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Santa Barbara Children's Mental Health Services

Alexandria, VA

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in Alexandria, VA.

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About Santa Barbara Children's Mental Health Services

Santa Barbara County Department of Behavioral Wellness offers mental health services for children who are Medi-Cal beneficiaries. They offer therapeutic services in Spanish and English to children struggling with emotional disturbances and/or substance use disorders. They run an access line that is available 24/7 where interested parties can call for more information.

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.

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Contact & Location

Address

8119 Holland Rd, Alexandria, VA 22306

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Facility direct line

(888) 868-1649.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Santa Barbara Children's Mental Health Services accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (888) 868-1649. directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other VA centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Santa Barbara Children's Mental Health Services offer?
Does Santa Barbara Children's Mental Health Services have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Santa Barbara Children's Mental Health Services use?
Specific therapy approaches are not listed in SAMHSA data. Contact the facility for clinical details.
How do I start treatment at Santa Barbara Children's Mental Health Services?
Call the facility directly at (888) 868-1649. 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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