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Sanctuary Psychiatric Centers' Programs

Sanctuary Psychiatric Centers of Santa Barbara is a not-for-profit agency offering a unique continuum of treatment options for emotionally disabled adults, ages 18-59. Founded in 1976 as Sanctuary House of Santa Barbara Inc., a residential treatment facility, the agency gradually expanded services to meet the broad range of client needs. Comprehensive programming and ongoing follow-up services provide superior, individualized support and treatment.

Sanctuary Psychiatric Centers treatment options include the following:

• Sanctuary House, a residential treatment facility for persons experiencing an acute episode of mental illness.
• Satellite Program, a transitional support service to enable clients to successfully move into an independent living setting when they no longer need the intensive structure of a residential treatment facility.
• Graduate Program, a residential facility for graduates of Sanctuary House that provides a maximum of independence while still providing therapeutic structure and support.
• Supported Independent Living Program, large residential facilities that, like the Graduate House, provides a maximum of independence combined with therapeutic structure and support.
• In-Home Supportive Services Program, a program that provides support and assistance to persons who are living independently but who still need a minimal amount of support to maintain healthy functioning in the community.
• Outpatient Services, a program that offers three levels of Day Services. The components are Partial Hospitalization, Day Treatment, and Socialization/Recreational Activities. This program is open to people within all of the Sanctuary Psychiatric Centers' programs and to people living in the community.
• DBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, an outpatient program helping individuals dealing with a mixture of mood, anxiety and characterological issues by supporting them to change their severe impulsive or out of control behavior patterns.  This comprehensive treatment has been proven effective for chronically suicidal and parasuicidal (self-harming) individuals who meet the criteria for BPD, as well as clients dealing with anxiety and depression..
• Co-Occurring Disorders Program, a program of services offered to all Sanctuary Psychiatric Centers' clients and to Dually Diagnosed persons in the community. This program serves the needs of Dually Diagnosed clients by providing therapy, support, and education geared toward substance abuse combined with mental illness.
• Vocational Counseling Services, a program of services provided to all Sanctuary Psychiatric Centers' clients. This program assists individuals in obtaining the skills necessary to once again become viable contributing members of the community.
• Family Counseling Services, a service that is available to all Sanctuary Psychiatric Centers' clients to promote improved functioning and communications within the family system.

These programs are designed to meet a variety of clinical needs ranging from intensive, structured treatment to independent living with a minimum of therapeutic supervision and support. In addition to its wide range of treatment programs, Sanctuary Psychiatric Centers is also the developer and distributor of CHARTMAN patient charting software.

LOCATION

Santa Barbara's beautiful natural surroundings and ideal climate offer a variety of recreational activities throughout the year, such as picnicking, swimming and sailing, walking on the beach, hiking through wooded canyon trails, bicycling on city bike paths, and nearby overnight camping. City parks, the public library, and the business district are within walking distance of the facilities.

Numerous educational opportunities are available in Santa Barbara: Santa Barbara City College, Adult Continuing Education, University of California at Santa Barbara, UCSB Extension, Regional Occupational Program and Vocational Training programs.

REFERRALS

Referrals are made to Sanctuary Psychiatric Centers' treatment programs by physicians, psychologists, therapists, families, hospitals and insurance companies from all over the world. Feel free to contact us by email at webmaster@spcsb.org, by conventional mail at the address below, or by phone at (805) 569-2785. We will be glad to provide you with a comprehensive information packet.

ADMISSIONS

The admissions process includes a personal interview with the prospective client and family members. It is recommended that the applicant visit the program for a few hours. This allows the prospective client to participate in activities and interact with other clients.

A $1000.00 deposit is required to guarantee placement.

For more information and schedule of fees, contact:

Director of Clinical Services
Sanctuary Psychiatric Centers of Santa Barbara
P. O. Box 551
Santa Barbara, CA 93102
(805) 569-2785

Sanctuary Psychiatric Centers believes that treatment and relationships do not end at the date of departure; former clients are always welcome to return for encouragement, friendship and a helping hand.

Sanctuary Psychiatric Centers of Santa Barbara is licensed by the California Department of Social Services, and is accredited by the State of California Department of Mental Health. It is a member of the California Council of Community Mental Health Agencies, the International Association of Psychosocial Rehabilitation Service Agencies, and the National Community Mental Healthcare Council.

Sanctuary Psychiatric Centers of Santa Barbara
Post Office Box 551
Santa Barbara, CA 93102
(805) 569-2785