MultiCare Behavioral Health is the largest mental health provider in the state of Washington, offering services throughout Pierce and King counties. We want you to know that mental health challenges are common. They can happen to anyone. They can be treated. And we're here to help.
MultiCare Behavioral Health's comprehensive range of services in Pierce and South King counties includes programs tailored to meet the needs of:
Children and families: We specialize in helping families help their children address problems of mood, behavior, relationships and trauma so they can reach normal developmental milestones. Learn more about programs for children and families.
Adults: From relieving symptoms of depression and anxiety to overcoming stressful events and relationships to breaking the cycle of substance dependence and addiction, we help adults take back control of their lives. Learn more about programs for adults.
Adults living with chronic mental health conditions: We offer wide range of community support services to help people manage symptoms and live successfully in their community. Learn more about programs our Adult Community Support Services program.
Older adults: We help individuals over 60 years old maximize their wellness and independence. We also deliver personalized memory and emotional care through a dedicated inpatient program. Learn more about our programs for older adults.
A wide range of behavioral health services are offered in King County by MultiCare's affiliate organization, Navos. Visit the Navos website to learn more about Navos, its programs and its long legacy of serving the mental health needs of our region.
Fees and Payment
At MultiCare, we will always provide medical care to you and your family regardless of your ability to pay. We're committed to serving all patients, including those who lack health insurance coverage, or who cannot pay for all or part of the essential care they receive. This is a non-profit agency.
Services Offered To: Adults Couples Teens Children
Special Groups: Faith-Based LGBTQ
Payment: Sliding Scale
Were You Able To Make an Appointment?
One quick last question. Who was seeking counseling today?
Do you know the reason they are not accepting clients?
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.
