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Albany Cnty Dept for Children Yth Fam Childrens Mental Health Services

Albany, NY

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient Dual Dx Telehealth

Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Albany, NY · Accepts Medicaid · Private · Serves adolescents.

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Direct line to Albany Cnty Dept for Child...: 518-447-4550

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About Albany Cnty Dept for Children Yth Fam Childrens Mental Health Services

County outpatient mental health facility for children, adolescents, & young adults with therapy, case management, crisis intervention, & suicide prevention services.

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. local, county, or community government. Primary focus: mental health treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)
Facility operation
Local, county, or community government

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: County or local government funds; Medicaid; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds

Contact & Location

Address

260 South Pearl Street, Albany, NY 12202

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Facility direct line

518-447-4550

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Albany Cnty Dept for Children Yth Fam Childrens Mental Health Services accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Albany Cnty Dept for Children Yth Fam Childrens Mental Health Services accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific NY Medicaid plan. Call 518-447-4550 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Albany Cnty Dept for Children Yth Fam Childrens Mental Health Services offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Albany Cnty Dept for Children Yth Fam Childrens Mental Health Services have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does Albany Cnty Dept for Children Yth Fam Childrens Mental Health Services use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Albany Cnty Dept for Children Yth Fam Childrens Mental Health Services?
Call the facility directly at 518-447-4550 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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