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El Centro de Amistad West Valley

Canoga Park, CA

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient Telehealth

Outpatient · Telehealth center · in Canoga Park, CA · Accepts Medicaid · Serves adolescents, seniors, trauma survivors.

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About El Centro de Amistad West Valley

El Centro de Amistad (ECDA) provides culturally competent mental health services for children, adults, and families, focusing on underserved Latino communities. Their comprehensive approach includes outpatient therapy, school-linked programs, and field-based services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. By integrating evidence-based practices, ECDA addresses issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral challenges. They also prioritize building trust and empowerment within families to promote long-term healing and stability.
In addition to therapy, ECDA emphasizes early intervention and community support to reduce barriers to mental health care. Programs such as parenting workshops, caregiver training, and crisis intervention help individuals and families develop coping skills and resilience. Their outreach efforts extend to addressing social determinants like poverty and substance abuse, ensuring holistic care. Through personalized treatment plans and community resources, ECDA fosters growth, mental well-being, and hope for a healthier future.

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: 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 · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Recovery supports
Mentoring/peer support
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

Full list from SAMHSA: County or local government funds; Medicaid; Other State funds; 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

7038 Owensmouth Avenue, Canoga Park, CA 91303

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Facility direct line

818-347-8565

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does El Centro de Amistad West Valley accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, El Centro de Amistad West Valley accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CA Medicaid plan. Call 818-347-8565 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does El Centro de Amistad West Valley offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Mental health treatment.
Does El Centro de Amistad West Valley have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI).
What therapy methods does El Centro de Amistad West Valley use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at El Centro de Amistad West Valley?
Call the facility directly at 818-347-8565 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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