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Behavioral Health Services and Resources

Provides services for residents who are on Medi-Cal or are uninsured including children, youth, families, adults and older adults, for the prevention, early intervention, and treatment of mental illness and/or substance use conditions.

Mission

We provide prevention, treatment and recovery services to inspire hope, resiliency and connection with others to enhance the lives of those affected by mental health and/or substance use challenges.  We are dedicated to advancing health and social equity for all people in San Mateo County and for all communities.  We are committed to being an organization that values inclusion and equity for all. 

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Access Call Center

Open 24/7 for assistance:

Toll Free: (800) 686-0101

Services 

  • Outpatient, inpatient, residential, rehabilitation, detoxification, medicated assisted treatment, and other services for individuals who are eligible for Medi-Cal 

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  • Services are provided by mental health clinicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, alcohol and drug counselors, peers, and others

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Care for the whole person with compassion and respect for your cultural values. Our goal is to help you achieve and maintain long term health, wellness and recovery, and to foster healthy families and communities.

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Get Help

STEP 1: To get help for yourself or a loved one, start by calling Behavioral Health and Recovery Services’ Access Call Center.   (800) 686-0101

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STEP 2: A trained professional will ask you questions to help find the right care for you.

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STEP 3: You will receive a referral to an appropriate mental health and/or substance use treatment provider.

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We serve San Mateo County residents with Medi-Cal and individuals who are uninsured with clinics located in:

  • Daly City

  • San Mateo 

  • Half Moon Bay

  • Redwood City

  • East Palo Alto

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Is my Insurance Accepted?

BHRS serves Health Plan of San Mateo members with the following plans: Medi-Cal, CareAdvantange, County ACE, HealthWorx and residents who do not have any insurance. 

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Privately insured? Contact your carrier to learn about coverage options and mental health services available to you through your health insurance plan.

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Other ways to Apply

Outpatient providers can complete and fax completed Behavioral Health Referral Form

Client & Family Welcome Information

Behavioral Health Programs and Services Directory

Directory includes San Mateo County Programs, Contracted Behavioral Health Agencies, and Private Providers contracted with BHRS. Both Mental Health and Substance Use Service Providers and Programs 

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Assistance during Recovery

Office of Consumer & Family Affairs can help if you are currently receiving services at BHRS

  • Guidance through the BHRS system

  • Find out how to get services and benefits for which you are eligible

  • Obtain information about support and resources available to consumers/ clients and family members, including wellness centers and peer‐run organizations

  • Express and resolve any concerns or prob‐ lems about your individual rights, includ‐ ing filing a grievance about the services you receive from a BHRS provider

Office of Consumer and Family Affairs

Call: (800) 388-5189

Email: ocfa@co.sanmateo.ca.us

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