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Behavioral Health Services of Racine County

Racine, WI

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Racine, WI · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · Serves adolescents, seniors.

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About Behavioral Health Services of Racine County

Providing outpatient mental health and substance use services, BHS ensures that individuals receive the support they need to achieve mental and emotional well-being. Licensed mental health and substance use counselors assist individuals through evaluations, psychotherapy, and counseling. BHS offers brief screenings, an OWI Driver Program, and CCS Program.
Specialized services are also available for individuals with serious mental illnesses, such as psychotic disorders, which may not be accessible in the private sector. The cost of services is determined on a sliding scale based on an individual's ability to pay, ensuring that financial constraints do not become a barrier to receiving care.
Mental health is a critical component of overall wellness, so BHS provides anonymous and confidential brief screenings to help one determine if they would benefit from professional services. Following the screening, individuals will see their results, recommendations, and key resources.
Racine County residents convicted of Operating While Intoxicated must schedule and complete an OWI assessment within 72 hours of conviction. Call BHS of Racine County any time between 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, to schedule an assessment. After the assessment, the individual receives a Driver Safety Plan to help reduce drinking and driving behavior.
For Kenosha or Racine residents with a mental health or substance use diagnosis and eligible for Medicaid or BadgerCare, the Kenosha Racine Regional Consortium Comprehensive Community Services, or CCS, provides community-based, psychosocial services. CCS uses a person-centered approach to build on individual strengths and help people in their recovery journeys.

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. local, county, or community government. Primary focus: substance use treatment, mental health 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
Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Medications used
Chlorpromazine, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Loxapine, Perphenazine, Pimozide, Prochlorperazine, Thiothixene, Trifluoperazine, Aripiprazole + 15 more
Emergency services
Crisis intervention team
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; Community Mental Health Block Grants; Medicare; Medicaid; Other State funds; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

1717 Taylor Avenue, Racine, WI 53403

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Facility direct line

(262) 638-6548

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Behavioral Health Services of Racine County accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Behavioral Health Services of Racine County accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific WI Medicaid plan. Call (262) 638-6548 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Behavioral Health Services of Racine County offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Behavioral Health Services of Racine County have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Behavioral Health Services of Racine County use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Behavioral Health Services of Racine County?
Call the facility directly at (262) 638-6548 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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