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McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ

(MITE)/East County Regional Center

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1365 North Johnson Avenue, Suites 111-113,El Cajon, California 92020
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1365 North Johnson Avenue, Suites 111-113
El Cajon, California 92020

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McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ

1365 North Johnson Avenue, Suites 111-113, El Cajon, CA 92020

About This Facility

McAlister Institute for Treatment and Education in El Cajon provides comprehensive substance use and co-occurring disorder treatment for diverse populations, including military personnel, trauma survivors, and individuals with complex mental health needs. Their evidence-based approaches—including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed counseling—address the root causes of addiction while supporting lasting recovery. The facility serves adults, seniors, and young adults through flexible outpatient and intensive outpatient programs, with telehealth options available.

Key Highlights

  • Specialized programs for military families, veterans, and active duty personnel with military-informed treatment protocols
  • Comprehensive co-occurring disorder expertise addressing substance use alongside serious mental illness, trauma, pain, and HIV/AIDS
  • Culturally competent care including dedicated services for LGBTQ+ clients, intimate partner violence survivors, and sexual abuse survivors
  • Flexible treatment modalities combining evidence-based therapies with telehealth availability for accessibility

Who This Facility Serves

McAlister Institute serves individuals struggling with substance use and co-occurring conditions, particularly military families, trauma survivors, and marginalized communities seeking inclusive, specialized care tailored to their unique needs.

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Insurance Accepted
Medicaid
Medicare
State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

This facility accepts various insurance plans. Contact them directly to verify coverage for your specific plan.

Services & Amenities
Type of CareSubstance use treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Service SettingsIntensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient, Regular outpatient treatment
Medications OfferedNaltrexone used in Treatment
Treatment Approaches
Evidence-based treatment methods used at this facility
Anger management
Brief intervention
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Community reinforcement plus vouchers
Motivational interviewing
Relapse prevention
Substance use disorder counseling
Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Trauma-related counseling
Treatments
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Programs & Groups
Special Programs/Groups Offered
Active duty military
Adult men
Adult women
Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence
Clients who have experienced sexual abuse
Clients who have experienced trauma
Clients with HIV or AIDS
Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders
Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer/questioning (LGBTQ)
Members of military families
Pregnant/postpartum women
Seniors or older adults
Veterans
Young adults
Payment & Insurance

Accepted Payment Methods

Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programsMedicaidMedicareState-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
Licenses & Certifications
State Substance use treatment agency
SAMHSA - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Who We Serve

Age Groups

Adults, Young Adults

Gender

Female, Male

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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