Oceanside
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John McDowell
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
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John McDowell

Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC

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Available both in-person and online
Serving North County Oceanside, CA 92057
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Addiction - are you involved in a Court case, Family or Criminal? Drugs & Alcohol addiction destroys lives, creates shame, fear and confusion. I am in recovery & am a Court Approved Provider, I can help you with Court appointed Programs, education including Anger Management and out of state services. Provide Addiction Assessments, & many Court services. We provide unique, individual attention. DMV, DUI & Interventions- we understand the System. Working weekends and nights. Can come to you if needed. Recovery Coaching and training offered.
If you suspect your loved one is using or abusing drugs- we offer Substance Abuse testing and help family members deal with family struggling with drug use, confidentially. You have options. Individual counseling and treatment provided. Free consults. Recovery Coaching & Tx Planning produces evidence based Treatment services.
The chaos and trouble alcohol & drug use brings to a family is difficult. Sometimes you need someone outside who understand addiction to bring harmony back. Intervention, Coaching and trust many times presented in recovery makes all the difference, as Drug use & Alcoholism never received treatment due to shame and fear. It may be time to offer genuine help.
Call or John McDowell now for a free 15 minute consultation - (442) 233-3632

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Alternative Recovery Solutions

Serving North County

Oceanside, CA 92057 map

 (442) 233-3632

North County Alano Club

4198 Mission Avenue

Oceanside, CA 92057 map
My website
Everyone is unique, we design individualized programs, working as a team. Your success is our ultimate goal. We provide practical tools.
I specialize in Anger Management, Addiction and Alcohol Use 
$40 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (442) 233-3632
Photo of John McDowell, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Alternative Recovery Solutions

Serving North County

Oceanside, CA 92057 map

 (442) 233-3632

North County Alano Club

4198 Mission Avenue

Oceanside, CA 92057 map
My website
Everyone is unique, we design individualized programs, working as a team. Your success is our ultimate goal. We provide practical tools.
I specialize in Anger Management, Addiction and Alcohol Use 
$40 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $40
  • Couple Sessions $60
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Working on that right now.
  • Out of Network
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Free consultation. Text me for Unique Treatment-accepted by San Diego Court. I provide services that produce results. Highly confidential- intense & Court approved- internationally certified. It's time, time to get well.
Photo of John McDowell, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
John McDowell
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 233-3632
"
Free consultation. Text me for Unique Treatment-accepted by San Diego Court. I provide services that produce results. Highly confidential- intense & Court approved- internationally certified. It's time, time to get well.
Photo of John McDowell, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
John McDowell
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 233-3632

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Certificate from CCAPP John McDowell

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 12 years
  • Attended UCSD, International Certification ICADC, CADC II, Graduated 2003

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from UCSD AO41551305 / 2003
  • Certificate from CCAPP Medically Assisted Treatment / 2014
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Internationally certified, ICADC, CADC II & Medically Assisted Treatment certified, along with 20 plus years in recovery. Designed and operated 30 Tx Facilities.
Photo of John McDowell, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
John McDowell
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 233-3632
"
Internationally certified, ICADC, CADC II & Medically Assisted Treatment certified, along with 20 plus years in recovery. Designed and operated 30 Tx Facilities.
Photo of John McDowell, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
John McDowell
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 233-3632

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anger Management
  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Chronic Relapse
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Abuse
  • Family Conflict
  • Life Coaching
  • Medication Management
  • Men's Issues
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Substance Abuse Assessment, Prevention
  • Substance Use
  • Superior Court Approved Provider
  • Testing and Evaluation
  • Veterans
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I work with relapses, those with multiple issues. Addiction is incurable- yet highly treatable. Everyone is different, so I consult, assess and create program with you. Free consult. Court approved - in recovery myself. Just send a text, let's get going.!
Photo of John McDowell, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
John McDowell
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 233-3632
"
I work with relapses, those with multiple issues. Addiction is incurable- yet highly treatable. Everyone is different, so I consult, assess and create program with you. Free consult. Court approved - in recovery myself. Just send a text, let's get going.!
Photo of John McDowell, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
John McDowell
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 233-3632

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Christian Counseling
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Court Approved Provider-Person Centered
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Family Systems
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Intervention
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Proactive Counseling- Daubert Assessments
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Reality Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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Get an Assessment, let's find out the root causes & conditions. I guarantee confidentiality. Addiction is genetic and a disease that is highly treatable. I can come to you. Outpatient treatment and many uniques programs available. Can help with Court and Family intervention. I use person centered counseling and develop programs for you.
Photo of John McDowell, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
John McDowell
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 233-3632
"
Get an Assessment, let's find out the root causes & conditions. I guarantee confidentiality. Addiction is genetic and a disease that is highly treatable. I can come to you. Outpatient treatment and many uniques programs available. Can help with Court and Family intervention. I use person centered counseling and develop programs for you.
Photo of John McDowell, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
John McDowell
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 233-3632

Groups

Personal Addiction Assistant

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Hosted by
John McDowell

I work with a limited number of clients. Providing Intensive Creative Addiction services.

Expertise

Addiction
Substance Use

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Age

Teen
Email John McDowell about this group or call - (442) 233-3632

Location

Primary Location

Alternative Recovery Solutions

Serving North County

Oceanside, CA 92057

(442) 233-3632

Email Me

My website

Additional Location

North County Alano Club

4198 Mission Avenue

Oceanside, CA 92057

(442) 233-3632

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

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Everyone is unique, we design individualized programs, working as a team. Your success is our ultimate goal. We provide practical tools.
Photo of John McDowell, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
John McDowell
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
Call for a free consultation now - (442) 233-3632
"
Everyone is unique, we design individualized programs, working as a team. Your success is our ultimate goal. We provide practical tools.
Photo of John McDowell, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
John McDowell
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
Call for a free consultation now - (442) 233-3632