Public Health Center – North Coastal

3609 Ocean Ranch Blvd
Oceanside, CA 92056

MHS - North Coastal Mental Health Center CA 92056

About Public Health Center – North Coastal

Located in Oceanside, California, MHS – North Coastal Mental Health Center — now called TURN Behavioral Health Services — is a drug and alcohol treatment center for pregnant and parenting adults with substance use disorders and mental health conditions. They also provide valuable community resources, including referrals, justice-related services, and housing programs.

Addiction-related programs at TURN Behavioral Health Services include mental health assessments, counseling, detox, dual-diagnosis residential addiction treatment, case management.

Mental Health Assessment and Counseling
Mental health assessments help drug and alcohol counselors to evaluate an individual’s mental health and to develop a custom treatment plan, which may involve individual, group, and family counseling.

Inpatient Detox
The detox process supports individuals safely and comfortably detox from drugs and alcohol under medication supervision. Detox is available to pregnant and parenting women. Once stabilized, participants are referred to an inpatient or outpatient addiction treatment program.

Dual-diagnosis Residential Addiction Treatment
Inpatient dual-diagnosis programs are for the treatment of substance use and mental health disorders at the same time. TURN also offers this program to women. The residential program includes a comprehensive assessment and individualized treatment plan, individual and group therapy, medication management, psychoeducation, skills development, parenting and career support, and recovery meetings.

Case Management
This service involves a case manager working with residents to arrange care, coordinate services, make referrals, and navigate services throughout the treatment process. This may involve navigating family reunification, housing, and obtaining employment and other supportive services.

Latest Reviews

James
2 months ago on Google
5
If you ever have struggles with mental health, I highly recommend this place to help find solutions and to talk to a professional. I have used and continue to use the resources which they provide me with. Talk to a Psychiatrist or Clinical Therapist to help you with finding ways to help deal with mental health issues. I highly recommend this place!!
C. Clift
4 months ago on Google
1
I was trying to use the bathroom but some guy came up behind me yelling Jerold Goblson was coming and we needed to run
Cameron Ashtiani-Eisemann
1 year ago on Google
3
After a while visiting this place it started to feel like they were taking me less and less seriously. The meds they perscribe disable you and feel unsafe for operating machinery like a car which most of us do daily. They began treating a shell of who i was when i first walked into their establishment on the first day than who i was becoming. They take notes on what you say and try to get the story of who you were before as opposed to who you are now. Most of my visits were spent explaining how i was feeling years before treatment and by the time 30 minutes was up i didn't feel any progress was made on how i am feeling now. They just take your story from the beginning and run with it. Which is not how you treat a growing person but how you keep someone in a box and study them as a specimin. Pretty cold way of running things and an abuse of clear power dynamics and just makes me feel like they are running drugs on me as a form of long term research that i am not being paid to participate in their study or being presented an informed consent. Also the doctor made it sound like i had symptoms similar to schizophrenia and kept going back to his same narratives and charicateurs of me that he formed from the beginning. It basically felt like gaslighting and mental abuse with the goal of perscribing more drugs to make more money. My previous therapist only referred me to this place because it is considered to be a higher level of care which i asked for but i didn't know this is what they meant by that. I think they are experimenting on people on a large scale and it is unethical. I was also informed that this is an establishment where drugs are required in order to recieve group therapy. You have to be on something in order to participate in group healing. The group therapy was the only reason i wanted to go here but i never ended up going because the sessions didn't align with my schedule. Almost a year later i am feeling about the same and i stopped taking their drugs and visiting months ago. I didn't show up to my appointments after i stopped taking the drugs because there is a clear pressure from the doctor to take the drugs over a long term for them to work. My doctor was honest with me and didn't hide that it is his job to perscribe drugs. So it just made me feel too bad to go into the office and say i wasn't taking them anymore and waste everyones time. Taking latuda and then abilify is like pushing the pause button on your life's story but time still passes and then you stop taking them and your story starts again. I could see how that is useful for someone who is feeling too much all at once but its just not for me. "Little helper" how about no. The staff was very friendly at the beginning so thanks for taking me in. I expected more and recieved about the same as i get everywhere else in life: People who make clumsy mistakes and need to get paid a shitton to live in California. Even the therapists in this state are ill. Im tired of being their tharapist and paying for them to live in California, i already did that for my dad and now my mom. I can't fix all the broken adults. I have only so much youth left.

