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Santa Clara County Department of Alcohol/Drug Service

San Jose, CA

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient MAT Telehealth

Outpatient · MAT · Telehealth center · in San Jose, CA · Accepts Medicaid · Serves adolescents, trauma survivors.

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About Santa Clara County Department of Alcohol/Drug Service

The Santa Clara County Department of Alcohol and Drug Services at 151 West Mission Street offers outpatient treatment for individuals managing both mental health and substance use challenges. Licensed and pre-licensed clinicians, along with Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselors, deliver these services. Peer mentors with lived experience provide additional support, guidance, Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) vouchers, and connections to community resources. Many staff speak Spanish and other common community languages to ensure culturally responsive care.
This site also hosts the Reentry Resource Center, which supports individuals returning to the community. Services include behavioral health support, primary healthcare, social services assistance such as Medi-Cal and housing, and connections to faith-based programs. The center operates the Mission Street Recovery Station, a 24-hour voluntary sobering and crisis stabilization facility to reduce emergency visits and support recovery.

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. local, county, or community government. 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 · MAT · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Young adults, 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)
Medications used
Haloperidol, Aripiprazole, Cariprazine, Clozapine, Lurasidone, Olanzapine, Paliperidone, Quetiapine, Risperidone, Ziprasidone + 1 more
Recovery supports
Mentoring/peer support
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: County or local government funds; Community Mental Health Block Grants; Medicaid; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds

Contact & Location

Address

1650 Las Plumas Avenue, San Jose, CA 95133

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Facility direct line

(408) 535-4280

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Santa Clara County Department of Alcohol/Drug Service accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Santa Clara County Department of Alcohol/Drug Service accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CA Medicaid plan. Call (408) 535-4280 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Santa Clara County Department of Alcohol/Drug Service offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, MAT, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Mental health treatment.
Does Santa Clara County Department of Alcohol/Drug Service have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, 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 Santa Clara County Department of Alcohol/Drug Service use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Santa Clara County Department of Alcohol/Drug Service?
Call the facility directly at (408) 535-4280 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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