Your Gateway to Wellness in Chula Vista
Chula Vista moves fast—Otay Ranch malls, Bonita trails, and sunsets on the marina. But mental health doesn’t check the view. Anxiety climbs even in calm neighborhoods. Depression hits even after your favorite burrito. And trauma doesn’t care if it’s Sunday brunch or school drop-off.
That’s why Alter Behavioral Health is here. Our residential mental health treatment for Chula Vista residents is nearby, accredited, and fully prepared to support you. There is no long wait or filler. There is only professional care that works.
Our homes in Irvine, Dana Point, and Capo Beach bring expert-level healing just a short drive from Chula Vista. You’re not far from change.
You’ve handled it—until you couldn’t. The wave hit mid-shift. Or at the H Street trolley stop. Panic doesn’t always knock first. Neither does grief.
Chula Vista moves, and so have you. But slowing down to heal shouldn’t feel like a failure. It’s survival.
Our residential mental health treatment near Chula Vista offers spaces that feel like shelter—real homes, not clinical boxes. We’re close enough to keep you connected, far enough to keep you grounded.
You don’t have to escape Chula Vista. You just need a reset.
We infuse calm into the environment. Because a safe space changes everything. Each of our residential facilities includes:
It isn’t punishment. It’s restoration.
You don’t have to white-knuckle through this. You also don’t need another vague suggestion. Our programs in Irvine, Dana Point, and Capo Beach serve Chula Vista residents with direction and pace.
You’ll gain tools that work when traffic hits the 805. When the kids melt down. When everything piles on.
We don’t just talk about recovery—we walk it with you. Skills, support, and clarity built to last beyond discharge.
Chula Vista deserves high-quality mental health care, not watered-down checklists. Our residential programs are less than two hours away—and we’ll handle the logistics. You don’t need to wait for a breakdown. You just need to say yes. Let’s go.
A label may explain what’s happening—but it doesn’t define who you are. At Alter, we see the whole story, not just the symptoms.
You’ll work with professionals who speak plainly and treat kindly:
Dr. Araz Tawfique, M.D.
Medical Director/Psychiatrist
Dr. Araz Tawfique, M.D. is an award-winning, Board Certified psychiatrist in La Jolla, CA with over ten years of experience working with people of diverse needs. He pursued his true passion for psychiatry and completed his psychiatric residency training at the University of Reno, Las Vegas. A San Diego native, he returned to Southern California to receive additional training in mental health, and start his private practice. His specialties are psychiatry and psychotherapy, which are techniques that facilitate a better understanding of thoughts, feelings, and motivations. His approach explores the interplay of biology, psychology, and sociology in shaping individuals and their relationships.
Dr. Tawfique’s experience includes delivering comprehensive addiction treatment at substance abuse centers in San Diego.
Medical Director / Psychiatrist
Primary Therapist
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
We don’t push people into boxes. We walk with them out of them.
Sometimes, words fall short. That’s why our therapeutic approach uses multiple modes of healing. If one method hasn’t worked, another might break through.
We offer therapy modalities like:
Healing should fit you—not the other way around.
When life is upside-down, structure is the anchor. At Alter, we don’t overwhelm you—we orient you.
Each day follows a proven rhythm, including:
It isn’t rigid. It’s restorative.
San Diego County has options. But few offer the depth of care Alter provides this close to home.
Our three licensed residential centers nearby include Irvine – calm, structured, and therapist-rich; Dana Point – coastal setting with intensive support; and Capo Beach – peaceful, private, and deeply therapeutic.
From Chula Vista, we’re close enough for easy access—far enough for a clear perspective.
Yes. Our locations are under two hours from Chula Vista, and we offer transportation.
Yes. You’ll have your room, downtime, and space to breathe.
We encourage it. Visits are scheduled and supportive—not disruptive.
We accept many local plans and verify insurance quickly.
Between 30 to 90 days, based on what works for you.
Comfortable clothes, current prescriptions, ID, and maybe a favorite book. We provide the rest.
Yes, we arrange rides to and from your facility.
You leave with a plan, resources, and real-world tools. No one walks out unprepared.
Our mission is to advance the future of mental health care through innovative, evidence-based treatments, delivering excellence, fostering human connection with unwavering compassion that empowers every individual to thrive.
34270 Pacific Coast Hwy
3rd Floor
Dana Point, CA 92629
Questions? Call now to speak confidentially with an admissions counselor.
