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About Us

Mission Statement

Licasa Treatment Center’s mission is to be exceptional in providing quality, comprehensive, and accessible care for men and women navigating mental health challenges, behavioral health needs, and unwanted behaviors. We are a social welfare organization dedicated to guiding individuals toward sustained wellness and emotional resilience. Licasa Treatment Center believes that holistic mental health care and personalized support are interconnected. We understand that meaningful relationships counteract isolation and despair, and we are committed to fostering growth and healing in every life we touch.

Philosophy

 

At Licasa Treatment Center, our programs empower men and women to cultivate relationships rooted in safety, trust, and authenticity. The heart of our philosophy is to help individuals reconnect with themselves through compassion and self-acceptance. Our therapeutic partnerships nurture creativity, connection, stability, and emotional well-being. These bonds serve as the foundation for rebuilding not only your sense of self but also your relationships with family and community. Licasa Treatment Center offers a supportive, empathetic environment where open communication fosters healthy emotional attachments and lasting positive change.

Licasa Treatment Center serves those dedicated to improving their mental health and overall quality of life. We support clients in reintegrating into daily responsibilities, including work, family, and community engagement. Our goals include enhancing coping strategies, expanding life skills, facilitating job readiness, and ensuring continuity of care. Each client and family receives a tailored plan from our expert team, designed to create a secure roadmap toward stability, fulfilling relationships, and a future grounded in pride and purpose.

Program Description

Licasa Treatment Center offers outpatient and intensive outpatient mental health services for adults aged 18 and older. Our structured, substance-free environment hosts daily groups led by licensed clinicians, featuring psychoeducational insights, therapeutic discussions, and practical strategies for sustainable wellness. These sessions are designed to equip individuals with tools to thrive in their personal, professional, and social lives.

Upon admission, each client collaborates with a dedicated therapist and interdisciplinary specialists to address their unique needs and circumstances. Our diverse team provides a wide range of services to ensure holistic care. Licasa Treatment Center’s core program integrates evidence-based clinical practices with a dynamic therapeutic curriculum, tailored to meet the individualized goals of each person. Recognizing that no two journeys are alike, we craft personalized treatment plans in partnership with clients and their families, ensuring alignment with their specific aspirations and challenges.

Our Dedicated Team

Maria Arellano, RADT
Operations Manager

Maria has worked in the behavioral health field for over 8 years in inpatient, outpatient, and sober living settings helping those who struggle with mental health and addiction. Maria has extensive experience as a behavioral tech and holding leadership positions providing operational oversight of treatment facilities. Maria is also skilled in group facilitation and case management helping  those in need reintegrate back into the community.   Maria has a passion for helping those in need and shows dedication and commitment to helping individuals get their life back on track.

Bill Heatley, SUDCC CASE MANAGER / GROUP FACILITATOR

Bill is a graduate of Indiana Wesleyan University with a Bachelor of Science in Addiction Counseling and a Master of Arts in Addiction Counseling. He specializes in co-occurring conditions with an emphasis on substance use treatment utilizing a broad range of modalities. Bill has been working in the treatment field for several years in a number of care settings (residential and outpatient) and enjoys helping people move toward holistic and sustainable health and well-being. He has extensive business experience which he leverages to help clients with life skills, investment, and work skills (resume writing, interview, and job acquisition).