Encompass is a nonprofit organization with about 40 programs county-wide providing services in behavioral health, family and social well-being, early childhood education, housing, and more.
As the largest community-based nonprofit in the county with a rich history, we know living a healthy life includes access to positive social, economic and educational opportunities. We exist to create pathways toward equity in these areas while serving our neighbors with compassion and dignity.
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Services Offered
Outpatient Treatment Programs
Outpatient treatment services help people to establish a satisfying life without alcohol or other addictive drugs, improve the their ability to function, and address the medical and social complications of drug abuse. Our programs are designed to assist clients in acquiring the skills needed for long lasting recovery from addictions as well as offer strategies to resolve legal, social, and family issues stemming from alcohol and drug abuse.
ALTO Counseling Center in both North and South County offers a variety of outpatient treatment Services Offered:* Individual and group chemical dependency counseling * Aftercare and relapse prevention counseling * Drug and alcohol abuse education * Court-related services including * Anger Management A 12-week evidence-based curriculum that has been designed to help participants increase personal awareness and reduce stress (offered in both North and South County in English and Spanish)
Youth Counseling
Youth Services counseling is personalized to meet the individual needs of youth and to enhance the strengths and assets of each family. We provide individual, group and family counseling for youth and families facing the challenges that arise in the process of growing up.
Fees and Payment
No fee for youth who have full-scope Medi-Cal insurance. $60 or less per session based on a sliding scale for qualified families.
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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.