Therapy That Accepts Medi-Cal: Affordable Mental Health Care in California
If you or your loved one are seeking quality mental health services in California and are covered by Medi-Cal, you’re not alone, and you’re in the right place!
At Sierra Family Therapy, we believe mental health care should be accessible to everyone, regardless of income, background, or insurance type. That’s why we proudly accept Medi-Cal and partner with several Medi-Cal managed care plans to ensure you receive the support you need, when you need it most.
Why Medi-Cal Therapy Is So Important
Medi-Cal is California's Medicaid program, offering free or low-cost health coverage to qualifying individuals and families. It includes behavioral health services—but many people don’t know they’re eligible, or where to start.
The truth is: your mental health matters, and Medi-Cal covers therapy, counseling, psychiatry, and other critical services for:
• Anxiety and depression
• PTSD and trauma
• Grief and loss
• Family and relationship issues
• Child and adolescent behavioral concerns
• Substance use and more
What Types of Therapy Are Covered by Medi-Cal?
Medi-Cal covers a wide range of evidence-based mental health treatments, including:
• Individual therapy (talk therapy)
• Family and couples counseling
• Group therapy
• Trauma-informed care (including EMDR and CBT)
• Crisis support and care coordination
At Sierra Family Therapy, our licensed therapists are trained in these modalities and more, providing culturally sensitive, compassionate care that meets you where you are.
Who Can Get Therapy With Medi-Cal?
You may qualify for Medi-Cal if you are:
• A low-income individual or family
• A child or teenager
• A foster youth or former foster youth
• A pregnant person
• Living with a disability
• Over age 65 or under 21
We’re happy to help you verify eligibility and connect with a provider who accepts your specific Medi-Cal managed care plan (like Partnership HealthPlan, Beacon Health Options, or LA Care).
How to Start Therapy With Medi-Cal
Starting therapy with a Medi-Cal provider is easier than you think.
1. Verify your Medi-Cal eligibility
You can call your local county office or visit Covered California.
2. Get a referral (if required)
Some managed care plans require a referral or prior authorization, we can help guide you. However, most dont!
3. Schedule an intake session
Call us or fill out our online intake form to get matched with a licensed therapist.
4. Attend sessions with no out-of-pocket cost
Medi-Cal typically covers all mental health services at 100%.
Why Choose Sierra Family Therapy for Medi-Cal Therapy?
We are not just Medi-Cal providers, we are mental health advocates, committed to providing care that is:
• Client-centered: Your goals, your pace, your voice.
• Culturally informed: We honor your identity, background, and story.
• Experienced: Our clinicians specialize in working with trauma, children, families, and more.
• Accessible: Bilingual therapists and telehealth options available.
Medi-Cal Therapy Near You in California
Whether you’re in Sacramento, Yuba City, Roseville, Los Angeles, San Diego, or a rural community in Northern California, we have Medi-Cal therapists ready to help. Teletherapy is also available for your convenience.
Don’t wait to feel better.
Start your mental health journey today, compassionate care is just a call or click away (530) 913-7221
