If this clinic can't see you
Other clinics in Redwood City, closest first.
- Ravenswood Family Dentistry Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Maple Street Shelter Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- San Mateo County Homeless Navigation Center Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Fair Oaks Health Center Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Canyon Vista Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
Services offered
Behavioral health
Mental health counseling, therapy, psychiatric medication management, and crisis support.
Enabling services
Transportation, translation, case management, outreach, and patient navigation.
About South County Mental Health
South County Mental Health is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Redwood City, CA. Fees are assessed on a sliding scale based on household income, uninsured patients below 200% of the federal poverty line typically pay a nominal fee of $0 to $30 per visit. The center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, commercial insurance, and uninsured patients.
Community Health Centers like South County Mental Health play a critical role in serving Black families and other historically underserved populations. They are required by federal rule to accept patients regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, and they integrate medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services in a single location.
HIV testing + PrEP at South County Mental Health or nearby
Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If South County Mental Health doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across California.
Mental health + behavioral health context
FQHC behavioral-health services like those at South County Mental Health use sliding-scale fees that make care accessible regardless of insurance status. If you're in crisis, dial or text 988 for the 24/7 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Coverage + benefits in California
South County Mental Health accepts California Medicaid. FQHC certified application counselors typically cross-enroll Medicaid + WIC + SNAP at the same visit. Anyone enrolled in Medicaid is automatically income-eligible for WIC under federal adjunctive eligibility (7 CFR 246.7).
Frequently asked questions
What services does South County Mental Health offer?
South County Mental Health in Redwood City, California offers Behavioral health, Enabling services.
Does South County Mental Health accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
South County Mental Health accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at South County Mental Health?
HRSA lists this site as open about 40 hours a week. Call before you go to confirm today's hours.
Is South County Mental Health a federally qualified health center?
Yes. South County Mental Health is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) funded by HRSA Section 330. FQHCs are required by federal rule to accept patients regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, and they integrate medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services.
Where is South County Mental Health located?
South County Mental Health is at 802 Brewster Ave, Redwood City, CA 94063-1510. Phone: 650-363-4111.
Please verify before visiting. Hours, services, and insurance acceptance can change. Call the center directly to confirm they're open and accepting new patients before you go. Data last verified on April 24, 2026.
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