About this facility
Aegis Treatment Center helps people dealing with substance use disorders such as opioids through outpatient care and medication-assisted therapy, with both in-person and telehealth options. They offer treatment to safely manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings. The center also provides specialized support for pregnant women and offers gender-specific and culturally responsive care groups.
Their approach blends evidence-based therapies with holistic support to treat the whole person. Patients receive individualized counseling, group therapy, and education about addiction and recovery. Mindfulness, stress-reduction techniques, and peer support are included to build emotional strength and life balance throughout the healing journey.
The clinic is conveniently located with easy access to nearby communities, offering a supportive environment for recovery. Situated on California’s Central Coast, San Luis Obispo features attractions like Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, the San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, and the quirky Bubblegum Alley. After visiting Aegis, exploring the city’s cultural sites and outdoor recreation can provide a peaceful setting for reflection and rejuvenation.
Services
A quick overview of services associated with this facility.
Type of Care, TC, Substance use treatment; Detoxification
Service Setting (e.g., Outpatient, Residential, Inpatient, etc.), SET, Outpatient; Outpatient detoxification; Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment; Regular outpatient treatment
Opioid Medications used in Treatment, OM, Methadone used in Treatment; Buprenorphine used in Treatment; Naltrexone used in Treatment
Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment, AUT, Does not treat alcohol use disorder
Type of Opioid Treatment, OT, Buprenorphine detoxification; Buprenorphine maintenance; Federally-certified Opioid Treatment Program; Methadone detoxification; Methadone maintenance; Prescribes buprenorphine; Use methadone/buprenorphine for pain management or emergency dosing; Maintenance service with medically supervised withdrawal after stabilization
Pharmacotherapies, PHR, Methadone; Buprenorphine with naloxone; Buprenorphine without naloxone
Treatment Approaches, TAP, Anger management; Brief intervention; Cognitive behavioral therapy; Motivational interviewing; Matrix Model; Relapse prevention; Substance use disorder counseling; Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Facility Operation (e.g., Private, Public), FOP, Private for-profit organization
License/Certification/Accreditation, LCA, State Substance use treatment agency; State department of health; Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF); SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP); Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted, PAY, Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs; Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
Payment Assistance Available, PYAS, Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Special Programs/Groups Offered, SG, Adolescents; Young adults; Adult women; Pregnant/postpartum women; Adult men; Seniors or older adults; Veterans; Active duty military; Members of military families; Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients; Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders; Clients with HIV or AIDS; Clients who have experienced sexual abuse; Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence; Clients who have experienced trauma
Assessment/Pre-treatment, ASPT, Comprehensive substance use assessment; Outreach to persons in the community; Complete medical history/physical exam; Screening for substance use; Professional interventionist/educational consultant
Testing, SCR, Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing; Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing; Drug or alcohol urine screening; HIV testing; TB screening; Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV)
Transitional Services, TRSRV, Discharge Planning; Naloxone and overdose education; Outcome follow-up after discharge
Recovery Support Services, RSS, Self-help groups; Housing services; Assistance with obtaining social services; Mentoring/peer support
Detoxification (medical withdrawal) Services, DETOX, Opioids detoxification; Medication routinely used during detoxification
Education and Counseling Services, ECS, HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support; Hepatitis education, counseling, or support; Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis; Substance use disorder education; Individual counseling; Group counseling
Facility Smoking Policy, SMP, Smoking permitted in designated area
Age Groups Accepted, AGE, Children/Adolescents
Sex Accepted, SN, Female; Male
Exclusive Services, EXCL, Opioid use disorder clients only
Language Services, SL, Spanish; Other languages (excluding Spanish)
Other Languages, OL, Hmong
Facility Vaping Policy, FVP, Vaping permitted in designated area
Ancillary Services, AS, Case management service; Early intervention for HIV; Social skills development; Transportation assistance
