New Mexico · Listings Checked October 2026
Mental Health Care in New Mexico
Where Can You Get Affordable Mental Health Care in New Mexico?
SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov lists 97 mental health facilities in New Mexico, in 42 cities. Of these, 95 accept Medicaid, 64 offer a sliding fee or payment help, 88 offer telehealth therapy and 77 treat children and teens. In a crisis, call or text 988, or New Mexico Crisis and Access Line (NMCAL) at 1-855-NMCRISIS (662-7474).
- Mental health facilities
- 97
- Accept Medicaid
- 95
- Sliding fee or payment help
- 64
- Telehealth therapy
- 88
- 77Children and teens
- 53PTSD programs
- 28Walk-in crisis care
Mental Health Facilities by City in New Mexico
The New Mexico cities with the most SAMHSA-listed mental health facilities. All 42 cities are listed below the table.
| City | Facilities | Medicaid | Sliding fee or help | Children and teens | Telehealth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mental health care in Albuquerque | 25 | 24 | 12 | 15 | 21 |
| Mental health care in Las Cruces | 8 | 7 | 4 | 6 | 7 |
| Mental health care in Espanola | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Mental health care in Farmington | 4 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Mental health care in Santa Fe | 4 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 4 |
| Mental health care in Silver City | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Mental health care in Carlsbad | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Mental health care in Cuba | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Mental health care in Clovis | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Mental health care in Deming | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Mental health care in Gallup | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Mental health care in Hobbs | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Mental health care in Las Vegas | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Mental health care in Lordsburg | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Mental health care in Rio Rancho | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Mental health care in Alamogordo | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Mental health care in Anthony | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Mental health care in Anton Chico | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Mental health care in Artesia | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Mental health care in Coyote | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All 42 Cities in New Mexico With Mental Health Facilities
- Mental health care in Crownpoint 1
- Mental health care in Embudo 1
- Mental health care in Grants 1
- Mental health care in Los Lunas 1
- Mental health care in Pecos 1
- Mental health care in Penasco 1
- Mental health care in Portales 1
- Mental health care in Pueblo of Acoma 1
- Mental health care in Questa 1
- Mental health care in Reserve 1
- Mental health care in Ribera 1
- Mental health care in Roswell 1
- Mental health care in Roy 1
- Mental health care in Ruidoso 1
- Mental health care in Santa Rosa 1
- Mental health care in Santa Teresa 1
- Mental health care in Springer 1
- Mental health care in Sunland Park 1
- Mental health care in Taos 1
- Mental health care in Truchas 1
- Mental health care in Tucumcari 1
- Mental health care in Wagon Mound 1
Crisis and Support Lines in New Mexico
Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org, any time.
- New Mexico Crisis and Access Line (NMCAL): 1-855-NMCRISIS (662-7474) · 24/7
- Peer-to-Peer Warmline: 1-855-4NM-7100 (466-7100) · Daily, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. MT (phone); daily, 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. MT (text)
Medicaid Mental Health Coverage in New Mexico
New Mexico's Medicaid program is New Mexico Medicaid (Turquoise Care managed care program). Turquoise Care is the New Mexico Medicaid Managed Care program that began on July 1, 2024. Most Medicaid members are enrolled in managed care, and there are four health plans to choose from: Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico, Molina Healthcare of New Mexico, Presbyterian Health Plan and United Healthcare Community Plan of New Mexico. Native Americans may opt in to managed care. Covered mental health services the state names include behavioral health care, substance abuse treatment and prescriptions.
Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs)
A CCBHC is a specially designated clinic that provides a comprehensive range of community based and outpatient mental health, substance use disorder, and primary care screening services. CCBHCs serve all ages, regardless of diagnosis, insurance, place of residence, or ability to pay.
Check a Therapist's License in New Mexico
Before you start, confirm your therapist or psychologist holds an active New Mexico license.
- Psychologists, psychologist associates and prescribing psychologists: New Mexico State Board of Psychologist Examiners (Regulation and Licensing Department)
- Professional clinical mental health counselors (LPCC), mental health counselors (LMHC), marriage and family therapists (LMFT, LAMFT), professional art therapists (LPAT), and alcohol and drug abuse counselors (LADAC): Counseling and Therapy Practice Board (Regulation and Licensing Department)
- Social workers (LBSW, LMSW, LISW): Board of Social Work Examiners (Regulation and Licensing Department)
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 New Mexico?
SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov lists 97 mental health facilities in New Mexico (checked October 2026), the most in Albuquerque (25).
Is There Low-Cost Therapy in New Mexico?
64 of the listed facilities offer a sliding fee scale based on income or other payment assistance, and 71 receive state, county or block-grant funding. Ask about fees when you call.
Which New Mexico Mental Health Clinics Accept Medicaid?
95 of the 97 listed facilities accept Medicaid. Confirm your specific plan when you call.
What Is the Crisis Line in New Mexico?
Call or text 988, the national Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, from anywhere in New Mexico. New Mexico Crisis and Access Line (NMCAL) also answers at 1-855-NMCRISIS (662-7474) (24/7).
Sources
- SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov listing data, checked October 2026
- New Mexico crisis services
- New Mexico Health Care Authority, Behavioral Health Services Division (BHSD)
- New Mexico Medicaid (Turquoise Care managed care program) mental health services
- New Mexico Medicaid behavioral health
- Psychologists, psychologist associates and prescribing psychologists: New Mexico State Board of Psychologist Examiners (Regulation and Licensing Department)