Montecatini Eating Disorder Treatment Center Rehab in Carlsbad, CA

Montecatini Eating Disorder Treatment Center

Carlsbad, California

2524 La Costa Ave
Carlsbad, CA 92009

About Montecatini Eating Disorder Treatment Center

Montecatini Eating Disorder Treatment Center in Carlsbad, California, offers a huge array of services to help individuals find success in eating disorder recovery. Eating disorders are one of the most deadly mental health conditions, and successful treatment programs can be elusive for many who suffer from an eating disorder. Treatment for eating disorders, addiction, and mental health is offered through inpatient, partial hospitalization, day programs, intensive outpatient programs, traditional outpatient treatment and aftercare. There are programs for adolescents who are 12 years of age or older and adults who are female identifying or non binary.

Many who struggle with eating disorders also have comorbid conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, body dysmorphia, mood and personality disorders, addiction, and other mental health conditions. It is important for treatment to address these conditions as well.

Detoxification services and medication management are the first steps for those who are struggling with substance addiction as well as disordered eating issues. Comprehensive treatment is offered through many therapy models and group therapy sessions such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and rational somatic therapy groups. There are also expressive arts groups, individual and family therapy, and attachment repair and body image acceptance groups.

Much of the treatment program will help individuals redefine their relationship with food, eating and exercise, and to look at their control issues around nutrition, eating and their body. Each individual will set and strive for realistic goals in their treatment journey.

Montecatini accepts most major insurance plans. Be sure to check with your personal health insurance provider to verify what options are available to you and whether you are financially responsible for any of the associated costs of treatment.

Payment Options

Private insurance
Self-pay options
Financial aid

Levels of Care

Outpatient

Clients receiving treatment at an outpatient rehab typically do not require hospitalization or intensive supervision and support. Outpatient addiction counseling and recovery education are often offered during the morning, evening, night, and weekend, allowing clients to tailor treatment to their own schedule. Partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient (IOP) programs are the most time-intensive and are designed for clients who are at an increased relapse risk and/or who need more robust therapeutic support.

Inpatient

Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to eating disorders treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Montecatini provide individualized treatment program tailored to address the specific needs of the patient.

Intensive Outpatient

Intensive Outpatient programs are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). Their IOP is specially designed for women who are almost ready to go back to living independently.

Aftercare

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

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).

Medically Assisted Detox

When addicted, quitting your drug of choice suddenly can be dangerous. That's why experts agree a medically assisted detox is the safest way to remove addictive substances from the body. Usually done in an inpatient setting, your vitals signs and overall well being are consistently monitored and rechecked in order to keep you safe and ensure the detox is successful.

Programs

Adult program

Program for men

Program for women

Young adult Program

Settings & Amenities

Recreation room
Yoga studio
Residential setting
Private rooms

Insurance

Our Policy: Montecatini Eating Disorder Treatment Center works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact us to verify your specific insurance provider.

Aetna

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Carelon Behavioral Health

ComPsych

Treatment

Dual Diagnosis

They understand that many women that suffer from eating disorders treatment, also have additional mental health and substance use concerns at the same time. For that reason, they have made their programming uniquely prepared to offer comprehensive care for those with co-occurring conditions.

Mental Health

A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy

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

Group therapy allows our clients to provide and receive support from one another and our staff. Groups are held daily, and include several clients so that they are able to support and encourage one another. Led by therapists, registered nurses, patient assistants, yoga instructors, and art therapists.

Individual Therapy

Individual therapy sessions conducted by each client’s primary therapist. These sessions are designed to help clients process their triumphs and setbacks, and also enable them to discuss their experiences while in treatment within the sanctity of a therapeutic relationship.

Motivational Interviewing

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a clinical approach to helping people with substance abuse issues and other conditions shift behavior in positive ways. It is more goal-oriented than traditional psychotherapy, as MI counselors directly attempt to get clients to consider making behavioral change (rather than wait for them to come to conclusions themselves). Its primary purpose is to resolve ambivalence and help clients become able to make healthy choices freely.

Trauma Therapy

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

Family Therapy

Family therapy helps clients mend the relationships they have with those they hold dear. Offered once per week for adolescent clients and once per week or on an as-needed basis for adult clients, family therapy sessions are led by clients’ primary therapists and can be an excellent forum in which women and their loved ones can reestablish themselves as a united front against the dangerous cycle of an eating disorder.

