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Berkeley City Mental Health

2640 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA 94704

Program 5 days

Care Levels Outpatient

Insurance 24 accepted

Therapies 4 methods

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Key Takeaways

Berkeley City Mental Health is a Outpatient facility in Berkeley, CA.
Accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield.
Uses 4 evidence-based therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Psychoeducation.
Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification and admission guidance (24/7).

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Why Choose Berkeley City Mental Health

Broad Insurance Coverage

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

Specialized Programs

Offers targeted programs for Licensed Primary Mental Health.

Inclusive Care

Treats Men, Men and Women, Women, Adolescents, Children with programs tailored to each group's unique needs.

Transparent Facility

Shares 1 photos of their facility — transparency builds trust.

About Berkeley City Mental Health: Programs, Staff & Mission

Berkeley City Mental Health offers counseling and psychoeducation services to clients of all ages. They specifically work with individuals who receive Medi-Cal insurance and they can also serve clients who are homeless. For adults to be eligible for services, they must have a severe mental illness and functional impairments as a result. For children and adolescents to be eligible for services, they must be a resident of Berkeley or attend a school in Berkeley and meet the medical necessity specifications of Alameda County. The counseling services they offer include individual, family, and group counseling, medication support, psychoeducation, and full-service partnership services. They offer services in both English and Spanish.

What to Expect at Berkeley City Mental Health

Your path from first call to lasting recovery

Assessment

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

Active Care

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Family Therapy, typically 5 days.

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

Outpatient

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

What Insurance Does Berkeley City Mental Health Accept?

24 insurance providers accepted. Learn about insurance coverage →

Aetna

Anthem

BlueCross BlueShield

Bright Health

CareFirst

Carelon Behavioral Health

Cigna

ComPsych

GuideWell

HealthNet

HealthPartners

Highmark

Humana

ITU Funds

Intermountain Healthcare

Kaiser Permanente

MHN

Medicaid

Medicare

Optum

Oscar

Tricare

Tufts Health

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

Family Therapy

Repairs relationships and builds a supportive home environment.

Group Therapy

Shared healing through peer support and group dynamics.

Psychoeducation

Individual Treatment

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

Who Does Berkeley City Mental Health Treat?

Men

Gender-specific programs addressing male-related issues

Men and Women

Gender-specific programs addressing male-related issues

Women

Gender-specific care including trauma and family therapy

Adolescents

Age-appropriate treatment for teens 12-17

Children

What Conditions and Substances Are Treated?

Conditions

Bipolar Depression Schizophrenia

Additional Services

Type of Care

Mental health treatment

Service Setting (e.g., Outpatient, Residential, Inpatient, etc.)

Outpatient

Facility Type

Community mental health center

Pharmacotherapies

Chlorpromazine Fluphenazine Haloperidol Loxapine Perphenazine Thiothixene Aripiprazole Asenapine Cariprazine Clozapine Lurasidone Olanzapine Quetiapine Risperidone Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI

Treatment Approaches

Cognitive behavioral therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Group therapy Individual psychotherapy

Emergency Mental Health Services

Crisis intervention team

Facility Operation (e.g., Private, Public)

Local, county, or community government

License/Certification/Accreditation

Federally Qualified Health Center

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted

County or local government funds Medicare Medicaid Other State funds

Payment Assistance Available

Payment assistance (check with facility for details) Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)

Facility Smoking Policy

Smoking not permitted

Age Groups Accepted

Young Adults Seniors

Language Services

Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing Spanish Other languages (excluding Spanish)

Other Languages

Any Chinese Language

Facility Vaping Policy

Vaping not permitted

Ancillary Services

Assertive community treatment Court-ordered outpatient treatment Intensive case management Case management service

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 Berkeley City Mental Health?

The typical program length at Berkeley City Mental Health is 5 days. Actual duration varies based on individual assessment and treatment progress.

What insurance does Berkeley City Mental Health accept?

Berkeley City Mental Health 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 1 levels of care: Outpatient. Your care team will recommend the appropriate level based on your evaluation.

Who does Berkeley City Mental Health treat?

Berkeley City Mental Health treats Men, Men and Women, Women, Adolescents, Children. 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?

Berkeley City Mental Health uses evidence-based approaches including 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Psychoeducation. Treatment plans are personalized to each individual.

Contact Berkeley City Mental Health

Free Guidance & Insurance Verification

(833) 546-3513

Address

2640 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA, 94704

Center Phone

(510) 981-5244

Website

berkeleyca.gov

Languages

English, Spanish

Last updated: April 9, 2026 • Reviewed by RehabHive Editorial Team

Sources & References

This listing includes information from publicly available data and provider submissions. For authoritative resources on treatment and recovery:

SAMHSA National Helpline
1-800-662-4357 — Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral service
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Research-based information on addiction science and treatment
FindTreatment.gov
Official SAMHSA treatment locator with verified facility data
NAATP
National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers — industry standards and ethics