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Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - RAFT

Cardiff by the Sea, CA 92007

Program 30 days
Care Levels Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient
Insurance 24 accepted
Therapies 9 methods

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Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - RAFT

Key Takeaways

  • Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - RAFT is a Co-Occurring Mental Health facility in Cardiff by the Sea, CA.
  • Accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield.
  • Uses 9 evidence-based therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy.
  • Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification and admission guidance (24/7).

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Why Choose Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - RAFT

Broad Insurance Coverage

Accepts 24 insurance providers, making treatment accessible for more families.

Evidence-Based Therapies

Offers 9 proven treatment methods including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy.

Multiple Care Levels

Provides 2 levels of care: Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient — ensuring the right intensity for every stage of recovery.

Specialized Programs

Offers targeted programs for Co-Occurring Disorders, Drug Addiction, Adolescents.

About Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - RAFT: Programs, Staff & Mission

This center helps Merced County adolescents struggling with serious mental illness and substance use issues. They offer different levels of care, including intensive and regular outpatient treatment. They offer 24-hour, 7-day-a-week access to crisis and emergency services, ensuring help is always available and plus 2 other location in Los Baños and Winton, California.
Their approach uses proven therapies like 12-step meetings, Relapse prevention therapy, and individual and group therapy, life skills development and more. These methods help teens learn new ways to cope with challenges, change unhelpful thoughts, and build attitude for lasting recovery from substance use and mental health concerns.
As a certified Drug Medi-Cal provider, the RAFT program covers treatment costs for many. Other funding ensures payment for those without Medi-Cal. This means no one is ever denied services for inability to pay, ensuring care is accessible to all.

What to Expect at Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - RAFT

Your path from first call to lasting recovery

1

Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to build a personalized plan.

2

Active Care

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 30 days.

3

Aftercare

Ongoing support, relapse prevention planning, and connections to community resources.

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What Levels of Care Are Available?

Programs available at this facility

Co-Occurring Mental Health
Outpatient

Flexible sessions (1-2x/week) while living at home.

What Insurance Does Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - RAFT Accept?

24 insurance providers accepted. Learn about insurance coverage →

Aetna Aetna
Anthem Anthem
BlueCross BlueShield BlueCross BlueShield
Bright Health Bright Health
CareFirst CareFirst
Carelon Behavioral Health Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna Cigna
ComPsych ComPsych
GuideWell GuideWell
HealthNet HealthNet
HealthPartners HealthPartners
Highmark Highmark
Humana Humana
ITU Funds ITU Funds
Intermountain Healthcare Intermountain Healthcare
Kaiser Permanente Kaiser Permanente
MHN MHN
Medicaid Medicaid
Medicare Medicare
Optum Optum
Oscar Oscar
Tricare Tricare
Tufts Health Tufts Health
United Healthcare United Healthcare

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What Therapies and Approaches Are Used?

Evidence-based methods used at this center. Browse all types →

1-on-1 Counseling
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Identifies and changes negative thought patterns driving addiction.

Family Therapy

Repairs relationships and builds a supportive home environment.

Group Therapy

Shared healing through peer support and group dynamics.

Life Skills

Practical skills for independent, sober daily living.

Online Therapy
Evidence-Based

Clinically proven approaches backed by scientific research.

Individual Treatment

One-on-one sessions tailored to your specific needs.

Family Involvement

Who Does Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - RAFT Treat?

Adolescents

Age-appropriate treatment for teens 12-17

What Conditions and Substances Are Treated?

