In crisis?
Mental health services
The Health Care Authority (HCA) provides funding and oversight for mental health services for people enrolled in Apple Health (Medicaid).
Do you need immediate assistance?
- For a life-threatening emergency: Call 911.
- For suicide prevention: Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 (TRS: 1-800-799-4889).
- For 24-hour emotional support and referrals: Contact the Washington Recovery Help Line or the mental health crisis line in your area.
On this page
See what mental health services are available to you as an Apple Health (Medicaid) client.
How do I get Apple Health (Medicaid) mental health services?
In Washington, the name of Medicaid is Washington Apple Health.
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To apply for Apple Health coverage, visit Washington Healthplanfinder.
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If you are currently an Apple Health client and are seeking mental health services, you have coverage. Contact your managed care plan (or contact the Health Care Authority (HCA) if you have not enrolled in managed care).
What types of services are available?
We support the following types of mental health services:
- Crisis — acute/inpatient mental health care
- Services for American Indians/Alaska Natives
- State psychiatric hospitals
- Services for children
- Peer support
For complete details about Apple Health mental health services, download the Behavioral Health Benefits book.
More information for clients and families
Learn more about:
- Behavioral health - administrative services organizations (BH-ASO)
- Client rights
- Disaster outreach
- Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
- Filing a petition to detain a family member (Joel's Law)
- How to get treatment if you have Apple Health (Medicaid)
- Mental health advance directives
- Mental health for older adults
- Ombudsman services
- Signs of a mental health condition
