Kumeyaay Wellness Center (KWC)
The Kumeyaay Wellness Center (KWC) program provides services to all community members seeking support for mental health issues, substance use or abuse, or other mental/emotional wellness concerns.
Our program offers a flexible, multi-level outpatient treatment for clients, ages 13+. Outpatient treatment gives the individual an opportunity to interact in a real-world environment, while benefiting from a peer-oriented, structured therapeutic program. Client progress is assessed regularly by clinical staff based on individualized treatment goals each client develops in collaboration with their treatment provider. There is support and continuity of care throughout all stages of treatment.
Services
- Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for Adults
- Individual, Couples, and/or Family Therapy
- Group Therapy
- Culture, Crafts, and Skills Classes
- AA/NA/Wellbriety meetings
- Community Education
- Talking Circles
- Community Events
Providers
Kassandra Mason, LMFT, Director of Behavioral Health
Kassandra Mason was born and raised here in San Diego, CA. She is a Yaqui descendant through her father’s side. She is an Army Combat Veteran who participated in Operation Enduring Freedom. She received her Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from National University. Her specialties include trauma, depression, anxiety, and psychotic disorders. She is currently getting her certifications in both Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Expressive Arts Therapy. Kassandra’s philosophy is to meet her clients where they are currently at and work with them at their current level. She uses humor and genuineness to provide a safe and comfortable space for everyone. Outside of work, Kassandra enjoys music, podcasts, and is a self-identified nerd.
Rebecca Prine, LCSW, Mental Health Therapist
Rebecca Prine, born and raised in Los Angeles, has been a social worker for nearly 20 years. She spent the majority of her career working in Skid Row Los Angeles with people who were experiencing homelessness and self-medicating to manage their mental health symptoms. She specializes in Depression, Anxiety, Co-Dependency, Communication, Self-Esteem, Psychotic Disorders, and Substance Abuse. She believes all people have worth and value. Rebecca’s approach is not to push people into changing things. Rather, she takes time to explore what areas of life may not be working well and guides people in developing goals that may improve their life. She embraces harm reduction philosophies and moves at the pace of the people she works with. When she is not working, she can be found wandering through a ghost town, metal detecting, fishing, camping, and always with her side kick hound dog, Macaroni.
Julie Woochuk, ICADC, CADC-II, Chemical Dependency Counselor
Julie Woochuk was born and raised in Michigan, and moved to the San Diego, California area in July 2012. She graduated from Michigan State University in 1995 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, earned a Social Work License in the State of Michigan, and is a local and internationally certified addictions counselor. Julie has worked in the mental health and substance abuse field since 1997, educating and counseling a diverse group of clientele in various treatment settings. Outside of work, Julie appreciates the outdoors, music, art, exercise, cooking, home renovations, and spending time with her family.
Support Staff
KWC Program Assistant
Contact us today!
Phone:(619) 445-1188 ext. 210 | Fax: (619) 478-2844
Address: 8 Crestwood Road, Boulevard, CA 91905
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