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About
A Positive Alternative (APA) specializes in state-certified intensive outpatient programs that feature carefully curated gender-specific groups for men and women. Each group is limited to 6-8 participants, ensuring a tailored treatment experience. APA's mission is to connect substance use recovery with mental health support by incorporating individual therapy, family workshops, and mindfulness-based strategies, alongside naturopathic wellness practices. This evidence-based, non-12-Step methodology provides a different route to recovery by focusing on the underlying issues related to substance use and equipping individuals with the necessary skills for enduring transformation.
Participants frequently complete the program with healthier self-perceptions and meaningful relationships with fellow group members, fostering a support network that lasts beyond the rehabilitation phase. With APA's emphasis on awareness of both mental and physical health, clients acquire the tools needed to manage stress, cope with discomfort, and address triggers more effectively—crucial abilities for preventing relapse.
Treatment Focus
The center focuses on addressing issues related to substance use and mental health. Here, you will receive personalized treatment tailored to your specific needs and diagnosis, gain valuable skills for your recovery journey, and foster new relationships in a healing atmosphere.
Founded
1990
Typical Program Length
30 day
Providers Policy
To ensure personalized attention and maintain small group sizes, we have decided not to participate as an in-network provider with any insurance companies. Nonetheless, your insurance plan might offer coverage for out-of-network services, which could result in partial payment for your program.
Services & Amenities
Insurance Accepted
AetnaAnthemBlueCross BlueShieldBright HealthCareFirstCarelon Behavioral HealthCignaComPsychGuideWellHealthNetHealthPartnersHighmarkHumanaITU FundsIntermountain HealthcareKaiser PermanenteMHNMedicaidMedicareOptumOscarTricareTufts HealthUnited Healthcare
Care Options
Outpatient
Specializations
AlcoholCo-Occurring DisordersGender-SpecificMarijuanaProfessionals
Who We Treat
CouplesExecutivesLGBTQ+MenMen and WomenMild DisabilitiesProfessionalsWomen
Treatment Approaches
Evidence-BasedGender-SpecificIndividual TreatmentNon 12 Step
Therapies
1-on-1 CounselingAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral TherapyFamily TherapyGroup TherapyMeditation & MindfulnessMotivational Interviewing and Enhancement Therapy (MET)PsychoeducationSomatic Experiencing
Languages Spoken
English
Aftercare Services
Ability to Call a CounselorAftercare Group TherapyAftercare Recovery CoachFamily Follow-up CounselingFollow-up Sessions (in-person)Return VisitsSupport MeetingsSupport Meetings (on-site)
Substances We Treat
AlcoholCo-Occurring DisordersDrug AddictionMarijuana
Conditions We Treat
AngerAnxietyBipolarBurnoutDepressionPost Traumatic Stress DisorderStressTrauma
Amenities
Access to NatureGardensInternet AccessWalking Trails
Activities
BikingFarming, Gardening
Location
Location
4649 Sunnyside Ave N Suite 200, Seattle, WA, 98103











