Behavioral Health and Recovery Services., Mental Health Services Division., Administration

San Mateo County Health System

Administers the mental health services provided by the county to San Mateo County residents.

Description:

Administers five regional mental health clinics for adults and decentralized children's services, and a residential treatment facility including mental health services to youth involved in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. Contracts for other specialized services administered by private nonprofit agencies. Services administered include crisis services, inpatient and outpatient clinical services for adults, adolescents and children, and community support services. For Medi-Cal clients, county mental health administers the mental health managed care plan. The plan authorizes all Medi-Cal mental health services in the county.

Location

Public Transit:

SAMTRANS stops within 1 block.

Service Options

Languages Spoken:

French
Italian
Mandarin
Spanish
Tagalog

Accessibility Options:

Disabled Parking
Disabled Restroom
Elevator
Ramp
Wheelchair

Services

Fees:

Vary according to income and service. Cash, checks, Medicare, Medi-Cal and private insurance accepted.

Audience:

Adults, older adults and children with mental health needs

Eligibility:

San Mateo County resident

How to Apply:

Call the Access Team at 800-686-0101 for mental health services.

Service Wait Estimate:

Same day for phone contact; appointment for assessment if appropriate within 5-7 days.

Service Areas:

San Mateo County