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Alta Counseling and Testing

Tacoma, WA

SAMHSA Verified IOP

IOP center · in Tacoma, WA · Accepts Medicaid · Private · Serves veterans.

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About Alta Counseling and Testing

Private outpatient center providing substance use disorder counseling, group therapy, and specialized programs for DUI clients and military members.

Private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment.

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
IOP
Service settings
Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches
Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, 12-step facilitation
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Adult women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

Full list from SAMHSA: Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

1712 6th Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98405

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Facility direct line

253-473-7586

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Alta Counseling and Testing accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Alta Counseling and Testing accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific WA Medicaid plan. Call 253-473-7586 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Alta Counseling and Testing offer?
This facility offers: IOP. Service settings include: Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment.
Does Alta Counseling and Testing have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adult women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients.
What therapy methods does Alta Counseling and Testing use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at Alta Counseling and Testing?
Call the facility directly at 253-473-7586 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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