THE ALPAS DIFFERENCE. Alpas — (verb) A Tagalog word whose English translation is 1) To become free, untied; 2) To break loose. Alpas La Plata delivers pioneering residential treatment and support services for patients and families facing substance use disorders and behavioral health concerns. We offer a uniquely reimagined combination of personalized traditional and alternative holistic approaches to mind-body healing. A fully licensed and accredited wellness center located in suburban Charles County, MD, Alpas La Plata offers a selection of thoughtfully crafted, custom short-term, long-term, and telehealth treatment options to meet your personal recovery needs. Our distinctive residential units feature private nurses stations, a community kitchen, furnished lounge spaces, and more.