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Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital - Behavioral Health Services

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Overview

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Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital - Behavioral Health Services is San Diego's largest mental health facility. It provides inpatient and outpatient programs for all ages. The hospital treats mood disorders, psychosis, addiction, PTSD, and more. Patients receive individualized treatment plans with cognitive behavioral programming. Mental health professionals are available 24/7 through the intake hotline. Programs include support for veterans and dual recovery for drug or alcohol use alongside mental health conditions. 3.9-star Google review rating with 115+ reviews. Patients at Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital - Behavioral Health Services appreciate the professional, kind staff and clean facilities. Many reviews highlight the compassionate care provided during crises, with several noting life-saving interventions. The hospital's calm atmosphere and effective psychiatric services are frequently praised.

Address

7850 Vista Hill Avenue
San Diego, CA 92123

Directions

Ages Served

  • Seniors (Ages 65+)
  • Adults (Ages 26-64)

Genders Accepted

  • Female
  • Male

Languages Served

  • Sign language
  • English

Treatment

  • Hospital inpatient detoxification
  • Hospital inpatient treatment
  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
  • Outpatient detoxification

Special Programs

  • Mental health disorders

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Anthem
  • Aetna
  • Carelon
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • ComPsych
  • Health Net
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • MHN
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Other Private Insurance
  • Medicare
  • TRICARE

Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.


Cost

$$ - Moderate Cost Facility

Cost ratings are our best estimates to help guide you, not guarantees. Actual costs may vary with treatment, insurance, and other factors. While we aim for accuracy, details may change.

Financial Assistance

  • Does not offer Free
  • Does not offer Payment assistance
  • Does not offer Sliding fee scale

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Hospital inpatient detoxification
  • Hospital inpatient treatment
  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
  • Outpatient detoxification

Treatment Approaches

  • 12-step program support
  • Anger control support
  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Matrix Model program
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention support
  • Substance use counseling
  • Trauma-focused counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Help with transportation
  • Mental health support
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • Couples counseling
  • Family therapy
  • General health education services
  • Group therapy
  • Hepatitis education and support
  • HIV/AIDS education and support
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Substance use education
  • Tobacco and vaping cessation counseling

Transition Support

  • Discharge and next steps planning
  • Ongoing recovery care
  • Overdose prevention and naloxone education
  • Post-discharge follow-up

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
  • Community outreach and support
  • Comprehensive health checkup
  • Hepatitis B testing
  • Hepatitis C testing
  • Intervention and education support
  • Mental health assessment
  • Mental health screening
  • Monitoring for metabolic syndrome
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Testing for HIV
  • Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Tuberculosis screening
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Amenities and Experiences

Policies

  • Smoking allowed in designated areas
  • Vaping allowed in designated areas

Ownership Type

  • Non-profit

Quality and Trust

The Joint Commission

The Joint Commission is one of the most trusted names in healthcare. If a rehab center has this accreditation, it means they meet strong national standards for safety, treatment quality, and staff training.

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Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital
Call 858-836-8434

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