PRI Protected Roots Integrative (PRI) Treatment Center is a mental health facility in San Diego.

This Pride Month, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and authenticity of the LGBTQ+ community. 🏳️‍🌈 Pride is about h...
06/07/2026

This Pride Month, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and authenticity of the LGBTQ+ community. 🏳️‍🌈 Pride is about honoring every individual’s right to be seen, heard, and accepted for who they are. While Pride is a celebration, it’s also a reminder of the importance of creating safe, supportive spaces where everyone can thrive.

At our program, we are committed to fostering an environment of inclusivity, respect, and belonging for all teens and young adults. Mental health care should be affirming, compassionate, and accessible to everyone. This month and every month, we stand with the LGBTQ+ community and celebrate the courage it takes to live authentically. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

Young adulthood can be an exciting time, but it can also come with intense pressure, uncertainty, and emotional exhausti...
06/01/2026

Young adulthood can be an exciting time, but it can also come with intense pressure, uncertainty, and emotional exhaustion. Burnout in young adults often goes beyond simply feeling “stressed”. It can impact motivation, relationships, executive functioning, self-esteem, and the ability to manage everyday responsibilities. Major transitions like college, independent living, changing social dynamics, and increased academic or work expectations can leave many young adults feeling overwhelmed or stuck. Recognizing these signs early can help young adults access the support, coping skills, and connection they need to move forward 🎓🤎

At our young adult specific IOP/PHP program, we support clients ages 18–26 who are struggling with anxiety, depression, burnout, executive functioning difficulties, failure to launch, and challenges related to major life transitions. Through individualized treatment, process groups, psychiatric support, mindfulness and recreational therapies, and skills-based support, we help young adults build confidence, emotional regulation, healthy coping strategies, and stronger interpersonal skills. Our program provides a supportive community where young adults can feel understood while working toward greater independence, stability, and long-term wellness.

Creativity can be such a powerful tool for self-expression, connection, and emotional processing.Some of the amazing air...
05/29/2026

Creativity can be such a powerful tool for self-expression, connection, and emotional processing.
Some of the amazing air dry clay creations and LEGO figures made by our clients recently have included everything from adorable My Little Pony characters (a special interest shared by many of our patients 🦄) to imaginative original creations full of personality and meaning.

In one of our Art Therapy groups, several clients also created representations of their “inner critic” using air dry clay - giving shape to the negative thoughts, self-judgment, or harsh inner voices they’ve been working to better understand and challenge. Externalizing these thoughts through art can help create space for reflection, self-compassion, and healing.

We love seeing how creativity shows up in so many different ways within our program 💙

Welcome back, Cascade! 🎉We are beyond excited to have Cascade rejoining our team at Protected Roots Integrative Treatmen...
05/26/2026

Welcome back, Cascade! 🎉
We are beyond excited to have Cascade rejoining our team at Protected Roots Integrative Treatment Center. Cascade’s energy, heart, and dedication to supporting adolescents in their mental health journeys is truly something special. Beyond the work itself, her positivity and kindness are a gift to everyone she works with. 💛

PRI is so lucky to have her on our team, and we look forward to watching her continued growth!

Join us in celebrating Maia’s 1-year anniversary at PRI Treatment Center!! 🎉When reflecting on her first year at PRI, Ma...
05/23/2026

Join us in celebrating Maia’s 1-year anniversary at PRI Treatment Center!! 🎉
When reflecting on her first year at PRI, Maia shares, “Over the past year at PRI, I have been so grateful to grow both personally and professionally while being surrounded by such an amazing team. Working with our patients has strengthened my passion for helping others and creating a positive, supportive environment where people feel seen and cared for. I truly love being part of a workplace that values compassion, connection, and teamwork, and I’m thankful for all of the experiences and relationships that have made this past year so special!”
We are so proud of the positivity, compassion, and dedication Maia brings to PRI each and every day. Super excited for her to bring this same energy into her continued education at University of San Diego in their Marital and Family Therapy program. Her bubbly personality, warm energy, and constant smile brighten the environment for both our patients and staff alike — it’s impossible not to adore her! 💛

Thank you, Maia, for all of the joy, kindness, and support you bring to our team. We are so lucky to have you at PRI and cannot wait to see all the amazing things ahead for you!