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Public Health Center – North Coastal works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, Please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

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Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

outpatient iconOutpatient
Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
inpatient iconInpatient
Inpatient rehab provides intensive treatment for clients exiting detox, those in early recovery, and those at an elevated risk of relapse. Unlike outpatient drug rehab, clients receiving inpatient care reside at the facility for the duration of the program. The length of stay may range from two weeks to 18 months or more, depending on the client's needs and the program's design. Inpatient treatment typically involves extensive addiction education and recovery-focused life skills training.
aftercare iconAftercare Support
Rehab aftercare programs offer clients in addiction recovery a robust continuum of care after clients have completed active treatment. These services address recovery as a life-long process and are designed to evolve with clients' changing needs. Clients may partner with their case managers and/or addiction recovery team to identify the rehab aftercare services that are right for them. They may receive career counseling, housing assistance, peer coaching, 12 step program induction, among many other services.
12-step icon12-Step
12-step programs are addiction recovery models based on Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). A number of substance abuse programs (including some drug and alcohol rehab centers) use the 12 steps as a basis for treatment. Beginning steps involve admitting powerlessness over the addiction and creating a spiritual basis for recovery. Middle steps including making direct amends to those who've been hurt by the addiction, and the final step is to assist others in addiction recovery in the same way. 12-Step offshoots including Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Cocaine Anonymous (CA), Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA), Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA) and Gamblers Anonymous (GA).
sober-living iconSober Living Homes
Sober Living Houses (SLHs), aka sober homes or halfway houses, are safe, substance-free, supportive living facilities for those recovering from substance abuse. Ideal for those who've just been through inpatient or outpatient treatment, SLHs are supervised environments with rules that support sobriety, such as curfews, shared chores, and therapeutic meetings. Residents are also often trained on life skills and coping skills to make it easier to transition into society. SLHs also provide a strong sense of community that can lead to the kind of deep and lasting connections with other sober individuals that supports a new, healthy lifestyle.

Treatments

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.

Programs

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Teen Program
Teen programs are designed to address the unique pressures teens face, pressures that can drive them to experiment with dangerous, addictive substances. They need programs that meet them exactly where they are and give them tools for long-term recovery. Therapy can help teenagers understand and work through underlying issues so they can reclaim the life ahead of them.
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Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
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Program For Men
Men face specific challenges and concerns when seeking addiction treatment. Gender-specific recovery programs help them tackle these issues head-on in an environment that's focused, targeted, and distraction-free. It also gives them the opportunity to connect with and learn from other men who have been through a similar journey and can offer support for the next step.
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Program For Women
Rehabs for women provide a safe, nurturing space for female clients to heal. These treatment programs consider the specific obstacles that women can face during recovery and place a special emphasis on mental, social, physical, and reproductive health. They explore how each woman's experience has shaped the trajectory of their substance use, addressing issues such as sexual abuse and past trauma.
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Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
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Child Program
The providers who specialize in the children's rehab space understand the specialized needs that this population faces. School-based and social services such as tutoring and family counseling are often central to treatment. Child programs may also address the needs of youth experiencing substance abuse in the home, including a parent's or sibling's addiction.
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Seniors Program
Nearly one million adults age 65 and older live with a substance use disorder. Treatment providers who specialize in senior care understand the social, psychological, and physical effects of aging and how they relate to recovery. They can help clients address particular challenges and risks they may face as they get older such as overdosing and medication interactions and dependencies.
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HIV/AIDS Program
HIV/AIDS programs support disease prevention and management in high-risk individuals in recovery. Individuals who engage in intravenous drug use and other addictive behaviors are at a higher risk of becoming infected with HIV. Rehab centers that specialize in treating this population typically have a high number of nurses, physicians, and psychiatrists on staff who can make sure both their medical and mental health needs are met.

Clinical Services

Cognitive behavioral therapy in California is a method that therapists often use for the effective treatment of substance use disorders. It is based on the principle that substance abuse stems from unhelpful ways of thinking and patterns of behavior, which can be changed by helping the individual learn better ways of coping.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

Trauma therapy is a structured approach used by therapists to help you heal from a past traumatic event. Your therapist works with you to identify the traumatic memory and process the information so you experience emotional healing and a sense of safety and stability.

The goal of couples therapy in California is to strengthen the couple's relationship. The therapist may take one or more approaches to counseling which may include the Gottman method, emotionally focused therapy, behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic couple's therapy.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.

The goal of creative arts therapy in California is to encourage growth and transformation. It can be used in individual and group settings with both children and adults. Options include movement, music, and painting.

Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.

Amenities

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Contact Information

Phone icon (760) 967-4401
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3609 Ocean Ranch Blvd
Oceanside, CA 92056

Edited by:
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Reviews of Public Health Center – North Coastal

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3.1 (13 reviews)
James
2 months ago
5

If you ever have struggles with mental health, I highly recommend this place to help find solutions and to talk to a professional. I have used and continue to use the resources which they provide me with. Talk to a Psychiatrist or Clinical Therapist to help you with finding ways to help deal with mental health issues. I highly recommend this place!!

