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Northbound Treatment Services
Treatment Center

Northbound Treatment Services

Treatment Center

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Comprehensive Addiction & Mental Health Care
At Northbound Treatment Services in La Jolla, California, we offer comprehensive treatment for drug and alcohol addiction as well as co-occurring mental health disorders. Our continuum of care includes medically supervised detox, residential and outpatient programs, dual diagnosis support, and aftercare planning. Each client receives a personalized treatment plan tailored to their unique goals, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and empowering recovery experience. At our wonderful facility, we provide a compassionate environment where lasting healing and growth can begin.
Evidence-Based, Personalized Treatment That Works
Our experienced team uses evidence-based therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and emotional growth work. We empower individuals to rebuild confidence, develop coping skills, and form meaningful connections throughout their recovery journey.
Start Your Recovery Journey Today!
At Northbound, we understand that healing takes time, compassion, and the right environment. Our mission is to help each person achieve lasting sobriety and rediscover joy in life. Whether you’re beginning detox or continuing treatment, we’re here to guide you every step of the way toward recovery.
Call or Northbound Treatment Services now for a free 15 minute consultation - (949) 401-6097

Our Facility at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Northbound Treatment in San Diego offers detox, inpatient, and outpatient programs tailored around your schedule and needs.
We specialize in Substance Use and Dual Diagnosis 
We accept insurance 
Our clients are adults  
Let's Connect (949) 401-6097
Photo of David Allen Gates - Northbound Treatment Services, Treatment Center, MD, PhD, LMFT, LCSW, RN

Our Facility at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Northbound Treatment in San Diego offers detox, inpatient, and outpatient programs tailored around your schedule and needs.
We specialize in Substance Use and Dual Diagnosis 
We accept insurance 
Our clients are adults  

Finances

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa, Wire

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • ComPsych
  • First Health
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
  • Magellan
  • Managed Health Network (MHN)
  • MHNet Behavioral Health
  • MultiPlan
  • MultiPlan Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • TRICARE
  • TriWest
  • Out of Network
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Our admissions and billing team ensures a smooth process from start to finish. We accept major insurance plans, out-of-network benefits, and multiple payment options to make treatment accessible and stress-free. Contact us to verify your benefits and begin your process!
Photo of David Allen Gates - Northbound Treatment Services, Treatment Center, MD, PhD, LMFT, LCSW, RN
Northbound Treatment Services
Treatment Center
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 401-6097
"
Our admissions and billing team ensures a smooth process from start to finish. We accept major insurance plans, out-of-network benefits, and multiple payment options to make treatment accessible and stress-free. Contact us to verify your benefits and begin your process!
Photo of David Allen Gates - Northbound Treatment Services, Treatment Center, MD, PhD, LMFT, LCSW, RN
Northbound Treatment Services
Treatment Center
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 401-6097

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: California / 300661CP
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Northbound Treatment Services in San Diego is fully licensed in the state of California. Our team upholds the highest clinical and ethical standards to provide trusted, evidence-based care for substance use disorders and dual diagnosis.
Photo of David Allen Gates - Northbound Treatment Services, Treatment Center, MD, PhD, LMFT, LCSW, RN
Northbound Treatment Services
Treatment Center
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 401-6097
"
Northbound Treatment Services in San Diego is fully licensed in the state of California. Our team upholds the highest clinical and ethical standards to provide trusted, evidence-based care for substance use disorders and dual diagnosis.
Photo of David Allen Gates - Northbound Treatment Services, Treatment Center, MD, PhD, LMFT, LCSW, RN
Northbound Treatment Services
Treatment Center
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 401-6097

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Substance Use
  • Dual Diagnosis

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Chronic Relapse
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Psychosis
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
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We specialize in helping individuals overcome addiction and mental health challenges through compassionate, evidence-based care. Our team creates a supportive space where clients can heal, grow, and regain balance, empowering lasting recovery and a renewed sense of purpose.
Photo of David Allen Gates - Northbound Treatment Services, Treatment Center, MD, PhD, LMFT, LCSW, RN
Northbound Treatment Services
Treatment Center
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 401-6097
"
We specialize in helping individuals overcome addiction and mental health challenges through compassionate, evidence-based care. Our team creates a supportive space where clients can heal, grow, and regain balance, empowering lasting recovery and a renewed sense of purpose.
Photo of David Allen Gates - Northbound Treatment Services, Treatment Center, MD, PhD, LMFT, LCSW, RN
Northbound Treatment Services
Treatment Center
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 401-6097

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Programs and Services

Treatment Programs

  • Addiction
  • Adult Residential
  • Alcohol Rehab
  • Christian Rehab
  • Continuing Care
  • Depression
  • Detox Program
  • Drug Rehab
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Eating Disorder
  • Intervention
  • Medication-Assisted Detox
  • Opiate Drug Detox
  • Outdoor Therapy
  • Psychiatric Residential
  • Residential Inpatient
  • Residential Relapse Recovery
  • Small Residential Programs
  • Substance Use
  • Transitional Independent Living Programs
  • Young Adult Residential

Out / Inpatient

  • Intensive Outpatient Program
  • Long Term (>30 Days) Residential
  • Short Term (<30 Days) Residential

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Intervention
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Northbound offers a full continuum of care, including detox, residential, dual diagnosis, and outpatient programs. Clients receive personalized treatment through evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, and EMDR, alongside holistic and outdoor experiences. Both short- and long-term options foster lasting wellness and meaningful recovery.
Photo of David Allen Gates - Northbound Treatment Services, Treatment Center, MD, PhD, LMFT, LCSW, RN
Northbound Treatment Services
Treatment Center
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 401-6097
"
Northbound offers a full continuum of care, including detox, residential, dual diagnosis, and outpatient programs. Clients receive personalized treatment through evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, and EMDR, alongside holistic and outdoor experiences. Both short- and long-term options foster lasting wellness and meaningful recovery.
Photo of David Allen Gates - Northbound Treatment Services, Treatment Center, MD, PhD, LMFT, LCSW, RN
Northbound Treatment Services
Treatment Center
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 401-6097