La Jolla Healing Center

La Jolla Healing Center - La Jolla, CA

La Jolla Healing Center is an addiction treatment facility situated at 7590 Fay Avenue, Suite 504 in the 92037 zip code in La Jolla, CA. It specializes in Naltrexone treatment. La Jolla Healing Center provides methadone/buprenorphine for pain management, suboxone prescription and naltrexone administration. Some of the treatment approaches used by La Jolla Healing Center include 12-step rehab, community reinforcement and rational emotive behavioral therapy. La Jolla Healing Center also specializes in detox services and offers Cocaine Detoxification, Alcohol Detox and Opioid Detox. La Jolla Healing Center provides outpatient detoxification, intensive outpatient treatment and regular outpatient treatment. It also provides substance use treatment and detoxification.

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Address: 7590 Fay Avenue, Suite 504, La Jolla, CA 92037

  1. Types of Care
  2. Service Settings
  3. Opioid Medications used in Treatment
  4. External Opioid Medications Source
  5. Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
  6. External Source of Medications Used for Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
  7. Type Of Treatment
  8. Pharmacotherapies
  9. Treatment Approaches
  10. Facility Ownership
  11. License/Certification/Accreditation
  12. Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted
  13. Special Programs/ Population Groups Supported
  14. Assessment/Pre-treatment
  15. Screening & Testing
  16. Transitional Services
  17. Ancillary Services
  18. Detoxification
  19. Counseling Services and Education
  20. Tobacco/Screening Services
  21. Facility Smoking Policy
  22. Age Groups Accepted
  23. Gender Accepted
  24. Additional Spoken Languages

Here are the full facility listing details on La Jolla Healing Center in La Jolla, CA:

Types of Care:

  • detoxification
  • substance use treatment

Service Settings:

  • outpatient treatment
  • outpatient detoxification
  • outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization
  • intensive outpatient treatment
  • outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment
  • regular outpatient treatment

Opioid Medications used in Treatment:

  • Buprenorphine treatment
  • Naltrexone treatment

External Opioid Medications Source:

  • Other contracted prescribing entity
  • Personal physician/health care provider

Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment:

  • Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere
  • Administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder

External Source of Medications Used for Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment:

  • In-network prescribing entity
  • Other contracted prescribing entity
  • Personal physician/health care provider

Type Of Treatment:

  • buprenorphine detoxification
  • buprenorphine maintenance
  • suboxone prescription
  • naltrexone administration
  • relapse prevention from naltrexone
  • methadone/buprenorphine for pain management

Pharmacotherapies:

  • Buprenorphine with naloxone (Ex. Suboxone)
  • Buprenorphine without naloxone
  • Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable, for example, Sublocade)
  • Naltrexone (oral)
  • Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable naltrexone - Vivitrol)
  • Lofexidine
  • Clonidine

Treatment Approaches:

  • anger management
  • brief intervention
  • cognitive behavioral therapy
  • motivational incentives
  • community reinforcement
  • dialectical behavior therapy
  • motivational interviewing
  • matrix Model
  • rational emotive behavioral therapy
  • relapse prevention
  • substance use counseling approach
  • trauma counseling
  • 12-step rehab

Facility Ownership:

  • a private for-profit organization

License/Certification/Accreditation:

  • Licensed State substance abuse agency
  • Licensed by the State department of health

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted:

  • Accepts private health insurance
  • Accepts cash or self-payment

Special Programs/ Population Groups Supported:

  • transitional-age young adults
  • adult women
  • adult men
  • seniors and older adults
  • LGBT
  • veterans
  • military families
  • clients with dual diagnosis
  • people with HIV or AIDS
  • sexual abuse victims
  • people with trauma
  • people with co-occurring pain and substance use

Assessment/Pre-treatment:

  • Comprehensive substance use assessment
  • Interim services for clients
  • Outreach to persons in the community

Screening & Testing:

  • Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing
  • Drug or alcohol urine screening
  • Screening for mental disorders
  • Screening for substance use
  • Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing

Transitional Services:

  • Aftercare/continuing care
  • Discharge Planning
  • Naloxone and overdose education
  • Outcome follow-up after discharge

Ancillary Services:

  • Case management
  • Early intervention for HIV
  • Housing services
  • Recovery coaches
  • Self-help groups
  • Social skills development
  • Transportation assistance
  • Professional interventionist/Educational consultants
  • Mentoring/Peer support

Detoxification:

  • Alcohol Detox
  • Benzodiazepines Detoxification
  • Cocaine Detoxification
  • Methamphetamines Detoxification
  • Opioid Detox

