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Caminar - San Jose Family & Children Services

Palo Alto, CA

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Palo Alto, CA · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare.

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About Caminar - San Jose Family & Children Services

Caminar in San Jose provides a full spectrum of mental health and substance use services for all age groups, including children and teens. They address challenges such as emotional distress, addiction, trauma, and interpersonal conflicts. Offerings include everything from one-on-one sessions to more structured outpatient care, all delivered with culturally sensitive, individualized support.
Their team uses proven methods like CBT, talk therapy, and psychiatric support. Clients gain access to medication management, trauma-informed care, and essential life skills development. These tools promote healing, strengthen emotional resilience, and support healthier relationships.
Caminar’s unique offerings include assistance for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing individuals, classroom-based trauma education, and violence prevention initiatives. They also provide affirming support for LGBTQ+ clients and amplify lived experiences through their Speakers Bureau. Appointments are required for most offerings, with the exception of select drop-in group sessions.

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use 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 · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Young adults, Adult women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
Medications used
Buprenorphine with naloxone, Naltrexone (oral), Nicotine replacement
Recovery supports
Housing services
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

Full list from SAMHSA: Medicare; Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

375 Cambridge Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94306

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Facility direct line

(408) 292-9353

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Caminar - San Jose Family & Children Services accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Caminar - San Jose Family & Children Services accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CA Medicaid plan. Call (408) 292-9353 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Caminar - San Jose Family & Children Services offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Caminar - San Jose Family & Children Services have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Adult women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders.
What therapy methods does Caminar - San Jose Family & Children Services use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling.
How do I start treatment at Caminar - San Jose Family & Children Services?
Call the facility directly at (408) 292-9353 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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