SD County BHS – East County Behavioral Health Clinic (El Cajon)

Mental Health — Outpatient Mental Health in El Cajon, California. San Diego County Behavioral Health Services (BHS) directly-operated outpatient mental health clinic in El Cajon serving Medi-Cal beneficiaries in East San Diego County. Provides psychiatric assessment, medication management, individual and group therapy, case management, and walk-in mental health services. Part of the SDCBHS SMHS network.

Phone: (619) 401-5500

Address: 1000 Broadway, Suite 210, 2nd Floor, El Cajon, California, 92021

Website: https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/hhsa/programs/bhs

Languages: English, Spanish

Services offered: Psychiatric assessment, medication management, individual therapy, group therapy, case management, crisis intervention, walk-in services

Ages served: Adults 18+

Insurance & payment accepted: Medi-Cal

Good to know: Hours: Mon–Fri 8am–5pm. Walk-in: 8am–12pm and 12:30–4:30pm. Access & Crisis Line 24/7: (888) 724-7240.

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Frequently asked questions about SD County BHS – East County Behavioral Health Clinic (El Cajon)

How do I contact SD County BHS – East County Behavioral Health Clinic (El Cajon)?

You can call SD County BHS – East County Behavioral Health Clinic (El Cajon) at (619) 401-5500 or visit 1000 Broadway, Suite 210, 2nd Floor in El Cajon, California. Their website is https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/hhsa/programs/bhs.

What services does SD County BHS – East County Behavioral Health Clinic (El Cajon) offer?

SD County BHS – East County Behavioral Health Clinic (El Cajon) offers Psychiatric assessment, medication management, individual therapy, group therapy, case management, crisis intervention, walk-in services. Serves Adults 18+. San Diego County Behavioral Health Services (BHS) directly-operated outpatient mental health clinic in El Cajon serving Medi-Cal beneficiaries in East San Diego County. Provides psychiatric assessment, medication management, individual and group therapy, case management, and walk-in mental health se

Are services at SD County BHS – East County Behavioral Health Clinic (El Cajon) free or low-cost?

Many community mental health providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. SD County BHS – East County Behavioral Health Clinic (El Cajon) reports accepting: Medi-Cal. Call SD County BHS – East County Behavioral Health Clinic (El Cajon) at (619) 401-5500 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

What languages does SD County BHS – East County Behavioral Health Clinic (El Cajon) support?

SD County BHS – East County Behavioral Health Clinic (El Cajon) reports providing services in: English, Spanish. If you need another language, ask about translation services or call 988 for free crisis support in English and Spanish.

Who is eligible for services at SD County BHS – East County Behavioral Health Clinic (El Cajon)?

SD County BHS – East County Behavioral Health Clinic (El Cajon) reports serving Adults 18+. Accepted insurance/payment: Medi-Cal. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (619) 401-5500 to confirm before visiting.

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.