MHS/TURN—Action East

10201 Mission Gorge Road
Santee, CA 92071

About MHS/TURN—Action East

Turn Action East is located at 10201 Mission Gorge in the foothills of Santee, California. It’s a dual-track treatment program for individuals with chronic substance abuse disorder and/or severe mental health challenges. Action East is part of the TURN Behavioral Health Services Network. Under that umbrella, Action East combines mental health services, addiction treatment, and supportive housing—all under the same roof.

This outpatient facility offers private and group therapy rooms and confidential meeting spaces. Santee is known for its abundance of outdoor recreation activities, and the center is close to the scenic Mission Trails Regional Park and minutes from Santee Trolley Square. The Walker Preserve Trail is just a bit north.

Programs That Treat the Whole Person

Action East offers outpatient substance use disorder treatment that feels flexible but purposeful. They offer group-based recovery programs, individual therapy, and evidence-based methods like behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.

For individuals dealing with both addiction and mental illness, their dual-diagnosis support ensures they get the right type of help on both fronts. I’m pleased to see their team is comfortable working with people who are exposed to the justice system, child welfare, and underserved communities. It’s clear they’re committed to understanding real-world challenges.

Support That Goes Beyond Sobriety

From what I can tell, they don’t just treat addiction at Action East. They help clients rebuild their lives. Case managers work with clients on housing, employment, and even help with transportation to get to appointments. Spanish-speaking counselors and trauma-informed care make treatment even more accessible.

Reviews praise the caring, professional, and non-judgmental staff, and mention the supportive group environment. For those experiencing financial challenges, they accept Medi-Cal and offer sliding-scale or free treatment for those who qualify. Whether you’re trying to stay clean, looking for housing, or managing a mental health condition alongside recovery, this place may offer the practical tools you need for healing.

Addiction Treatment Programs

  • Alcohol Rehab

    If you’re ready to overcome alcohol use disorder, an alcohol rehab in California can give you the tools you need. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, an alcohol program will help you build a new lifestyle based on healthy coping mechanisms, better relationships, and a new way of thinking about life.

  • Dual Diagnosis

    Substance use support is a part of care for adults in East San Diego County who live with serious mental illness, offered alongside mental health treatment, psychiatric care, and rehabilitation.

  • Opioid Addiction

    The goal of an opioid rehab in California is to give you the tools and skills you need to achieve long-term recovery. During this program, you’ll work with professional counselors to deal with the psychological, emotional, and physical issues that opioid misuse can cause. Over time, you’ll learn how to live without substance use long-term.

  • Adult Program

    ACT, short for Assertive Community Treatment, and ICM, short for Intensive Case Management, serve adults in East San Diego County with serious mental illness.

  • Men's Rehab

    Choosing a men’s rehab in California can be a great way to manage gender-specific issues while also addressing substance use. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, a men’s program will offer specific support for your emotional, mental, and social needs.

  • Women's Rehab

    If you’re a woman struggling with substance use, consider a women’s rehab program in California. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, a women’s program will offer specific support for your emotional, mental, and social needs.

  • Young Adult Rehab

    Young adult rehabs in California address a wide range of substance use issues while also helping clients transition into adulthood. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, a young adult program will offer specific support for your emotional, mental, and social needs.

  • Crisis Intervention Services

  • Case Management Services

  • Peer Support Services

  • Psychiatric Services

Insurance Coverage

  • Self-pay options

    Paying the full cost of rehab in California yourself is called self-pay. Some people write a check, some electronically send payment to the treatment center, and others get a medical loan. There may be different fee structures depending on the level of care.

  • Financial aid

    One way to pay for rehab in California is to use financial aid programs if you qualify. Treatment programs may offer grants and scholarships to help you afford the cost of treatment, or you might find help from non-profits or other community groups.

  • Sliding scale payment assistance

    How do you pay for rehab in California? A good option is to look for programs with a sliding scale payment plan. You may need to provide financial documentation for your income and family size, but the lower fees will make it much easier to get the care you need.

  • Private insurance

    Paying for rehab in California is easier if you use private insurance. Keep in mind that coverage levels may vary, and it’s important to try to find a center that’s in-network with your plan. Be sure to ask about your out-of-pocket costs, such as copayments and deductibles.

  • Military insurance

    For those with military insurance, using your coverage to pay for treatment in California can make rehab more accessible. Your insurance plan can pay for some or all of the costs of rehab, although you will want to contact the insurer for full details. You may have some out-of-pocket costs such as copays or deductibles.

  • Medicaid

    One way to pay for rehab in California is to use Medicaid if you qualify for the coverage. You can find treatment centers that accept Medicaid offering multiple levels of care, including detox, inpatient, and outpatient. You may pay little or nothing out-of-pocket.

Levels of Care

  • 1

    Outpatient Rehab

    Attending outpatient treatment in California allows you to get evidence-based care without living in the facility, helping you establish long-term recovery. Building a new life for yourself takes time, and it’s important to have enough support throughout the process. Outpatient treatment allows you to have more intensive or less intensive help, depending on your needs.

  • 2

    Aftercare Support

    Overcoming substance use is a lifelong process. Aftercare in California gives you the support you need to stay sober. Some aftercare programs will help you connect to community resources and social services in your area, from housing to healthcare to financial assistance.

  • 3

    Sober Living Homes

    Sober living in California is focused on giving you a substance-free place to live, giving you the support you need to stay sober long-term. Sober living is a place where you can practice your new life skills and begin to work toward an independent, substance-free life.

Therapies

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy

    In California, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) helps you learn healthy coping strategies and build your ability to manage stressful situations. This makes it much easier to reach long-term recovery. Substance use treatment includes detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care, and DBT may be a part of each of these stages. The goal is to help clients develop the skills they need to solve the problems they face without substance use.

  • Group Therapy

    Attending group therapy in California is a way to overcome shame and isolation, helping you establish long-term recovery. Substance use treatment includes detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care, and group therapy may be a part of each of these stages. The goal is to help clients support each other, provide accountability, and relate to each other’s experiences.

  • Individual Therapy

    During individual therapy in California, clients work with a professional to address specific individual concerns. Some of the topics covered in individual therapy include developing healthy coping skills, addressing past events that may have played a part in substance use, and building a support network.

  • Assertive Community Treatment

Location

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FAQs

What kinds of support does ACTION East include in its services?

Care includes mental health treatment and psychiatric care, plus care coordination. Supportive housing services and rehabilitation are part of it, as are crisis intervention and benefits advocacy. Substance use support and peer support services are included too. These sit inside assertive community treatment, or ACT, and intensive case management for adults in East San Diego County.

Where does the team meet people for care?

A multidisciplinary team brings services to people in their homes, in hospitals and shelters, and in other community settings. That team carries assertive community treatment, along with intensive case management, to adults in East San Diego County who live with serious mental illness.

Has TURN Behavioral Health Services hosted a press conference at ACTION East?

Yes. A press conference took place at this program, with TURN Behavioral Health Services as host. The program is assertive community treatment, plus intensive case management, for adults who live with serious mental illness in East San Diego County.

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