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San Luis Obispo County Mental Health North Clinic

Atascadero, CA

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient MAT Dual Dx Telehealth
Specializes in Trauma-Informed Adolescent · Teen Young Adults

Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Atascadero, CA · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · Serves adolescents, trauma survivors.

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Need help choosing the right program?

Call helpline: +1 (205) 973-2878

What happens when you call

  • Free — no obligation to admit
  • Confidential — HIPAA + 42 CFR Part 2
  • Live person — no voicemail, 24/7
  • Insurance verified in minutes

Facility direct line available in the contact section below.

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Key takeaways for San Luis Obispo County Mental Health North Clinic

  • Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Private insurance
  • SAMHSA-verified facility (U.S. Treatment Locator listing)
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in Atascadero, CA

Always verify current programs, availability, and insurance in-network status directly with the facility or our contact details below.

About San Luis Obispo County Mental Health North Clinic

The San Luis Obispo County Mental Health North County Clinic, located in Atascadero, provides comprehensive behavioral health services for both adults and children. The clinic addresses various mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use disorders. San Luis Obispo County strives to provide compassionate, culturally competent care tailored to each individual's needs and offers services in Spanish, helping ensure accessibility for diverse populations.
For adults, the clinic offers outpatient treatment options such as individual and group therapy, medication management, and case management. Specialized programs include support for veterans, seniors, and individuals experiencing homelessness. The clinic also provides crisis intervention services for those in immediate need.
Children and adolescents can access services like individual and family therapy, rehabilitation, and psychiatric care. The clinic focuses on helping young individuals overcome challenges related to mental illness, trauma, and environmental stress, aiming to improve their quality of life at home, school, and in the community.

Classified as community mental health center. 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: June 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

San Luis Obispo County Mental Health North Clinic at a Glance

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA Treatment Locator.

Levels of care

Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth

Service settings

Outpatient

Therapy approaches

Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy

Age groups accepted

Children/Adolescents, Young Adults

Special populations

Young adults, Clients who have experienced trauma, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)

Medications used

Nicotine replacement, Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI

Emergency services

Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency walk-in services

Facility operation

Local, county, or community government

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Confirm in-network status before admission. Verification is free.

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Medicaid

State-administered · Nominal copay or $0

Coverage details →

Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

Coverage details →

Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

Coverage details →

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: Community Mental Health Block Grants; Medicare; Medicaid; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds

Contact & Location

Address

5575 Hospital Dr, Atascadero, CA 93422

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Facility direct line

(805) 461-6060

Photos

San Luis Obispo County Mental Health North Clinic — photo

Frequently Asked Questions

Does San Luis Obispo County Mental Health North Clinic accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, San Luis Obispo County Mental Health North Clinic accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CA Medicaid plan. Call (805) 461-6060 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does San Luis Obispo County Mental Health North Clinic offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, MAT, 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 San Luis Obispo County Mental Health North Clinic have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Clients who have experienced trauma, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does San Luis Obispo County Mental Health North Clinic use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at San Luis Obispo County Mental Health North Clinic?
Call the facility directly at (805) 461-6060 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: June 2026. Editorial policy.

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