Accreditations

CARF

The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.

CARF Accreditation: Yes
Accreditation Number: 232305

NAATP

The National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP) is a professional association that represents organizations in the field of addiction services. Founded in 1978, NAATP's mission is to advance addiction services and ensure that high-quality addiction treatment is available and accessible.

NAATP Member: Yes
Member ID: 1363

Contact

(760) 496-5934

Website

2524 La Costa Ave
Carlsbad, CA 92009

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Reviews

3.3 (49 reviews)

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Abby Cookingham

2 months ago

Disappointing. My experience at Montecatini started well. I really felt that the program was helpful in many aspects. My team was amazing. I especially received the most care and support from my dietitian, Alexandra Cook. I felt supported and safe at Montecatini (Residential). However as I stepped down through the program, it consistently got worse. When I reached IOP I switched therapists. My new therapist was Jessica Styler. I do not know how else to describe my time working with this therapist other then to say it was traumatic. The manipulation and aggressive approach was unacceptable. I felt scared, triggered, and unsafe around Jessica to the point that I only felt safe in her office if the door was open. The program did not care that Jessica was giving poor client care to MULTIPLE patients. She was on a power trip and would bulldoze patients with her words. There are many unethical things that this therapist did. It saddens me that no one higher up is stopping this. It is an issue that she is causing more harm than good. Jessica would have me sign contracts and then use them as a scare tactic. She would control me through these contracts and threats. Jessica was extremely disrespectful and would not take accountability for her actions. She believes she can do whatever she wants and acts as if she is greater and better than all patients. I would never recommend admitting here to anyone solely because I was treated horribly by Jessica and no one did anything to stop it.

Response from the owner2 months ago

Reading this deeply concerns our team. Our goal is to provide care in an environment full of compassion and respect, and we'd appreciate having an opportunity to learn more about the concerns you shared here. If you would be willing to speak with us so that we can gather more information, it would be so helpful for us to hear more. You can reach us by emailing FeedBack@montecatiniEDTC.com. Thank you very much for your time and feedback.

slay

I came to monte defeated, tired, and hopeless. i d spent many years in my eating disorder and had gone through multiple treatment centers and walked out of those feeling exactly the same as when i admitted. montecatini was different than any other treatment center id admitted to, the dietary, medical, and clinical support was significantly more helpful and involved than any other treatment center i ve been in. The patience, empathy, & support i received from everyone on my team & those that weren t directly on my team as well was such a big part of my healing journey in this. i struggled there, for many months and every single one of them continued to believe in me & my ability to get out of the depths of this disorder. my psychiatrist yasamine who was patient with me and my resistance to medication, my PA brynn who was so caring and so respectful of any physical boundaries or fears i had, as well as taking my health seriously, my dietitian lexy who continued to fight for me and support me while i was struggling so much to cope without my eating disorder, and sat with me and supported me while i allowed myself to express & feel things i ve never talked about, my therapist dom who gave amazing insight & support, my therapist kayla in php who listened to me, understood where i was at in php, and helped me achieve my goal of graduating program, and clinical support sandy who sat with me, listened to my fears, and did everything she could to support me. as well as leah, natalie, rayanne, liron, and many others behind the scenes. i was offered so much help and support from the CEO and Christina from UR.i was in this program for 9 months total. i admitted october 2023 and graduated july 2024.this treatment center isn t perfect, and you ll never find one that is. there will always be things you can pick out of a place that will be hard to sit with, but when it comes down to the important things that really matter, the support, medical, clinical, and dietary, i walked away with a better understanding of my struggle, and have way more freedom from this eating disorder than i ever have. i get to truly live now.

We re incredibly grateful to receive feedback from you. Thank you so much!

