Lake Whatcom Center - Baker Creek Facility

Lake Whatcom Center – Baker Creek Facility, located in Bellingham, Washington, is a residential treatment facility that provides 24/7 clinical support for individuals experiencing co-occurring mental illness and substance use disorders. The program operates at a Residential Treatment level of care and offers integrated services such as Assessment, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), and Counseling. Additional services include Motivational Interventions and structured support designed to help individuals develop practical skills for recovery and daily living within a clinically supervised environment.

The facility incorporates a Recovery Model and Holistic Approach to care, emphasizing individualized treatment planning and self-awareness throughout the recovery process. Evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), EMDR Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care are utilized to address underlying mental illness and substance use disorders. Through a combination of therapeutic engagement and supportive services, Baker Creek helps individuals build resilience, strengthen recovery skills, and work toward long-term stability and improved quality of life.