C. Clift
4 months ago
1

I was trying to use the bathroom but some guy came up behind me yelling Jerold Goblson was coming and we needed to run

Cameron Ashtiani-Eisemann
1 year ago
3

After a while visiting this place it started to feel like they were taking me less and less seriously. The meds they perscribe disable you and feel unsafe for operating machinery like a car which most of us do daily. They began treating a shell of who i was when i first walked into their establishment on the first day than who i was becoming. They take notes on what you say and try to get the story of who you were before as opposed to who you are now. Most of my visits were spent explaining how i was feeling years before treatment and by the time 30 minutes was up i didn't feel any progress was made on how i am feeling now. They just take your story from the beginning and run with it. Which is not how you treat a growing person but how you keep someone in a box and study them as a specimin. Pretty cold way of running things and an abuse of clear power dynamics and just makes me feel like they are running drugs on me as a form of long term research that i am not being paid to participate in their study or being presented an informed consent. Also the doctor made it sound like i had symptoms similar to schizophrenia and kept going back to his same narratives and charicateurs of me that he formed from the beginning. It basically felt like gaslighting and mental abuse with the goal of perscribing more drugs to make more money. My previous therapist only referred me to this place because it is considered to be a higher level of care which i asked for but i didn't know this is what they meant by that. I think they are experimenting on people on a large scale and it is unethical. I was also informed that this is an establishment where drugs are required in order to recieve group therapy. You have to be on something in order to participate in group healing. The group therapy was the only reason i wanted to go here but i never ended up going because the sessions didn't align with my schedule. Almost a year later i am feeling about the same and i stopped taking their drugs and visiting months ago. I didn't show up to my appointments after i stopped taking the drugs because there is a clear pressure from the doctor to take the drugs over a long term for them to work. My doctor was honest with me and didn't hide that it is his job to perscribe drugs. So it just made me feel too bad to go into the office and say i wasn't taking them anymore and waste everyones time. Taking latuda and then abilify is like pushing the pause button on your life's story but time still passes and then you stop taking them and your story starts again. I could see how that is useful for someone who is feeling too much all at once but its just not for me. "Little helper" how about no. The staff was very friendly at the beginning so thanks for taking me in. I expected more and recieved about the same as i get everywhere else in life: People who make clumsy mistakes and need to get paid a shitton to live in California. Even the therapists in this state are ill. Im tired of being their tharapist and paying for them to live in California, i already did that for my dad and now my mom. I can't fix all the broken adults. I have only so much youth left.

Francisco IS Echevarria
1 year ago
3

I've left reviews of helpful places like this one. I should have known before. So far not bad. I'm getting used to making things work for me with help from this lace.The staff there is real. I can leave a selfie pic of me later.... Thanks NCA

Lil Moe0
2 years ago
5

Tanya
2 years ago
5

I've been going to North Coastal MHS for around five years and have had very good care. My doctor is excellent and caring and the nurses are too. Keep in mind that it's important to advocate for yourself so if your doctor/team doesn't know what's going on with you then they won't be able to help. I have and would recommended MHS to anyone on MediCal and they have many offices throughout north county.

S Soto
2 years ago
1

They do the bare minimum at best; I requested meds one months prior to running out. Come to find out they discharged me for no contact Eve tho they NEVER called me or sent a letter. Upon finding this out I immediately called to rectify. The intake coordinator was always too busy for me and barely called me back.i came down on my day off to do the intake process over again like we said, and she wasn't even here. I know I'm not the worst of their patients but they totally put me on the back burner like I didn't matter. The front desk staff rolled her eyes at me and turned her back on me because I started to question why she would agree to meet with me and not be here. I've never felt more insignificant than at that moment. This is how they treat those with mental illness at a level they deem trivial I guess. If you have other options, take them because they don't care about helping. They just want the numbers. They have no idea if I'm suicidal or not. No one has asked me. This is not the place to go.

Brittany Edelman
2 years ago
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Paula Conrad
3 years ago
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Andrew Workman
4 years ago
2

...six months ago i rated this place a full 5 stars, but now to think of it i have to rate it a 2 star because of the medication they prescribe. The meds make me soooo sedated and debilitating that all i can do is sleep all day and still deal with my schizoeffective disorder. I firmly believe this place and the doctors there are all about making money and doping up people like me on psychotropic drugs where it can affect my bodily functions like organs and i cannot file any lawsuit based upon signing an agreement paper stating that i cannot do so...

Sheila Manalo
5 years ago
4

I have been a patient for 5 + years. The care is excellent for a county service. All my working life I had employer insurance, mostly with Kaiser Permanente NCMHS is better than Kaiser.

Vincent Brick
6 years ago
1

This place should be shut down. Helping people is secondary to collecting money from the county and they do little to hide it. My mental health is worse as a result of coming here.

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