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San Luis Obispo South County Youth Mental Health

Arroyo Grande, CA

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

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

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About San Luis Obispo South County Youth Mental Health

South County Youth Mental Health Services, located in Arroyo Grande, offers comprehensive mental health care for children and adolescents. The clinic addresses various conditions, including depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use and behavioral concerns. South County accepts MediCal and offers services in Spanish, helping ensure accessibility for diverse populations.
The clinic provides a range of services, such as individual and family therapy, rehabilitation, case management, and psychiatric care. These programs aim to help young individuals and their families achieve a better quality of life at home, school, and in the community. The clinic emphasizes culturally competent, strength-based, and family-centered approaches to support recovery and personal growth.

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

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

Full 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

354 South Halcyon Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

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Facility direct line

(805) 473-7060

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does San Luis Obispo South County Youth Mental Health accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, San Luis Obispo South County Youth Mental Health accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CA Medicaid plan. Call (805) 473-7060 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does San Luis Obispo South County Youth Mental Health 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 South County Youth Mental Health 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 South County Youth Mental Health 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 South County Youth Mental Health?
Call the facility directly at (805) 473-7060 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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