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Sliding-scale mental health clinics in Tempe, AZ

These community health centers in Tempe provide counseling and mental health care on a sliding scale, and cannot turn you away for inability to pay.

2

charge on a sliding scale

2

accept Medicaid

2

see uninsured patients

A federally funded health center cannot turn you away because you cannot pay, and has to offer a sliding fee scale to any patient who asks. At or below the federal poverty line the fee is nominal. Bring photo ID and proof of income to the first visit.

2 centers in Tempe offering behavioral health

1840 East Broadway Road
Tempe, AZ 85282

602-243-7277

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

1642 S Priest Dr STE 101
Tempe, AZ 85281-6204

602-685-6000

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

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Common questions

Is there free mental health care in Tempe?

2 of the 2 centers listed charge on a sliding scale set by household income, which is free or nominal at or below the federal poverty line. Bring photo ID and proof of income to your first visit.

Which clinics in Tempe take Medicaid for mental health care?

2 of the 2 centers listed accept Medicaid. 2 also see patients with no insurance at all.

Do I need insurance to be seen for mental health care in Tempe?

No. A federally funded health center cannot refuse you for inability to pay, and is required to offer a sliding fee scale to every patient who asks for one.