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LGBTQ & Trans Detox Services

Detoxification is a necessary step for many addicts and alcoholics and helps assure health and safety during withdrawal. For clients needing a detox, Stepping Stone works in partnership with Pemarro Recovery Center to provide access to these critical services. 

Our staff works with you and the Pemarro staff to facilitate the intake process and works to assure an easy transition from their program to our residential or outpatient treatment programs.  

Here is some information about detoxification from the Pemarro Recovery Center:

About Pemarro

Pemarro provides short term residential detoxification services, ranging from 7-12 days, depending on the individual’s needs. The length of stay in detoxification is based on the substance used and presenting withdrawal symptoms. The goal is to stabilize each individual physically and mentally in preparation for transition into outpatient, inpatient, or residential treatment. 

Detoxification services

In order to ensure the highest likelihood of success in this critical first stage of the recovery process, Pemarro employs a multidisciplinary approach including the following:

  • Sub-Acute Medically Managed Detoxification
  • Psychiatric Assessment… Assessments (Screening, Co-occurring exam )
  • Family Counseling
  • Group Counseling
  • Individual Counseling
  • Develop Continuum of Care tailored to the individual
  • Assist in referral and transport to next level of appropriate care
  • Case Management (All Areas)

​What to Expect

Each individual seeking detoxification services will receive an initial assessment by a licensed medical provider? This is to ensure that Pemarro is able to provide the appropriate detoxification services in a non-medical setting. This assessment will also assist in creating an individual treatment plan to ensure that there is a continuum of care upon completion of detoxification at Pemarro.


Our team of licensed or certified counseling professionals takes a comprehensive approach to identify the different needs of each individual.

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Stepping Stone

Serving the LGBTQ Community
since 1976

3767 Central Avenue
San Diego CA 92105

Call: 619/278-0777

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800.855.7100 (English)
800.855.7200 (Spanish)
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Stepping Stone of San Diego is Licensed and Certified by the Department of Healthcare Services (DHCS) License and Certification Number: 370008DN Expiration Date: 05/31/2026
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