Vista Balboa Crisis Center, located in Bankers Hill, San Diego, California, is a Short-Term Acute Residential Treatment (START) program that provides a voluntary, short-term alternative to psychiatric hospitalization in a homelike environment. It is not gender-specific or faith-based, and is intended for adults aged 18 and up who are experiencing a mental crisis.
The clinic offers mental health and psychiatric assessments, medication management, individual and group counseling, life skills education, integrated substance abuse treatment, and recreational activities. Discharge planning is also incorporated. Vista Balboa provides cognitive behavioral therapy, aggressive community treatment, group therapy, and life skills education. The hospital focuses on crisis intervention, providing a safe and supportive setting for people experiencing psychiatric distress.
Vista Balboa Crisis Center is accredited by the American Psychiatric Association and has achieved the Gold Achievement Award in Psychiatric Services, demonstrating its dedication to providing high-quality care.
Vista Balboa Crisis Center Information
Treatment
Who We Treat
- Male and Female
Treatment Focus
- Medicaid
- Co-Occurring Disorders
Approaches
- Individual Treatment
- Evidence-Based
- Medical
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- 1-on-1 Counseling
- Recreation Therapy
- Life Skills Training
- Relapse Prevention Counseling
Conditions We Treat
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Trauma
- Psychosis/Schizophrenia
- Self-Harm
- Schizophrenia
- Anger
- Bipolar
- Co-Occurring Disorders
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Aftercare
- Outpatient Treatment
- Continuing Care
- Support Meetings
Level of Care
- Aftercare/Continuing Care
Experience
On-Site Amenities
- Outdoor Space
- Lounge
On-Site Activities
- Games
- Physical Fitness
Smoking and Vaping Policy
- Smoking Allowed in Designated Areas
- Vaping Allowed in Designated Areas
Accreditations
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SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP)
SAMHSA's Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP) Accreditation is a rigorous recognition process, signaling an OTP's commitment to high-quality care for those with opioid use disorders. It assures patients, families, and the community that the program adheres to evidence-based practices, maintains a safe environment, and employs qualified staff. This accreditation represents a commitment to addressing the opioid epidemic and promoting recovery, symbolizing quality and accountability in opioid addiction treatment.
Vista Balboa Crisis Center Accepts The Following Insurance Plans
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