Your behavioral health matters! Are you feeling sad, anxious or depressed or are you struggling with substance use? You are not alone. We are here to help! If you are an Alliance member, we’re here to support your mental health. In crisis? If you or someone in your family is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or visit www.988lifeline.org. If you are having a health emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. How to get help Don’t wait to get help. The Alliance has behavioral health care for members! We have services for children, teens and adults. This includes individual, family or group therapy. Call Member Services at 800-700-3874, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. We can help you: ■ Make an appointment. ■ Learn about your behavioral health benefits. ■ Find behavioral health providers near you. What can I get help with? Here are some behavioral health concerns you can get help with: ■ Anger. ■ Anxiety. ■ Depression. ■ Developmental issues. ■ Difficulty dealing with life changes, frustration and stress. ■ Drug or alcohol use. ■ Exercise and eating. ■ Grief and loss. ■ Stress. ■ Trauma. Getting help for substance use Alliance Medi-Cal members can contact their county’s Behavioral Health department for help with substance use services. Find your county’s Behavioral Health department contact information below: ■ Mariposa County: 800-549-6741. ■ Merced County: 888-334-0163. ■ Monterey County: 888-258-6029. ■ San Benito County: 888-636-4020. ■ Santa Cruz County: 800-952-2335. Learn more For more information and resources, visit www.thealliance.health/ mentalhealth. Living Healthy 3
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