Hawaii · Listings Checked October 2026
Mental Health Care in Hawaii
Where Can You Get Affordable Mental Health Care in Hawaii?
SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov lists 23 mental health facilities in Hawaii, in 12 cities. Of these, 21 accept Medicaid, 9 offer a sliding fee or payment help, 16 offer telehealth therapy and 12 treat children and teens. In a crisis, call or text 988, or Hawai'i CARES 988 at 988, (808) 832-3100, or toll-free (800) 753-6879.
- Mental health facilities
- 23
- Accept Medicaid
- 21
- Sliding fee or payment help
- 9
- Telehealth therapy
- 16
- 12Children and teens
- 7PTSD programs
- 4Walk-in crisis care
Mental Health Facilities by City in Hawaii
Every Hawaii city with a SAMHSA-listed mental health facility.
| City | Facilities | Medicaid | Sliding fee or help | Children and teens | Telehealth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mental health care in Honolulu | 6 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 4 |
| Mental health care in Kaneohe | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Mental health care in Hilo | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Mental health care in Kailua Kona | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Mental health care in Kealakekua | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Mental health care in Waianae | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Mental health care in Kahuku | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Mental health care in Kailua | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Mental health care in Kapaa | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Mental health care in Pahoa | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Mental health care in Waikoloa | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Mental health care in Waipahu | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Crisis and Support Lines in Hawaii
Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org, any time. Call 988 (Hawai'i CARES 988) and request Crisis Mobile Outreach; Hawai'i CARES says it can arrange a local crisis therapist to be sent out to you within 45 minutes.
- Hawai'i CARES 988: 988, (808) 832-3100, or toll-free (800) 753-6879 (Hawai'i CARES 988) · text 988 · 24/7
Medicaid Mental Health Coverage in Hawaii
Hawaii's Medicaid program is Med-QUEST Division, QUEST Integration. QUEST Integration health plans provide the standard behavioral health services. Children under 21 diagnosed with serious emotional behavioral disorders can get additional services through the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division (CAMHD) Support for Emotional and Behavioral Development (SEBD) program, and adults 21 and older diagnosed with serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI) can get additional services through the Community Care Services (CCS) program. Covered mental health services the state names include Inpatient psychiatric hospitalizations, including psychiatric services and substance abuse treatment services, Ambulatory mental health services, including crisis management, Medications and medication management, Psychiatric or psychological evaluation and treatment, Medically necessary alcohol and chemical dependency services and Methadone management services.
Community Mental Health Centers (CMHCs)
To access Adult Mental Health Division services, you can go to the nearest Community Mental Health Center or satellite mental health clinic during clinic hours. AMHD primarily serves adults 18 and older in Hawaii with serious mental illness diagnoses who are uninsured or underinsured, or who face court-ordered treatment requirements.
Check a Therapist's License in Hawaii
Before you start, confirm your therapist or psychologist holds an active Hawaii license.
- Psychologists: Board of Psychology, DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing Division
- Mental health counselors (Mental Health Counselor, Associate Mental Health Counselor): Mental Health Counselor Licensing Program, DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing Division
- Social workers (LBSW, LSW, LCSW): Social Worker Program, DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing Division
- Marriage and family therapists (Marriage and Family Therapist, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist): Marriage and Family Therapist Program, DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing Division
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 Hawaii?
SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov lists 23 mental health facilities in Hawaii (checked October 2026), the most in Honolulu (6).
Is There Low-Cost Therapy in Hawaii?
9 of the listed facilities offer a sliding fee scale based on income or other payment assistance, and 22 receive state, county or block-grant funding. Ask about fees when you call.
Which Hawaii Mental Health Clinics Accept Medicaid?
21 of the 23 listed facilities accept Medicaid. Confirm your specific plan when you call.
What Is the Crisis Line in Hawaii?
Call or text 988, the national Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, from anywhere in Hawaii. Hawai'i CARES 988 also answers at 988, (808) 832-3100, or toll-free (800) 753-6879 (24/7).
Sources
- SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov listing data, checked October 2026
- Hawaii crisis services
- Adult Mental Health Division (AMHD), Hawaii State Department of Health
- Find local services through Adult Mental Health Division (AMHD), Hawaii State Department of Health
- Med-QUEST Division, QUEST Integration mental health services
- Psychologists: Board of Psychology, DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing Division