Way Back
2516 A Street, San Diego, CA 92102
Anger Management
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About this center
Way Back is an addiction treatment provider in San Diego, California. According to the public treatment facility listing record for this address, the program offers care delivered in a residential or 24-hour setting, covering medical detox and residential treatment.
The same record identifies treatment for substance use disorder, alcohol use disorder, opioid use disorder, benzodiazepine use disorder, and cocaine use disorder. Programming is listed as serving active duty military, adults, co-occurring disorders / dual diagnosis, court-ordered clients, and hiv/aids support. Services are listed as available in English, Spanish, and Tagalog.
Listed accreditation and treatment approaches include Anger Management, Brief Intervention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Relapse Prevention. This reflects what is in the listing record; current standing can be checked with the accrediting body or your state licensing agency.
Way Back is located at 2516 A Street, San Diego, California 92102, and the number listed for this location is (619) 235-0592, which reaches the center directly. Treatment Locators does not own or operate this center and is not paid by it for this listing. Details such as bed availability, insurance accepted, and current programming are set by the facility and should be confirmed by phone.
At a glance
- Location
- 2516 A Street, San Diego, CA 92102
- Phone
- (619) 235-0592
- Levels of care
- Medical Detox and Residential Treatment
- Conditions treated
- Substance Use Disorder, Alcohol Use Disorder, Opioid Use Disorder, Benzodiazepine Use Disorder, Cocaine Use Disorder, Methamphetamine Use Disorder, Co-occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Trauma / PTSD, Chronic Pain, and HIV/AIDS
- Treatment approaches
- Anger Management, Brief Intervention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Relapse Prevention, Substance Use Counseling, and Trauma-Informed Counseling
- Populations served
- Active Duty Military, Adults, Co-occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis, Court-ordered Clients, HIV/AIDS Support, Men, Military Families, Seniors / Older Adults, Survivors Of Domestic Violence, Survivors Of Sexual Abuse, Trauma / PTSD, Veterans, and Young Adults
- Languages
- English, Spanish, and Tagalog
- Facility type
- Non-Profit Organization
Payment and accreditation
Payment options reported
- Payment Assistance AvailableCheck with the facility for details.
- State-Financed InsuranceA state health insurance plan other than Medicaid.
Licensing and accreditation
- COA AccreditedThe Council on Accreditation is an independent non-profit that accredits social service and behavioral health organizations.
- Licensed by State Substance Use AgencyThe state agency that oversees substance use treatment licenses this facility to operate.
Reported by the facility to the federal treatment services record (September 2026). The record lists payment and funding types only — it does not name insurance carriers, so it cannot confirm that a specific plan is accepted. Call the center to confirm current payment options and costs, and see how insurance coverage for treatment works.
Levels of care
- Medical Detox
- Residential Treatment
Conditions treated
- Substance Use Disorder
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Opioid Use Disorder
- Benzodiazepine Use Disorder
- Cocaine Use Disorder
- Methamphetamine Use Disorder
- Co-occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis
- Mental Health
- Trauma / PTSD
- Chronic Pain
- HIV/AIDS
Treatment approaches
- Anger Management
- Brief Intervention
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Relapse Prevention
- Substance Use Counseling
- Trauma-Informed Counseling
Populations served
- Active Duty Military
- Adults
- Co-occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis
- Court-ordered Clients
- HIV/AIDS Support
- Men
- Military Families
- Seniors / Older Adults
- Survivors Of Domestic Violence
- Survivors Of Sexual Abuse
- Trauma / PTSD
- Veterans
- Young Adults
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
- Tagalog
Frequently asked questions about Way Back
Where is Way Back located?
Way Back is located at 2516 A Street, San Diego, CA 92102.
What levels of care does Way Back offer?
The listing for Way Back shows medical detox and residential treatment. Confirm current availability with the facility, since programs open and close beds over time.
What does Way Back treat?
Listed areas of treatment include substance use disorder, alcohol use disorder, opioid use disorder, benzodiazepine use disorder, cocaine use disorder, methamphetamine use disorder, co-occurring disorders / dual diagnosis, mental health, trauma / ptsd, chronic pain, and hiv/aids.
How do I contact Way Back?
The phone number listed for Way Back is (619) 235-0592. Calling the center directly is the best way to confirm current details.
What payment options does Way Back report?
In the federal treatment services record (September 2026), Way Back reports payment assistance available and state-financed insurance. The record lists payment types only, never specific insurance carriers, so call the center at (619) 235-0592 to confirm whether your plan is accepted.
Is Way Back licensed or accredited?
The federal record lists COA Accredited and Licensed by State Substance Use Agency for this location. Licensure and accreditation change over time, so current standing is best confirmed with the accrediting body or your state licensing agency.
Are there other treatment centers near San Diego, California?
Yes. You can browse other listed programs in San Diego and across California from this page, or call 24/7 for help comparing options.
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