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Evolve Teen Outpatient Treatment Center - San Diego

La Mesa, CA

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in La Mesa, CA · Accepts Private · TRICARE · Serves adolescents.

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About Evolve Teen Outpatient Treatment Center - San Diego

Evolve is an intensive outpatient program (IOP) that treats adolescents ages 12-17 struggling with a mental health and/or substance use disorder. The experienced team of licensed, professional clinicians come from a place of empathy, compassion, and understanding. They teach practical tools that address the underlying cause of addiction and help improve relationships with families and peers. Every treatment plan is unique and catered to the needs of each individual. Therapy is holistic and can include traditional talk therapy, motivational interviewing (MI), seeking safety, applied behavioral analysis (ABA), 12-Step support groups, process group therapy, art and music therapy, family counseling, yoga, and much more. Evolve San Diego serves a maxim of 10 teenagers at a time, with a teen-adult ratio of 3:1. Treatment hours are Monday-Thursday 1:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m. and Friday 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Evolve is conveniently located between San Diego and Oceanside, just 10 minutes from the Pacific Ocean and less than 1 mile from the Sorrento Valley Coaster light rail station. The 2-story building offers an airy, colorful design with a comfortable, coastal vibe. On site, there's a large common room for down-time, games, and mindfulness activities. The school room is equipped with computers and printers for school work and therapy assignments. The unique facility is designed to feel inviting unlike a sterile office space, making it more comfortable and relaxing while engaging in treatment.

Classified as residential treatment center (rtc) for children. private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, mental health treatment.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Residential/24-hour residential
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Adults
Special populations
Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)
Medications used
Chlorpromazine, Haloperidol, Aripiprazole, Asenapine, Brexpiprazole, Cariprazine, IIoperidone, Lurasidone, Olanzapine, Olanzapine/Fluoxetine combination + 6 more
Recovery supports
Mentoring/peer support
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Address

9817 Edgar Place, La Mesa, CA 91941

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Facility direct line

(866) 714-0997

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Evolve Teen Outpatient Treatment Center - San Diego accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (866) 714-0997 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other CA centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Evolve Teen Outpatient Treatment Center - San Diego offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Evolve Teen Outpatient Treatment Center - San Diego have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does Evolve Teen Outpatient Treatment Center - San Diego use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Evolve Teen Outpatient Treatment Center - San Diego?
Call the facility directly at (866) 714-0997 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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