Jade Patrick

I have a lot to say about my experience at Montecatini. At first, I had a hard time adjusting to the uncertainty around my appointments with the dietician and therapist, as well as the tardiness of group sessions. As a perfectionist, I found it frustrating when meals were delayed by 2 hours, the requested meals differed from what we received, and the website contained misinformation about certain program offerings, including gardening and equine therapy. There were moments when I felt like just a number to the corporate staff, especially during their visits. I also struggled with the phone restrictions due to my codependency on a former boyfriend. Despite feeling like I lost myself in the residential treatment, I found moments of peace by singing with another patient and participating in Rock to Recovery. When I transitioned to the partial hospitalization program (PHP), I faced significant challenges but found support from the group members. While I wished for more in-depth group therapy sessions, I appreciated the focus on exercise in the program and developed a healthier relationship with physical activity. Montecatini treats co-occurring disorders as well, so I also worked on my codependent and OCD tendencies as well. Furthermore, the house mom provided valuable insights and support, and I enjoyed interacting with the CEO's dog at the outpatient center. Although there were many difficult and frustrating times at Montecatini, these situations increased my ability to live in the moment and be okay without constantly having control. I recommend Montecatini, although I recommend that the person prepare for some supplement blues.

Thanks so much for taking the time to post this review! Our goal is to offer superior services within a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment.

MegaJ62

4 months ago

I had been to a prior E.D. Treatment clinic and Sadly, my experiences was traumatizing and I was worried that I was not a candidate for Recovery. I am happy to report that I have recently Graduated from Montecatini with amazing skills and connection to outside resources and support. The PCT s aka Frontline staff are so very dedicated and compassionate as well as conducted themselves in a professional manner. My Team - Therapist, Dietitians , Heath staff were also very knowledgeable,supportive, and reliable. I am incredibly grateful to all Montecatini staff and my peers I encountered during my treatment. I walk away with Many tools that I learned from the Groups such as DBT, CBT, Art Expression ,Mindful Movement ect.. I am currently attending the ANAD weekly groups which offer continued support. I believe my hard work do not go unnoticed and I have the skills I need to continue my journey toward recovery.

Response from the owner4 months ago

Thank you so much for taking time to leave a review! We are proud to provide a place where lasting healing can begin.

Standing Up

8 months ago

This is a poor treatment center, the therapists, doctors, and higher ups dedicate their life taking as much money as they can from insurances. They ll even push back your discharge date without clear communication to you or even to each other. The CEO and the other higher up will treat you poorly as if you are a little kid and they are a principal, really lack of professionalism and they truly take advantage of being in power. They are extremely disgusting, there was 3 rat incidents in which they had to close down one of the houses because of the amount of throw up outside. Which is disgusting, they state a lot on their website but don t inform you there s multiple houses on date of admission and they work on a privilege system that only gets reviewed once a week. Even the day before admission they don t inform you of any type of copay. The only helpful team were the PCTS, which were very young women and I hold respect for them dealing with all the patients, and the nurses. Otherwise you only see your therapist about once a week (you have no access to them at ALL until they decide to see you) and they ll pressure you for family sessions. The same goes with the rest of the treatment team.They state that they re very individualized- but to an extent they are not. They do not have the correct professionals onsite 24/7 to address behavioral issues or in a crisis, they leave it up to the caretakers and the nurse. There is no structure whatsoever, there s literally people dazing off during the whole day because there is really a lack of communication, supervision, and therapy. Even when it comes towards behaviors.

Response from the owner7 months ago

We appreciate your willingness to offer this feedback, though we are very troubled by what we have read. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care in a supportive and comfortable environment, and we would be grateful to have an opportunity to gather more information. Please contact Feedback@montacatiniEDTC.com. Thank you.

Katlin Ross

9 months ago

I went to montecantini hoping to save my life and get the treatment I needed only for my life to be completely disregarded. I would never suggest this place to anyone that wants to recover from their disorder.I fought them for 15 days to get me food that wasn t cross contaminated or had nuts in it.They didn t in fact the head of nutrition told me if I didn t like their options that I could leave. When I can die from all nuts.They then ordered Thai food and I specifically asked them to call the restaurant and see if they cooked on the same equipment as they do with their nuts.They didn t call and I ended up having an allergic reaction thankDo bettergod it wasn t bad since I caught it after two bites. I took Benadryl but was not allowed to sit with the nurses because of shift change.Shift change was more important than my life.I talked to the CEO multiple times just for nothing to change. And once they finally got the paper bowels since their dishes always have dried peanut butter on them. The pct put peanut butter in the paper bowel bag so I couldn t use them anymore and my safety was at risk even more being there.I tried to get through it since I have never AMAed from anywhere but one decision I don t regret even now is leaving.Monte did not care about peoples lives and did not try to help people in fact just made it worse. The amount of people I heard say their ED is worse than it was when they got there is so sad.People are dying and they are getting there money while treating their patients like they are nothing.The amount of rights that got violated was incredibly depressing.Do better Monte and stop accepting new patients if your understaffed don t take therapy sessions it s not our fault.Get it together Monte

