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Sliding-scale mental health clinics in South Boston, MA

These community health centers in South Boston 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 South Boston offering behavioral health

409 W Broadway
South Boston, MA 02127-2249

617-269-7500

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

386 W Broadway
South Boston, MA 02127-2215

617-464-7509

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

Common questions

Is there free mental health care in South Boston?

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 South Boston 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 South Boston?

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.