
McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ
(MITE)/East County Regional Center
Available 24/7 for immediate assistance
Full Address
1365 North Johnson Avenue, Suites 111-113
El Cajon, California 92020
Phone Numbers
Main: 619-440-4801 x1202
Hours
24/7 - Always Available
McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ
1365 North Johnson Avenue, Suites 111-113, El Cajon, CA 92020
McAlister Institute for Treatment and Education in El Cajon, CA provides comprehensive substance use disorder treatment and counseling for adults and children with co-occurring mental health conditions. Specializing in trauma-informed care, the facility serves military personnel, veterans, LGBTQ+ individuals, and survivors of abuse through evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and relapse prevention. Their flexible outpatient and intensive outpatient programs address complex needs like pain-related substance use and intimate partner violence recovery.
Key Highlights
- Specialized programs for military, veterans, and military families with trauma-informed expertise
- Comprehensive dual-diagnosis treatment addressing substance use plus serious mental health or emotional disturbance
- Evidence-based therapies including CBT, motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused counseling
- Affirming care for LGBTQ+ individuals and survivors of abuse, domestic violence, and sexual trauma
Who This Facility Serves
McAlister Institute best serves individuals struggling with substance use alongside mental health conditions, particularly military-connected populations, trauma survivors, and those with complex co-occurring disorders including pain-related substance use. The facility is well-suited for adults and young adults seeking specialized, compassionate outpatient treatment in San Diego County.

This facility accepts various insurance plans. Contact them directly to verify coverage for your specific plan.
McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ
1365 North Johnson Avenue, Suites 111-113, El Cajon, CA 92020
Available 24/7 for immediate assistance
| Type of Care | Substance use treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children |
| Service Settings | Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient, Regular outpatient treatment |
| Medications Offered | Naltrexone used in Treatment |
Accepted Payment Methods
Age Groups
Adults, Young Adults
Gender
Female, Male
Based on available information, this facility accepts Medicaid, Medicare, State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid. However, insurance coverage can vary by plan and individual circumstances. Please contact the facility directly to verify if your specific insurance plan is accepted and what services are covered.
McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ
El Cajon, CA
McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ
El Cajon, CA

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