Established in 1969 as a rural residential treatment program for a handful of inner city teenagers, Remi Vista has grown and developed into a youth and family service provider with offices in six North State regions. Our many programs touch the lives of children from birth to young adulthood, families in crises including those struggling with the challenges of autism and developmental disabilities. Our services include foster care, group homes, transitional housing, school-based and clinic-based mental health services, wrap around programs, supported living for developmentally disabled adults and crisis support services for autistic children.
Services Offered
When done properly, counseling and psychotherapy have been proven to help people with the following challenges: - Depression - Anxiety - Trauma-related problems - Disruptive Behaviors - Relationship Problems
COMMUNITY COUNSELING SERVICES
Remi Vista's community counseling services program is one the essential ways we accomplish our mission. Our therapists are trained professionals in the art of psychotherapy. They are either licensed psychologists, marriage and family therapists (LMFTs), clinical social workers (LCSWs), professional clinical counselors (LPCCs), or they are registered interns who are supervised by a licensed professional. All of our therapists are trained in practices that have proven to be effective in research.
Fees and Payment
All major insurance plans are accepted. This includes Medi-Cal, Partnership Health, California Health and Wellness, Anthem Blue Cross, and Blue Shield. For those who don't have insurance, we are able to offer a sliding fee schedule based on the person's income.
Services Offered To: Adults Couples Teens Children
A community counseling agency is a group therapy practice that offers affordable mental health services. Most are independent non-profit agencies, state agencies, or publicly-funded agencies. A few may restrict who is eligible for services, so it is a good idea to check when you call.
Community counseling agencies are generally more affordable than other therapy providers, but how much more affordable they are will depend on whether you qualify for a discount or sliding scale fee (or if they accept your insurance). Many, but not all, have a policy that they won't turn away anyone due to inability to pay. You should ask about their fees when you first call.
Expect to talk to kind people who want to help you find the care you need. Most community agencies strive to connect you with a live person within 24 hours, if not immediately. If you're asked to hold or leave a message, don't give up; just leave a message and wait. You should hear back pretty quickly.
Most agencies try to set up an initial assessment appointment within a week (some do within 24 hours), though the waitlist to start therapy is usually longer—about a few weeks on average. If you're not eligible or if the agency is not right for you, it's usually still worth it to call or drop in, because staff are knowledgeable about local options and can often refer you to one.
