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San Diego Wellness Center

Encinitas, CA

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient PHP MAT Dual Dx Telehealth
Specializes in Veterans · Military Dual Diagnosis Trauma-Informed Adolescent · Teen Young Adults Seniors · Older Adults

Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Encinitas, CA · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves veterans, adolescents, trauma survivors.

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Call helpline: +1 (205) 973-2878

What happens when you call

  • Free — no obligation to admit
  • Confidential — HIPAA + 42 CFR Part 2
  • Live person — no voicemail, 24/7
  • Insurance verified in minutes

Facility direct line available in the contact section below.

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Key takeaways for San Diego Wellness Center

  • Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Private insurance, TRICARE / VA
  • Joint Commission accredited · SAMHSA-verified
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in Encinitas, CA

Always verify current programs, availability, and insurance in-network status directly with the facility or our contact details below.

About San Diego Wellness Center

The Encinitas treatment center provides full-spectrum addiction and co-occurring mental health care in a restorative beachside setting. Located near beaches, hiking trails, and sun-soaked neighborhoods, the facility offers a calming environment thats easily accessible from Carlsbad, Vista, La Jolla, Del Mar, and surrounding areas, it serves both local and out-of-state clients.
Services include medically supervised detox for alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, and other substances, along with structured residential treatment supported 24/7 by clinical staff. Personalized care plans integrate evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, and EMDR, alongside holistic practices like yoga, mindfulness, and movement therapies. The program emphasizes dual diagnosis treatment, addressing substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
San Diego Wellness Center’s Executive Rehab program delivers discreet, comprehensive treatment for professionals who need to recover while managing responsibilities. The program combines evidence-based therapies with luxury amenities, offering full detox and residential care in a restorative setting. Clients stay connected through controlled access to technology, private workspaces, and secure Wi-Fi, while receiving personalized, holistic support for lasting recovery.
Clients also benefit from family support, relapse prevention, life skills training, and aftercare planning with access to sober living homes, therapists, and ongoing recovery resources. The facility’s trauma-informed approach ensures compassionate, comprehensive support tailored to each individual’s journey.

Classified as multi-setting mental health facility (e.g., non-hospital residential plus either outpatient and/or partial hospitalization/day treatment). private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, mental health treatment.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: May 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

San Diego Wellness Center at a Glance

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA Treatment Locator.

Levels of care

Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth

Service settings

Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment, Residential/24-hour residential

Therapy approaches

Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy

Age groups accepted

Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults

Special populations

Young adults, 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

Medications used

Aripiprazole, Clozapine, Risperidone, Nicotine replacement, Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation, Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI

Recovery support services

Housing services, Mentoring/peer support

Emergency services

Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency onsite services, Psychiatric emergency mobile/off-site services, Psychiatric emergency walk-in services

Facility operation

Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Confirm in-network status before admission. Verification is free.

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Medicaid

State-administered · Nominal copay or $0

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Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

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Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

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TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

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Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: County or local government funds; Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

860 Chelsea Ln, Encinitas, CA 92024

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Facility direct line

(949) 990-4384

Photos

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does San Diego Wellness Center accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, San Diego Wellness Center accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CA Medicaid plan. Call (949) 990-4384 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does San Diego Wellness Center offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, PHP, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment, Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does San Diego Wellness Center have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, 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.
What therapy methods does San Diego Wellness Center use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at San Diego Wellness Center?
Call the facility directly at (949) 990-4384 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: May 2026. Editorial policy.

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