Substance Use Disorders

There’s no better time than this moment to start your journey to recovery from substance use disorder (SUD). At Clinica Sierra Vista, we believe you can overcome substance and behavioral addictions with our compassionate medical team by your side. We tailor SUD treatment to each individual, offering customized care that meets patients wherever they are in their journey towards recovery. Whether you’re feeling skeptical, discouraged, or ready to start treatment, we are here to support you.

Helping You Take the Steps to Recovery

At Clinica Sierra Vista, we help individuals and families cope with the complexity and challenges of addiction. We provide the tools needed to manage cravings and support sustained recovery through individual, group, and family counseling, educational groups, and relapse prevention techniques.

We understand that you might feel hesitant to start SUD treatment. Today may just be the day to take steps towards recovery and wellness. Our team is here to reassure you that the right time is now. From the moment you enter treatment with us, we’ll provide you with the respect and dignity you deserve. Our experienced, certified addiction counselors and medical staff are here to support you in confronting substance use.

How Can I Achieve Recovery from Drugs or Alcohol?

When you decide you are ready to leave substance use in the past, we can help. However, it’s not safe to abruptly stop using alcohol or drugs (“cold turkey”). Withdrawal symptoms can be challenging and may lead to intense cravings, and potentially even life-threatening complications.

Substance use disorder affects individuals physically, emotionally, and spiritually. It can be difficult to overcome without professional help, but remember, you don’t have to face it alone. Recovery isn’t easy, but with the right support, it’s possible.

The steps to recovery include:

Step 1: Medical Intake

A registered nurse will discuss your substance use and help you understand its effects on your life. Your drug use history will be documented, and an individualized treatment plan will be introduced.

Step 2: Medically Supervised Detox

This is a personalized detoxification process where the remnants of drugs are removed from your body under medical supervision. This ensures that withdrawal symptoms are manageable, and you remain comfortable. Detox is just the first step; continued treatment is crucial for long-term recovery.

Step 3: Maintaining Abstinence

It takes about 90 continuous days of abstinence to reach the “maintenance” stage. During this time, you will learn to identify triggers and develop strategies to prevent relapse. You will also learn to replace unhealthy behaviors with positive ones.

Step 4: Advanced Recovery

After about five years of sobriety, you will continue to use the skills you’ve learned and create long-term goals for a fulfilling life without drugs or alcohol. Recovery is a lifelong process requiring ongoing commitment and support.

Am I Eligible for Substance Use Disorder Treatment?

Clinica Sierra Vista offers counseling services to patients aged 13 and over for SUD through our Delano and Ebony (Bakersfield) Behavioral Health Centers. We also offer school-based SUD treatment on select school campuses in Delano. Services for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders are available at all specialty behavioral health centers in Kern and Fresno Counties. All Clinica community health centers screen for substance use disorders and refer patients to appropriate locations for treatment.

Referrals can be made by calling or walking into any of our behavioral health centers in Delano, Frazier Park, Lamont, or Bakersfield.

Additional Resources

Beneficiary Handbook

Our Substance Abuse Disorder Center Locations

Ebony Counseling Center
3117 Wilson Road
Bakersfield, CA 93304
661-324-4756
NPI #: 1194176719: “Licensed by the State Department of Health Care Services.”

Delano
355 Dover Pkwy
Delano, CA 93215
661-725-2788
NPI #: 1881814838: “Licensed by the State Department of Health Care Services.”

Lamont SUD
8787 Hall Rd
in the trailers behind the CHC
NPI # 1497425276: “Licensed by the State Department of Health Care Services.”

DCHS Website

Program Objectives

At least 80% of interns complete program/degree requirements within 13.5 months (150% of planned program length).
Of graduates who seek employment, at least 100% are employed in nutrition and dietetics or related fields within 12 months of graduation.
At least 80% of program graduates take the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionists within 12 months of program completion.
The program’s one-year pass rate (graduates who pass the registration exam within one year of first attempt) on the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionists is at least 80%.
80% of employers, who return surveys, rate graduates as “satisfactory” or “excellent” for ability to work effectively with multicultural populations from diverse backgrounds.
90% of program graduates work as entry-level Registered Dietitian Nutritionists in community nutrition.
90% of graduates work in Central Valley community programs for at least two years after graduation.

Do I Qualify for WIC?

WIC is a program that helps families with food and nutrition. Call us at (661) 862-5422 or send a message, and we’ll help you see if you qualify.

Here are some ways you might qualify:

You are pregnant
You are breastfeeding a baby who is less than one year old
You had a baby in the last six months
You have a child who is under the age of five
You experienced a loss of pregnancy or had a termination

You also need to think about your family’s income. Here are the monthly income limits for family sizes:

1 Person: $2,413
2 Persons: $3,261
3 Persons: $4,109
4 Persons: $4,957
5 Persons: $5,805
More than 5 Persons: Add $848 for each additional member

This income limit is based on 185% of the Federal Poverty Level, and these amounts will be effective from April 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026.

Also, if you’re pregnant, the baby counts as part of your family size when figuring out if you qualify.

Get Care Right Away

Need care right away? Our health centers offer same-day appointments, and our walk-in clinics also offer extended hours. Whether you schedule ahead or stop by, we’re here to deliver fast, high-quality care when and where you need it.

Visit Your Preferred Location

We make it easy to choose the clinic that works best for you. Keep in mind that your preferred location may mean seeing a different provider. Either way, you’ll receive compassionate, expert care from our trusted team, no matter which clinic you visit.

See Your Preferred Provider

Our providers work across multiple clinics to make care accessible, so their location may vary based on availability. No matter where you’re seen, you can trust our dedicated team to deliver the high-quality care you deserve.

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