District of Columbia · Listings Checked October 2026

Mental Health Care in District of Columbia

Where Can You Get Affordable Mental Health Care in District of Columbia?

SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov lists 25 mental health facilities in District of Columbia, in 1 city. Of these, 24 accept Medicaid, 7 offer a sliding fee or payment help, 20 offer telehealth therapy and 16 treat children and teens. In a crisis, call or text 988.

Mental health facilities
25
Accept Medicaid
24
Sliding fee or payment help
7
Telehealth therapy
20

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Mental Health Facilities by City in District of Columbia

Every District of Columbia city with a SAMHSA-listed mental health facility.

Mental health facilities in District of Columbia by city
CityFacilitiesMedicaidSliding fee or helpChildren and teensTelehealth
Mental health care in Washington252471620

Crisis and Support Lines in District of Columbia

Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org, any time. Call the Access HelpLine at 1-888-793-4357. It can activate mobile crisis teams to respond to adults and children who are experiencing a psychiatric or emotional crisis and are unable or unwilling to travel to receive behavioral health services.

District of Columbia's Mental Health Agency

DC Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) oversees public mental health services in District of Columbia.

Medicaid Mental Health Coverage in District of Columbia

District of Columbia's Medicaid program is DC Medicaid (Department of Health Care Finance). Effective February 2024, the Department of Health Care Finance (DHCF), in partnership with the Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), paused the planning for the April 1, 2024, carve-in of behavioral health services into managed care. Behavioral health services continue to be available to all Medicaid and Alliance beneficiaries. Covered mental health services the state names include Mental health services.

Core Service Agencies (DBH-Certified Community-Based Service Providers)

DBH certifies a provider to deliver services that support individual recovery with qualified, culturally competent staff in a safe facility. Services include diagnostic assessment, medication, counseling and community support.

Check a Therapist's License in District of Columbia

Before you start, confirm your therapist or psychologist holds an active District of Columbia license.

Guides for Your Next Step

See how to find a therapist, how sliding-scale therapy works, whether Medicaid covers therapy and the difference between a psychiatrist and a therapist.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How Many Mental Health Clinics Are in District of Columbia?

SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov lists 25 mental health facilities in District of Columbia (checked October 2026), the most in Washington (25).

Is There Low-Cost Therapy in District of Columbia?

7 of the listed facilities offer a sliding fee scale based on income or other payment assistance, and 15 receive state, county or block-grant funding. Ask about fees when you call.

Which District of Columbia Mental Health Clinics Accept Medicaid?

24 of the 25 listed facilities accept Medicaid. Confirm your specific plan when you call.

Sources

  1. SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov listing data, checked October 2026
  2. District of Columbia crisis services
  3. DC Department of Behavioral Health (DBH)
  4. Find local services through DC Department of Behavioral Health (DBH)
  5. DC Medicaid (Department of Health Care Finance) mental health services
  6. District of Columbia Medicaid behavioral health
  7. Core service agencies (DBH-certified community-based service providers) in District of Columbia
  8. Psychologists: DC Board of Psychology (DC Health)

In crisis? Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org, any time. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911. anxiety.help is an independent guide, not a mental health provider or crisis service, and doesn't give medical advice. For a free, confidential referral, call SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357.