WestCare - Martin Luther King Campus
Overview
WestCare’s Martin Luther King Campus in Fresno, California, offers comprehensive substance abuse services for adults, including parents with children. The residential rehab center provides a continuum of care that includes detoxification, medication-assisted treatment, short-term and long-term residential treatment, outpatient programming, and aftercare support. Specialized services are available for veterans and military personnel, clients in the criminal justice system, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and clients with co-occurring conditions.
Detox services are available for male clients who need to withdraw from alcohol, opioids, and other substances before beginning the next phase of addiction treatment. Detox is performed under medical supervision and support, ensuring the health and safety of all clients. Those with more extensive pharmacotherapy needs, including women, can participate in medication-assisted treatment (MAT). MAT uses FDA-approved addiction medications alongside counseling and recovery education to ease withdrawal effects, control cravings, and reduce the risk of relapse.
The inpatient programs at WestCare’s Martin Luther King Campus range from 30 days to one year. During this time, participants receive intervention, treatment, educational, and employment-related services. Clients engage in individual and group counseling, vocational and educational assessments, and job development. The goal is to develop skills for long-term recovery, positive parenting, and financial independence. Residential programs are available for men, women, men with children, and women with children.
Outpatient treatment programs vary from intensive outpatient programs (IOP) to minimal aftercare programs. IOPs provide over 10 hours of group and individual therapy per week, while aftercare programs offer one group session per week. Staff members conduct an initial assessment of each client to determine the appropriate level of intensity to meet their needs. Outpatient services include alcohol and drug education classes, introduction to self-help meetings, individual and group counseling, education and job assistance, and family support.
Veterans receive individualized services to meet their unique needs, addressing common concerns such as PTSD, substance abuse, traumatic brain injury, homelessness, relational problems, and depression. Assistance is also available for the LGBTQ+ community, particularly for those affected by or at risk of HIV/AIDS. Evidence-based practices are employed to counsel individuals regarding HIV/AIDS.
WestCare’s Martin Luther King Campus offers a wide range of additional services, including residential treatment for men, women, men with children, and women with children. The center provides outpatient and intensive outpatient services for adults and youth, medication-assisted treatment for adults, and recovery residences for men and women. Mental health services include outpatient mental health care for adults. Emergency support services encompass crisis support, mobile response teams, emergency housing, supportive overnight services, and food assistance.
Housing opportunities include rapid rehousing rental assistance, permanent supportive housing, housing for individuals living with HIV/AIDS, housing stability case management, and furnishings for newly housed individuals and families. Educational and preventive services feature HIV testing, community outreach for substance use disorder and mental health, life skills education, risky behavior prevention for youth, family education through the Celebrating Families! program, street outreach, housing navigation, homeless prevention, and homeless disability advocacy.
Veteran services include case management, temporary financial assistance, assistance in obtaining VA benefits, and suicide prevention programs. Criminal justice services provide transitional housing, rapid rehousing, homeless prevention, employment assistance, vocational training, offender re-entry programs, transitional housing for men and women, justice-involved case management, and crime reduction and jail diversion services.
WestCare’s Martin Luther King Campus is in-network with most commercial insurance providers. Clients are encouraged to speak with their provider to confirm coverage, as out-of-network benefits may vary.
WestCare - Martin Luther King Campus at a Glance
Payment Options
- Cash or self-payment
- Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
- State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
- Medicaid
- Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE)
Assessments
- Comprehensive mental health assessment
- Comprehensive substance use assessment
Age Groups
- Adults
- Young adults
- Children/adolescents
- Adolescents
Operation
- Treatment duration
- Private non-profit organization
Treatment At WestCare - Martin Luther King Campus
Conditions Treated
Mental health treatment:
Mental health treatment involves various therapies and support services provided by licensed professionals to address mental health issues. These interventions, which can include therapy, medication, and holistic approaches, aim to enhance well-being, improve coping, and empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives. It's personalized, comprehensive care for mental health challenges.
Alcoholism:
Alcohol addiction is a disease that changes the way the brain works. It causes negative emotions, impulsive behavior, cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Treatment for alcohol addiction includes supervised detox, counseling and therapy, and support group participation. Rehabilitation does not cure alcoholism. Instead, it helps the individual manage their addiction, restore their functioning, and well-being.
Opioid Addiction:
Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.
Substance use treatment:
Substance abuse treatment programs can help to address addiction and, if relevant, any co-occurring mental health conditions. Programs include outpatient, inpatient, dual-diagnosis, and partial hospitalization. The addict will receive therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy, or dialectical behavioral therapy, and sometimes complementary therapies like acupuncture and mindfulness-based therapy. By attending skills training and recovery groups you’ll build a strong foundation for your recovery and strengthen your support network, increasing your chances of long-term recovery success.
Co-occurring Disorders:
Dual-diagnosis rehabs are usually the appropriate solution to treat co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders. These facilities typically employ medical and behavioral experts who use a range of interventions, together with the right healing environment, for you to achieve and sustain long-term recovery. Treatment usually includes evidence-based therapies (like cognitive behavioral therapy), recovery support meetings, 12-step facilitation, psychoeducation, skills training, and group therapy.
Levels Of Care
Detoxification:
Detoxification, often shortened to detox, is like giving the body a fresh start by getting rid of harmful substances like drugs or alcohol someone may have taken. When a person stops taking these substances, they might feel sick or uncomfortable as their body adjusts to the change. Detox helps ease these uncomfortable feelings while making sure the harmful substances are removed from the body in a safe way. This process helps prevent any additional harm caused by the drugs or alcohol.
