San Ysidro Health's Department of Behavioral Health Services (BHS) is a patient-centered, integrated primary care program dedicated to improving the mental health and well-being of our community's traditionally underserved children, adolescents, adults and older adults. We recognize the cultural, developmental, social, emotional and spiritual needs of our patients. We excel at meeting you exactly where you are in your path to health and wellness. Whether you are dealing with mood issues or substance abuse concerns or every day stress, we are here to help. Together with you and your medical providers we focus on improving your wellness. We have a professionally trained, compassionate and dedicated staff that consists of:
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Services Offered
Behavioral Health - We know that mental health problems are real, painful and can have serious consequences for the individual and loved ones. When left untreated, mental health disorders can lead to distress, relationship problems, family conflict, drug/alcohol abuse, school failure, violence, and in severe cases, suicide. We can help you address many of these conditions including: * Depression and Anxiety * Grief and Loss * Low Self-Esteem * History of Abuse / Trauma * Anger Management * Behavior Problems * ADHD * Attention and Memory Problems * Bipolar Disorder * Psychological Problems Relating to HIV/AIDS * Coping with New or Chronic Medical Conditions * Marital / Family Problems * Substance Abuse Disorders * Clinical & Health Psychologists * Child & Adult Psychiatrists * Licensed Clinical Social Workers * Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists * Case Managers * Substance Abuse Counselors * Promotoras
Because we understand that mental health disorders can interfere with the way you think, feel and act, we offer a number of services that are evidence-based, goal-directed and compassionate to assist you and/or your loved ones in achieving wellness. Our Services Offered: * Short-Term Therapy * Psychiatric Prescriptions / Medication Management * Individual, Group, Play, and Family Therapy * Couples Therapy * Case Management * Crisis Intervention * Chronic Pain Management * Psychological Assessments * Parenting Workshops * Psychoeducation * Substance Abuse Treatment * School-Based Therapy / Counseling
Fees and Payment
We are not a free clinic. San Ysidro Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center offering high quality, affordable healthcare. If you have government-issued medical insurance, such as Medi-Cal, you may qualify for medical care at no cost to you. Otherwise, you can apply for our affordable sliding scale fee discount program, or request a self-pay payment plan. Regardless of your ability to pay, San Ysidro Health will work hard to meet your medical needs. We are also a nonprofit agency.
Services Offered To: Adults Couples Teens Children
Special Groups: Bilingual
Payment: Sliding Scale Medicare Medicaid
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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.