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WestCoast Children's Clinic

Allentown, PA

SAMHSA Verified

in Allentown, PA.

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About WestCoast Children's Clinic

WestCoast Children's Clinic, established in 1979, is a non-profit community-based mental health agency in the San Francisco Bay Area. Founded by faculty and students of the Wright Institute graduate school, the clinic is dedicated to promoting the healthy development of children and families through therapy, education, and advocacy, regardless of family income.
The clinic offers a range of services, including long-term individual and family psychotherapy, parent guidance, and clinical case management. Specialized programs such as the Screening, Stabilization, and Transition (STAT) program provide mental health screening and assessment for children entering protective custody. WestCoast Children's Clinic serves children, adolescents, and families in the Bay Area, with a focus on those involved in the foster care system or exposed to trauma.
In addition to direct services, the clinic engages in research and public policy advocacy to improve mental health outcomes for youth. They have developed tools like the Commercial Sexual Exploitation-Identification Tool (CSE-IT) to aid in identifying at-risk children. The clinic also provides training and education programs to prepare the next generation of mental health professionals.

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

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Contact & Location

Address

1627 Chew St, Allentown, PA 18102

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Facility direct line

(510) 269-9030

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does WestCoast Children's Clinic accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (510) 269-9030 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other PA centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does WestCoast Children's Clinic offer?
Does WestCoast Children's Clinic have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does WestCoast Children's Clinic use?
Specific therapy approaches are not listed in SAMHSA data. Contact the facility for clinical details.
How do I start treatment at WestCoast Children's Clinic?
Call the facility directly at (510) 269-9030 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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