Aftercare:
Finishing a drug or alcohol rehab program is just the beginning of the recovery journey. Aftercare focuses on establishing a long-term recovery plan, which encompasses continuous support. This might involve options such as residing in sober living homes or halfway houses, receiving career guidance, and connecting the individual with community support groups like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA).
Outpatient:
Outpatient treatment in a rehab center offers structured therapeutic services for individuals seeking recovery without full-time residential admission. Unlike intensive outpatient programs, which demand more frequent and longer sessions, standard outpatient care provides a more flexible approach, allowing participants to maintain daily activities and responsibilities while undergoing treatment.
Hospital inpatient treatment:
Inpatient treatment involves a comprehensive residential therapeutic program where patients stay on-site for a duration typically ranging from 30 to 90 days. This immersive environment offers structured support, ensuring safety and a focus on recovery. Therapies provided include individual and group counseling, cognitive-behavioral therapy, holistic treatments, family therapy sessions, and experiential therapies. The aim is to address addiction or mental health disorders' physical, emotional, and psychological aspects, laying a robust foundation for sustained healing.
Intensive outpatient treatment:
Intensive Outpatient (IOP) is a form of structured therapy designed to support individuals in recovery from addiction, mental health disorders, or other medical conditions. Unlike inpatient or residential treatment, where patients live at the facility, IOP allows individuals to receive high-level care while still living at home and maintaining specific day-to-day responsibilities. Typically, patients in IOP programs attend sessions multiple times per week, often totaling 9-20 hours or more. These sessions can include individual therapy, group therapy, family counseling, and educational classes focused on skills and strategies for managing symptoms and preventing relapse.
Treatment Modalities
12-step facilitation:
Recovery approaches rooted in 12-step programs prioritize extensive peer mentorship and highlight personal development as a cornerstone for maintaining sobriety. Attending 12-step meetings, which are confidential, cost-free, and held daily, is a fundamental component. The 12 steps are grounded in spiritual tenets, guiding participants to confront the core issues of their addiction, assume accountability for their decisions, and recognize aspects out of their control. Chosen sponsors offer individualized guidance and support.
Individual psychotherapy:
Individual Psychotherapy provides a private, one-on-one setting where clients can explore and address their personal challenges, behaviors, and feelings related to addiction and recovery. With the guidance of a trained therapist, clients work to uncover the root causes of their substance use, develop coping strategies, and build a foundation for long-term recovery and personal growth.
Group counseling:
Group Therapy is a therapeutic space where individuals battling addiction come together to share experiences, gain insights, and support one another on their journey to recovery. Facilitated by trained professionals, this setting fosters communal healing and empowers participants to overcome the challenges of addiction through collective strength and understanding.
Family counseling:
Family Counseling is a therapeutic approach that seeks to address and resolve conflicts, improve communication, and strengthen relationships within the family unit. By providing a safe space for family members to express their feelings and concerns, a trained counselor facilitates understanding and collaboration among members, promoting healthier dynamics and enhancing overall family well-being.
Life Skills:
Life skills training equips individuals with essential competencies, such as time management, career planning, financial literacy, and effective communication, to navigate the challenges of daily life. These skills are foundational to achieving not just sobriety but a thriving, fulfilling life post-addiction. Such training lays the groundwork for sustainable success and long-term recovery.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a evidence-based psychotherapeutic approach that aims to address dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and cognitions through a goal-oriented, systematic process. It involves identifying and challenging negative thought patterns and beliefs and replacing them with more constructive ways of thinking and behaving. CBT is commonly used to treat a variety of mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety, and phobias.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy:
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for addiction treatment is a comprehensive cognitive-behavioral approach initially developed to treat individuals with borderline personality disorder. Adapted for addiction, DBT emphasizes the development of four core skills: mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Through individual and group sessions, patients learn to understand their triggers, manage negative emotions, cope with cravings, and improve relationships, all of which contribute to long-term recovery and reduced substance use.
Rational Behavior Therapy:
Rational Behavior Therapy (RBT) is a subset of cognitive behavioral therapy designed to be concise and all-encompassing. Its goal is to equip clients with the tools to become more independent, reducing the reliance on prolonged and costly therapy. A key component of RBT is "rational self-counseling," aimed at empowering individuals with the skills to address future emotional challenges autonomously or with minimal professional intervention.
Motivational Interviewing:
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a clinical approach to helping people with substance abuse issues and other conditions shift behavior in positive ways. It is more goal-oriented than traditional psychotherapy, as MI counselors directly attempt to get clients to consider making behavioral change (rather than wait for them to come to conclusions themselves). Its primary purpose is to resolve ambivalence and help clients become able to make healthy choices freely.
Trauma-related counseling:
Trauma-related counseling is a specialized form of therapeutic intervention aimed at assisting individuals who have experienced distressing, life-altering events. This approach focuses on helping clients process their traumatic experiences, develop coping mechanisms, and rebuild a sense of safety and trust. Counselors trained in trauma therapy use evidence-based techniques to support healing and resilience, ensuring survivors can move forward and lead fulfilling lives despite their past adversities.
Ancillary Services
Languages
- Spanish
Special Programs
- Pregnant/postpartum women
- Clients who have experienced trauma
Additional Locations
Contact Information
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