Counseling Services and Education:

  • individual counseling
  • group counseling
  • family counseling
  • marital/couples counseling
  • substance use education
  • hepatitis education, counseling and support
  • HIV and AIDS education, counseling and support
  • health education services
  • employment counseling and training
  • vocational training and educational support

Tobacco/Screening Services:

  • Screening for tobacco use
  • Smoking/tobacco cessation counseling

Facility Smoking Policy:

  • Smoking permitted in designated area

Age Groups Accepted:

  • children / teenagers

Gender Accepted:

  • women
  • men

Additional Spoken Languages:

  • Farsi

Phone #: 858-454-4357

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Benefits of Suboxone used during addiction treatment

Suboxone, which is a brand name for a medication containing buprenorphine and naloxone, is commonly used in addiction treatment at facilities such as La Jolla Healing Center, particularly for opioid addiction. Suboxone has several benefits when used as part of a comprehensive addiction treatment program:

  1. Reduces cravings: Suboxone helps reduce cravings for opioids, making it easier for individuals to resist the urge to use opioids and stay in recovery.

  2. Withdrawal symptom relief: It can alleviate withdrawal symptoms that can be severe and uncomfortable when someone stops using opioids. This can make the detoxification process more manageable.

  3. Long-lasting effects: Suboxone has a long duration of action, typically lasting 24 to 36 hours per dose. This means that individuals don't have to take it multiple times a day, which can improve compliance and stability in their recovery.

  4. Reduced risk of overdose: Because Suboxone contains naloxone, an opioid antagonist, it can deter misuse of the medication. If someone tries to inject or misuse Suboxone, the naloxone can precipitate withdrawal symptoms, discouraging misuse.

  5. Improved retention in treatment: Suboxone treatment can help individuals stay engaged in addiction treatment programs for longer periods. This increases their chances of success in achieving and maintaining sobriety.

  6. Lower risk of infectious diseases: By reducing the use of illicit opioids and the sharing of needles, Suboxone can contribute to a decreased risk of contracting diseases like HIV or hepatitis.

  7. Improved quality of life: When used as part of a comprehensive treatment plan that includes counseling and support, Suboxone can help individuals regain control over their lives, maintain stable employment, and rebuild relationships.

  8. Reduced criminal activity: Participation in Suboxone treatment is associated with a decreased likelihood of engaging in criminal activities related to drug use.

  9. Enhanced safety: Unlike illicit opioids, Suboxone is regulated and obtained through legal channels, reducing the risk of exposure to adulterated or dangerous substances.

Suboxone treatment is most effective when used as part of a comprehensive addiction treatment program at a rehab center like La Jolla Healing Center, which may include counseling, therapy, and support services. It is not a standalone solution but can be a valuable tool in the process of addiction recovery. Additionally, Suboxone should be prescribed and managed by healthcare professionals with expertise in addiction medicine to ensure safe and effective use.

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Is Suboxone safe for addiction treatment?

Suboxone is generally considered safe and effective at helping individuals overcome opioid addiction. However, like many medications, it does have the potential for misuse and addiction, especially when not used as directed.

Here are some important points to consider:

  1. Addiction Potential: Suboxone contains buprenorphine, which is a partial opioid agonist. While it is less likely to cause the intense euphoria and cravings associated with full opioid agonists like heroin, it can still lead to physical dependence and, in some cases, psychological addiction when misused.

  2. Tolerance and Dependence: Even when used as prescribed, some individuals may develop a tolerance to Suboxone over time, requiring higher doses to achieve the same effect. This can potentially lead to dependence on the medication.

  3. Diversion and Misuse: Suboxone can be diverted and misused by individuals who do not have a legitimate need for it. Some people may seek Suboxone for its opioid effects rather than for addiction treatment.

  4. Withdrawal: If someone becomes dependent on Suboxone and suddenly stops taking it, they can experience withdrawal symptoms, which may be uncomfortable and drive continued use.

  5. Treatment Under Supervision: The most effective way to minimize the risk of Suboxone misuse and addiction is to use it as part of a comprehensive addiction treatment program under the supervision of a healthcare provider. This includes regular monitoring, counseling, and support to address the underlying causes of addiction.

The risk of addiction with Suboxone is generally much lower than with full opioid agonists, and it has been shown to be an effective tool in helping individuals break the cycle of opioid addiction. The benefits of using Suboxone to treat opioid addiction at a treatment center like La Jolla Healing Center often outweigh the potential risks, especially when used within a well-designed treatment plan.