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Alternative Recovery Solutions
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
Photo of John McDowell - Alternative Recovery Solutions, ICADC, CADC II, MATC, Drug & Alcohol Counselor

Alternative Recovery Solutions

Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Serving North County, Oceanside, CA 92057
Let's Connect (442) 233-3632
Photo of John McDowell - Alternative Recovery Solutions, ICADC, CADC II, MATC, Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Addiction - are you involved in a Court case, Family or Criminal? Drugs & Alcohol addiction destroys lives, creates shame, fear and confusion. I am in recovery & am a Court Approved Provider, I can help you with Court appointed Programs, education including Anger Management and out of state services. Provide Addiction Assessments, & many Court services. We provide unique, individual attention. DMV, DUI & Interventions- we understand the System. Working weekends and nights. Can come to you if needed. Recovery Coaching and training offered.
If you suspect your loved one is using or abusing drugs- we offer Substance Abuse testing and help family members deal with family struggling with drug use, confidentially. You have options. Individual counseling and treatment provided. Free consults. Recovery Coaching & Tx Planning produces evidence based Treatment services.
The chaos and trouble alcohol & drug use brings to a family is difficult. Sometimes you need someone outside who understand addiction to bring harmony back. Intervention, Coaching and trust many times presented in recovery makes all the difference, as Drug use & Alcoholism never received treatment due to shame and fear. It may be time to offer genuine help.
Call or Alternative Recovery Solutions now for a free 15 minute consultation - (442) 233-3632

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Alternative Recovery Solutions

Serving North County

Oceanside, CA 92057

(442) 233-3632

North County Alano Club

4198 Mission Avenue

Oceanside, CA 92057

Everyone is unique, we design individualized programs, working as a team. Your success is our ultimate goal. We provide practical tools.
I specialize in Anger Management, Addiction and Alcohol Use 
$60 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (442) 233-3632
Photo of John McDowell - Alternative Recovery Solutions, ICADC, CADC II, MATC, Drug & Alcohol Counselor

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Alternative Recovery Solutions

Serving North County

Oceanside, CA 92057

(442) 233-3632

North County Alano Club

4198 Mission Avenue

Oceanside, CA 92057

Everyone is unique, we design individualized programs, working as a team. Your success is our ultimate goal. We provide practical tools.
I specialize in Anger Management, Addiction and Alcohol Use 
$60 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $60
  • Couple Sessions $80
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Working on that right now.
  • Out of Network
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Free consultation - and we discuss fees at your session. Also, sliding scale and house calls when appropriate and necessary such as DUIs. We ask you to text or email us for free consult, see if we can help. If not, will refer you.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 233-3632
Photo of John McDowell - Alternative Recovery Solutions, ICADC, CADC II, MATC, Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Alternative Recovery Solutions
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
"
Free consultation - and we discuss fees at your session. Also, sliding scale and house calls when appropriate and necessary such as DUIs. We ask you to text or email us for free consult, see if we can help. If not, will refer you.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 233-3632
Photo of John McDowell - Alternative Recovery Solutions, ICADC, CADC II, MATC, Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Alternative Recovery Solutions
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC

Qualifications

    Drug & Alcohol Counselor: John McDowell

  • Verified by Psychology Today Certificate from CCAPP John McDowell
  • In Practice for 21 Years
  • Certificate from CCAPP Board Certification and IC&RC ICADC, CADC II #A01550315 / 2014
  • Attended UCSD, International Certification ICADC, CADC II, Graduated 2003
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Internationally certified, ICADC, CADC II & Medically Assisted Treatment certified, along with 20 plus years in recovery. Raised in Group Home, then designed & operated 20 plus individual treatment facilities in CA and NV. Provided training & education to Counselors & Coaching staff.,
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 233-3632
Photo of John McDowell - Alternative Recovery Solutions, ICADC, CADC II, MATC, Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Alternative Recovery Solutions
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
"
Internationally certified, ICADC, CADC II & Medically Assisted Treatment certified, along with 20 plus years in recovery. Raised in Group Home, then designed & operated 20 plus individual treatment facilities in CA and NV. Provided training & education to Counselors & Coaching staff.,
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 233-3632
Photo of John McDowell - Alternative Recovery Solutions, ICADC, CADC II, MATC, Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Alternative Recovery Solutions
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anger Management
  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Chronic Relapse
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Abuse
  • Family Conflict
  • Life Coaching
  • Medication Management
  • Men's Issues
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Substance Abuse Assessment, Prevention
  • Substance Use
  • Superior Court Approved Provider
  • Testing and Evaluation
  • Veterans
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Using practical, person centered CBT, treatment planning and goal setting, we will design a program that will produce success. Accountability and MAT - along with individual counseling you'll find unique skills and awareness. We promote application. Also we text TIPs daily.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 233-3632
Photo of John McDowell - Alternative Recovery Solutions, ICADC, CADC II, MATC, Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Alternative Recovery Solutions
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
"
Using practical, person centered CBT, treatment planning and goal setting, we will design a program that will produce success. Accountability and MAT - along with individual counseling you'll find unique skills and awareness. We promote application. Also we text TIPs daily.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 233-3632
Photo of John McDowell - Alternative Recovery Solutions, ICADC, CADC II, MATC, Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Alternative Recovery Solutions
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Christian Counseling
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Court Approved Provider-Person Centered
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Family Systems
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Intervention
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Proactive Counseling- Daubert Assessments
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Reality Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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I enjoy working individually on a treatment plan designed by us. Frequent contact, thought generation and a workable plan produces results. CBT, person centered counseling along with family work goes far. Creativity and listening is vital as a quality counselor. Providing an Assessment helps identify issues.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 233-3632
Photo of John McDowell - Alternative Recovery Solutions, ICADC, CADC II, MATC, Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Alternative Recovery Solutions
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
"
I enjoy working individually on a treatment plan designed by us. Frequent contact, thought generation and a workable plan produces results. CBT, person centered counseling along with family work goes far. Creativity and listening is vital as a quality counselor. Providing an Assessment helps identify issues.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 233-3632
Photo of John McDowell - Alternative Recovery Solutions, ICADC, CADC II, MATC, Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Alternative Recovery Solutions
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Alternative Recovery Solutions

Serving North County

Oceanside, CA 92057

(442) 233-3632

Additional Location

North County Alano Club

4198 Mission Avenue

Oceanside, CA 92057

(442) 233-3632
"
Everyone is unique, we design individualized programs, working as a team. Your success is our ultimate goal. We provide practical tools.
Call for a free consultation now - (442) 233-3632
Photo of John McDowell - Alternative Recovery Solutions, ICADC, CADC II, MATC, Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Alternative Recovery Solutions
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC
"
Everyone is unique, we design individualized programs, working as a team. Your success is our ultimate goal. We provide practical tools.
Call for a free consultation now - (442) 233-3632
Photo of John McDowell - Alternative Recovery Solutions, ICADC, CADC II, MATC, Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Alternative Recovery Solutions
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II, MATC