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Waymakers Huntington Beach Youth Shelter

Huntington Beach, CA

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient Telehealth

Inpatient · Telehealth center · in Huntington Beach, CA · Accepts Medicaid · Private · Serves adolescents.

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About Waymakers Huntington Beach Youth Shelter

Waymakers Huntington Beach Youth Shelter supports children and adolescents with mental health challenges. They offer shelter and support for individuals experiencing homelessness, abuse, and other difficulties. Their goal is to guide these young individuals towards a safer, more stable life, enabling them to overcome current challenges.
Waymakers provides a kind and healing environment with individual, group, and family counseling, helping individuals gain emotional stability, problem-solving skills, and important life skills. Their support helps young people build healthy habits and coping mechanisms. They offer unique programs like immediate shelter for adolescents with mental health concerns as an alternative to hospitalization, and a nurturing home for runaway and homeless youth. The center prioritizes family reunification and academic improvement, offering comprehensive support for well-being.

Classified as residential treatment center (rtc) for children. 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
Inpatient · Telehealth
Service settings
Residential/24-hour residential
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Adults
Recovery supports
Housing services
Emergency services
Crisis intervention team
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; Federal Grants; Other State funds; Private health insurance; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Waymakers Huntington Beach Youth Shelter accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Waymakers Huntington Beach Youth Shelter accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CA Medicaid plan. Call (714) 842-6600 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Waymakers Huntington Beach Youth Shelter offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Telehealth. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Mental health treatment.
Does Waymakers Huntington Beach Youth Shelter have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Waymakers Huntington Beach Youth Shelter use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Waymakers Huntington Beach Youth Shelter?
Call the facility directly at (714) 842-6600 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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