A Positive Alternative

Substance Use and Mental Health
Outpatient
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Insurance

Offering state-certified intensive outpatient programs, A Positive Alternative (APA) provides carefully selected gender-specific men's and women's groups. Each group is a maximum of 6-8 individuals, resulting in a highly personalized treatment experience.

APA aims to bridge substance use treatment with mental health therapy, combining individual sessions, family workshops/support groups, naturopathic wellness, and mindfulness based relapse prevention. Their evidence-based, non-12-Step approach offers an alternative path to recovery by addressing core issues that drive substance use and building tools for lasting change.

Build Relationships and Skills for Lasting Recovery

Clients often leave the program having formed healthier relationship with themselves and strong connections with other group members, creating a support network that extends beyond treatment. With APA's focus on teaching awareness of both mind and body, participants learn to manage stress, tolerate discomfort, and navigate triggers more effectively-- invaluable skills for relapse prevention.

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AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
4649 Sunnyside Ave N Suite 200 Seattle, WA 98103 View Map
Primary Focus
This center treats substance use disorders and mental health conditions....
Typical Program Length
1 year
Founded in 1990
36 years in business
Conditions We Treat
Anger, Anxiety, Bipolar, Burnout +4 More
Substance Use We Treat
Alcohol, Co-Occurring Disorders, Drug Addiction, Marijuana
How to pay

Insurance Accepted

Provider's Policy: In the interest of keeping our groups small and offering individualized, client-focused care, we have chosen not to be an in-network provider with any insurance companies. However, your plan may include benefits for out-of-network providers, in which case your program could be partially covered.
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Pricing and Program Length

We don't have pricing information for this center. Please contact the center for more information.
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.
Not included
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.
Not included
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.
Included
Intensive Outpatient Program
An intensive outpatient program (IOP) falls between inpatient care and traditional outpatient services, with therapy and skills-building activities designed to support recovery and provide flexibility. IOP is ideal for those needing support but not the 24/7 care of a residential facility.
Included
Outpatient
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.
Not included
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.
Included
Licensed Primary Mental Health
Some primary care providers offer mental health diagnosis and treatment. This can prevent patients from developing more serious conditions.
Included
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

Alcohol
Co-Occurring Disorders
Marijuana
Professionals
Gender-Specific

Who We Treat

Men
Women
Couples
Executives
LGBTQ+
Men and Women
Mild Disabilities
Professionals

Approaches

Evidence-Based
Gender-Specific
Individual Treatment
Non 12 Step

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Eye Movement Therapy (EMDR)
Family Therapy
Group Therapy
Life Skills
Meditation & Mindfulness

Languages

English

Conditions We Treat

Anger
Anxiety
Bipolar
Burnout
Depression
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Stress
Trauma

Substances We Treat

Alcohol
Co-Occurring Disorders
Drug Addiction
Marijuana

Aftercare

Support Meetings
Return Visits
Family Follow-up Counseling
Follow-up Sessions (in-person)
Aftercare Recovery Coach
Ability to Call a Counselor
Support Meetings (on-site)
Aftercare Group Therapy
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Personal Amenities

Coffee Maker and Tea
Internet Access
Snacks

Amenities

Access to Nature
Gardens
Internet Access
Walking Trails

Special Considerations

Gender-specific groups
LGBTQ group
Wheelchair Accessible
Smoke-free Campus
Executive Program
Couples program

Activities

Biking
Farming, Gardening

Smoking and Vaping Policy

Smoking Not Allowed
Vaping Not Allowed
Frequently Asked Questions

Further Research

The following therapies are included: mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, group therapy and more.
Seattle, Washington, United States.
In the interest of keeping our groups small and offering individualized, client-focused care, we have chosen not to be an in-network provider with any insurance companies. However, your plan may include benefits for out-of-network providers, in which case your program could be partially covered.
The typical length is 1 year.
A Positive Alternative provides intensive outpatient program, licensed primary mental health and more.

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