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McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ

STRC/San Ysidro High School

Accredited$$
1400 North Johnson Avenue, Suite 101,El Cajon, California 92020
Verified via SAMHSA Treatment Locator(Nov 14, 2025)
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1400 North Johnson Avenue, Suite 101
El Cajon, California 92020

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McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ

1400 North Johnson Avenue, Suite 101, El Cajon, CA 92020

About This Facility

The McAlister Institute for Treatment and Education, located in El Cajon, CA, provides a range of treatment options, including intensive outpatient, outpatient, and regular outpatient programs designed for adults dealing with substance use and co-occurring serious mental health concerns, as well as emotional challenges in children. The center also features specialized programs for adolescents, offering services such as anger management, brief intervention, and cognitive behavioral therapy. This facility is dedicated to delivering high-quality care tailored to children and adolescents of all genders, utilizing evidence-based practices. If you're looking for a comprehensive approach that addresses both substance use and mental health needs in El Cajon, CA, the McAlister Institute for Treatment and Education is a trustworthy option.

Insurance Accepted
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
Treatment Approaches
Evidence-based treatment methods used at this facility
Anger management
Brief intervention
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Contingency management/motivational incentives
Matrix Model
Motivational interviewing
Relapse prevention
Substance use disorder counseling
Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Trauma-related counseling
Treatments
Click on any treatment type to learn more about our specialized programs
Programs & Groups
Specialized treatment programs tailored to specific populations and needs
Adolescents
Payment & Insurance
Financial options and accepted insurance plans

Insurance Plans

Medicaid

Payment Options

Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs

Insurance coverage varies by plan. Contact the facility to verify your specific coverage and out-of-pocket costs.

Licenses & Certifications
Verified accreditations and quality certifications
SAMHSASAMHSA Listed

All Certifications

State Substance use treatment agency
State department of health
Who We Serve
Patient demographics and populations served

Age Groups

Children/Adolescents

Gender

FemaleMale
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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on available information, this facility accepts 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.

Important Notice

This website provides general information about addiction treatment facilities. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or 911 for immediate assistance. For substance abuse help, call SAMHSA at 1-800-662-4357.

Data sourced from SAMHSA Treatment Locator, state licensing databases, and facility submissions.