Response from the owner9 months ago

Receiving feedback is valuable to us, and we thank you for taking a moment to share. However, we are troubled by what we have read. We want to ensure that we are setting the standard for clinical excellence, so it is imperative that we gather more information. If you would be willing to speak directly, please contact us at FeedBack@montecatiniEDTC.com. Thank you.

Katharine Murphy

10 months ago

All is good until you get to the higher ups at Montecatini residential including therapists, the ones who have the control and power to ruin you. They have no idea what goes on day to day, they don t acknowledge your successes only faults. I was asked to leave by my own doing and what happened was wrong and I truly am sorry but I feel if I had a therapist to talk to or someone lost in money and power to listen it could have been avoided. I saw more people cry and yell than anywhere I ve been. I will be forever grateful for my dietitian, the dynamic duo, the nurses and my girls. Get it together, there are lives to be saved.

Response from the owner10 months ago

We value your feedback, but we are concerned by what we have read. We have a goal to provide clinically excellent care through the help, guidance, and encouragement of professionals who tailor the treatment they deliver to meet all identified needs. We would greatly appreciate having an opportunity to discuss your concerns in more detail and ask that you please reach out to FeedBack@monticatiniedtc.com. Thank you.

Ruchel Fulop

1 year ago

My time at Montecatini residential was very beneficial. Most of the staff there were really good. The nursing staff were amazing! Medical and psych team were great too.Things went well until I started experiencing withdrawal from substances. It made me feel terribly sick but no one really cared about it. That was especially disappointing because they claim to treat co-occurring substance abuse issues. I was also left without a therapist for a while.My experience with PHP/IOP was nasty. It was ok at first but after my 4th therapist left I was started with a therapist that made it a living hell. I was bullied and mistreated for my religion and culture. My faith was disrespected and mocked too. My therapist made things a lot worse but everyone believed her over me. I was not taken seriously at all. Then she left too and I had had six therapists by the time I left. I was let go for my religious beliefs. I was unable to get what I needed even after I left their care, thanks to the way my discharge process was handled.

Response from the owner1 year ago

We truly value your feedback. Thank you so much for sharing.

Raquel F

My experience in the residential program was very positive. Most of the staff were hardworking, dedicated, and supportive and the nursing staff was particularly amazing. I benefited from my treatment there a lot. They're not perfect but no program is.PHP/IOP was a bit less positive for me but most of the other patients there were pretty satisfied and have been in recovery for a few years now. Montecatini's alumni support is also pretty good.

katycat autumn

first off i just wanna say if you struggle with binge eating don't come here. i stayed for 30 days. it's not helpful at all, this place is for anorexics, purgers, drug addicts & people who self harm. every patient here is not happy with themselves & it's not a good place to heal. if you were able to heal here congrats, you are one of the very few. i felt very uncomfortable, since the patients aren't happy with themselves, they belittle other people to make themselves feel better, and the only thing the staff did was ask if i wanted to change houses. i shouldn't have to be the one to change houses when i was the one who was getting bullied. i ended up leaving AMA because of this place not being beneficial for me. the two women who were very disgusting human beings, bullying etc, you'll never change or get the help you need. humans like you are why this world is the way it is. i've been much happier now that i'm out of this place, im getting actual help for my ED & my mental health has been far more better, & im losing weight the way i should. anyway... if you read this far, this is your sign to not come to montecatini (:

Diane Crosley

Dory Mork

Hey, one and all! Your 70 yr. old girl here is doing well! Very close to buying a condo in Palo Alto. It has all been up hill since I left you. I can't thank you enough for nursing me back to "partial"health. The rest is up to me of course!....My friends from M4 have been absolute saints, and we correspond almost daily. I very much miss Cathy, my therapist, Anna, our nurse and Melissa, the PCT....I do not keep my hands on the table, nor do I roll up my sleeves but what I do is eat 3 meals per day and 3 healthy snacks and that's what's important! I thank you for saving my life! Dory

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