Kern Medical

Substance Use and Mental Health
Hospital
2.8
(460)
Unclaimed
Insurance

Kern Medical's Behavioral Health Unit (BHU) is a licensed, 25-bed adult facility dedicated to providing individualized care during times of crisis. Their recovery-oriented services aim to stabilize symptoms and empower clients through various therapeutic programs, including psychiatric and medical evaluations, medication education and treatment, individual and group therapy, dialectical and cognitive behavioral therapy skills, substance abuse education, relaxation techniques, coping skills, pet therapy, and connections to community support services. They accept insurance and their health benefit advisors can help clients understand their payment options.

AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
1700 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield CA View Map
Primary Focus
This center treats substance use disorders and mental health conditions....
Occupancy
16-30 beds
Conditions We Treat
Anxiety, Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Trauma
Substance Use We Treat
Alcohol, Co-Occurring Disorders, Drug Addiction
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Care Options

Levels of Care

Substance use and mental health issues can occur simultaneously or as primary conditions. Effective treatment explores how mental health conditions contribute to addiction, and vice-versa. Many rehabs treat substance use disorders and mental health conditions with personalized care plans.
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Residential
Not Offered at This Center
Residential programs for substance use and mental health with structured care and 24/7 monitoring. Treatment takes place on-site, with behavioral health professionals often providing care in group, individual, and family settings.
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Sober Living
Not Offered at This Center
Transitional housing designed to support individuals recovering from substance use disorders offering a safe, supportive and structured environment for practicing long-term sobriety, while reintegrating back into daily living.
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Outpatient
Not Offered at This Center
Outpatient treatment offers flexible therapeutic and medical care without the need to stay overnight in a hospital or inpatient facility. Outpatient care typically offers a range of therapies and medical interventions individuals can attend alongside daily life.
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Virtual & In-Home Care
Not Offered at This Center
The delivery of therapeutic services utilizing technology such as video conferencing, online messaging or phone calls, allowing for flexibility, comfort and increased access to care.
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Intensive Inpatient
The highest level of care, medically managed with 24-hour nursing and physician care in a residential or medically-based setting, and can include any combination of medication, counseling and therapy.
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Licensed Primary Mental Health
Some primary care providers offer mental health diagnosis and treatment. This can prevent patients from developing more serious conditions.
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Co-Occurring Disorders
Substance use and mental health can occur simultaneously as co-occurring disorders. Treatment for co-occurring disorders involves therapy and other personalized interventions to address both conditions.
Treatment

Your Care Options

Specializations

Intensive Inpatient
Drug Addiction
Licensed Primary Mental Health

Who We Treat

Men
Women
Men and Women

Approaches

Evidence-Based
Holistic
Individual Treatment

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling
Animal Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Group Therapy
Medication-Assisted Treatment
Psychoeducation
Relaxation Therapy
Seeking Safety

Languages

English

Conditions We Treat

Anxiety
Depression
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Trauma

Substances We Treat

Alcohol
Co-Occurring Disorders
Drug Addiction
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Smoking and Vaping Policy

Smoking Not Allowed
Vaping Not Allowed
Frequently Asked Questions

Further Research

The following therapies are included: seeking safety, group therapy and more.
Bakersfield, California, United States.
Kern Medical provides intensive inpatient, licensed primary mental health and more.

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