Substances

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Opioids Heroin Synthetic Drugs

Conditions

Anger

Aftercare & Continuing Support

Continuing Care Outpatient Treatment Intensive Outpatient Program Support Meetings Outcome Follow-Up After Discharge Mentoring and Peer support Self-Help Groups

Additional Services

Type of Care
Substance use treatment Detoxification
Service Setting (e.g., Outpatient, Residential, Inpatient, etc.)
Outpatient Outpatient detoxification Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization Intensive outpatient treatment Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment Regular outpatient treatment
Opioid Medications used in Treatment
Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment
External Opioid Medications Source
In-network prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
External Source of Medications Used for Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
In-network prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Type of Opioid Treatment
Buprenorphine detoxification Buprenorphine maintenance Prescribes buprenorphine Prescribes naltrexone Relapse prevention with naltrexone Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere Maintenance service with medically supervised withdrawal after stabilization
Pharmacotherapies
Acamprosate (Campral®) Disulfiram Buprenorphine with naloxone Buprenorphine without naloxone Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable) Naltrexone (oral) Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable) Medication for mental disorders Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Treatment Approaches
Anger management Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Contingency management/motivational incentives Motivational interviewing Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Telemedicine/telehealth therapy Trauma-related counseling 12-step facilitation
Facility Operation (e.g., Private, Public)
Private for-profit organization
License/Certification/Accreditation
State department of health The Joint Commission
Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted
Medicare Medicaid Private health insurance Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
Special Programs/Groups Offered
Adolescents Young adults Adult women Pregnant/postpartum women Adult men Veterans Active duty military Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients who have experienced sexual abuse Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence Clients who have experienced trauma
Assessment/Pre-treatment
Comprehensive substance use assessment Interim services for clients Outreach to persons in the community Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders
Transitional Services
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge
Recovery Support Services
Housing services Assistance with obtaining social services Recovery coach Mentoring/peer support Employment counseling or training
Detoxification (medical withdrawal) Services
Cocaine Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Opioids detoxification Medication routinely used during detoxification
Education and Counseling Services
Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling Family counseling Marital/couples counseling Vocational training or educational support (for example, high school coursework, GED preparation, etc.) 
Facility Smoking Policy
Smoking not permitted
Age Groups Accepted
Children/Adolescents Adults
Sex Accepted
Female Male
Language Services
Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing Spanish
Facility Vaping Policy
Vaping not permitted
Ancillary Services
Case management service Mental health services Social skills development Transportation assistance

How Much Does Treatment Cost?

Average costs vary by care level. Insurance typically covers 60-80% of treatment.

Care Level Avg. Cost/Month With Insurance Duration
Medical Detox $5,000–$10,000 $500–$3,000 3–7 days
Residential $15,000–$30,000 $2,000–$8,000 30–90 days
PHP/IOP $5,000–$12,000 $500–$3,000 6–12 weeks
Outpatient $1,000–$5,000 $100–$1,000 3–12 months

Source: SAMHSA National Survey, 2024. Costs vary by location and provider. Call (833) 546-3513 for a free, personalized cost estimate.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the program at Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - RAFT?
The typical program length at Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - RAFT is 30 days. Actual duration varies based on individual assessment and treatment progress.
What insurance does Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - RAFT accept?
Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - RAFT accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification.
What levels of care are available?
This facility offers 2 levels of care: Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient. Your care team will recommend the appropriate level based on your evaluation.
Who does Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - RAFT treat?
Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - RAFT treats Adolescents. Contact the facility to discuss specific eligibility requirements.
How do I start the admissions process?
Call (833) 546-3513 for a free, confidential consultation. Our specialists verify your insurance, explain options, and guide you through every step of the admission process.
Does insurance cover treatment here?
Most major insurance plans cover treatment. Call (833) 546-3513 for a free verification — we check your specific benefits and out-of-pocket costs within minutes.
What therapies are used at this center?
Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - RAFT uses evidence-based approaches including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills. Treatment plans are personalized to each individual.

Contact Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - RAFT

Free Guidance & Insurance Verification

(833) 546-3513

Address

Cardiff by the Sea, CA, 92007

Center Phone

(209) 381-6880

Languages

English, Spanish

Last updated: April 5, 2026 Reviewed by RehabHive Editorial Team

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