We’re excited to announce that our ADHD Intensive Program for children ages 10–13 is returning this summer at Protected ...
05/20/2026

We’re excited to announce that our ADHD Intensive Program for children ages 10–13 is returning this summer at Protected Roots Integrative Treatment Center 🌿

This first-of-its-kind program is specifically designed for younger neurodiverse children and their families, with a strong focus on:
✨ Executive functioning coaching
✨ Emotional regulation
✨ Distress tolerance
✨ Grounding skills
✨ Frustration tolerance
✨ Time management & communication skills

Our multi-modal treatment model includes three 1-hour sessions, 3 days a week, over 6 weeks of specialized support tailored to children with ADHD and related challenges.

🗓 Summer 2026 Dates: June 8th – July 31st
📍 La Jolla, CA
📞 Spots are available now — call to learn more: (858) 295-1815 ext. 1 for admissions

We also provide caregiver support through Parenting Behavioral Treatment groups to help families better understand ADHD, strengthen communication, and advocate for their child both at home and within the school system.

This is a truly unique opportunity for younger children to build lifelong coping, regulation, and executive functioning skills in a supportive and engaging environment.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! This month serves as a reminder that healing isn’t linear, and no one should have ...
05/18/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! This month serves as a reminder that healing isn’t linear, and no one should have to navigate it alone. For adolescents and young adults, having a safe space to be seen, heard, and supported can make all the difference.

This month and every month, we’re committed to breaking the stigma around mental health and encouraging honest conversations about emotional wellness. Asking for help is a sign of strength, and support is always within reach 💚🤍🤎

Join us in celebrating Allie’s 1-year at PRI Treatment Center!! When asking Allie to reflect on her year at PRI, she say...
05/15/2026

Join us in celebrating Allie’s 1-year at PRI Treatment Center!! When asking Allie to reflect on her year at PRI, she says “Over the past year at PRI, I have had the opportunity to further develop my passion for social work, case management, and integrated behavioral health care. My commitment to this field has always been rooted in advocating for comprehensive, patient-centered treatment and ensuring individuals receive the holistic level of care they deserve. As an aspiring Licensed Clinical Social Worker, this role has provided invaluable clinical exposure, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional growth that continue to shape my understanding of ethical, compassionate, and effective mental health care. I am incredibly grateful to PRI for investing in my development and for creating an environment that has challenged me to grow both personally and professionally over the past year!” We are so proud of the hard work, dedication, and passion Allie has exuded on a daily basis to support the patients and staff. Also - join us in congratulating Allie on graduating from UCSD this spring!! 🎓🎓

We can’t wait for Allie’s future at PRI, and look forward to her transition to working in Community Outreach soon. Way to go Allie, we are so proud of you and are lucky to have you on our team 💚🤎🤍

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05/14/2026

Our team at PRI Treatment Center had an incredible time exhibiting at the CICAMH 2026 Conference!! It was wonderful connecting with mental health professionals from all over, and learning about the unique services offered throughout San Diego County. Attending a conference with individuals who share a passion for child and adolescent mental health is empowering and allows our team to reflect on the important work we do for our community.

Not to mention - it was so much fun giving away our wellness gift baskets filled with sensory toys, coloring books, sweet treats, and calming tools. 🖍️🍬📔

We look forward to attending next year’s conference, and continuing to connect with the providers, clinicians, students, doctors, and professors we had the opportunity to meet this last week!

April 29th is Denim Day!👖👖 Our team at PRI Treatment Center showed up in their best denim outfits to support, honor, and...
04/30/2026

April 29th is Denim Day!👖👖 Our team at PRI Treatment Center showed up in their best denim outfits to support, honor, and raise awareness for the victims of sexual assault and protest victim-blaming associated with sexual violence.

Sexual violence of any nature is NEVER the victim’s fault, regardless of what the individual is wearing or how they present themselves.

Address

7817 Herschel Avenue #101/102
San Diego, CA
92037

Opening Hours

Monday 2pm - 8:30pm
Tuesday 2pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday 2pm - 8:30pm
Thursday 2pm - 8:30pm
Friday 2pm - 8:30pm

Telephone

+18582951815

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