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Are you having a mental health crisis? Call or text 988 to reach a specialist on the suicide and crisis lifeline.
Mental health & substance use resources
From therapy to self-guided help, you have access to a range of behavioral health benefits.
If you're struggling, we're here to support you.
If you are in immediate danger or thinking about harming yourself, call or text 988 which is available 24/7, free and confidential.
Search for providers. If you need help finding behavioral health support, Find a doctor can help you search for in-network providers covered by your benefit plan.
If you can’t find the provider or service you’re looking for — or want help choosing the right type of care — call the Mental Health Customer Services number on the back of your ID card.
Self-guided resources. Check out self-assessments, articles, videos, and podcasts to help you address concerns like anxiety, stress, work, and parenting.
- Pick the location where you will be accessing care. Virtual providers are available statewide. To search for virtual providers, please enter the zip code where the provider group is headquartered, not your own zip code. See a list of virtual provider companies and their zip codes.
- Pick your specific benefit plan, or sign-in using your Blue Shield member login information before searching so your results only show in-network providers for your benefit plan in your location.
- If you’re searching by provider, specialty or condition, start with broad categories and then use additional filters to narrow your results. For example, search for “anxiety” and then filter by population served, language, clinical focus, or provider preference.
- View a step-by-step guide
- If you’re not looking for a specific provider, but looking for medical groups that meet your needs, search for specialty or condition and then use the medical group drop down. For example, Search “Applied Behavior Analysis” or “ABA,” then filter by age, and pick the drop down under medical group
- If the key word you picked is not working, try a related key word. For example, if “alcoholism” doesn’t work, try “substance use disorder,” “detox,” or “medication assisted treatment.”
- If you’re not looking for a specific provider, but looking for medical groups that meet your needs, search for specialty or condition and then use the medical group drop down. For example, Search “Applied Behavior Analysis” or “ABA,” then filter by age, and pick the drop down under medical group
Mental health check-in
This 10-minute assessment helps you check in on your mental health. Based on your answers, we then connect you to resources on anxiety, depression, eating disorders, substance use, and more.
Learn about the guidelines and training materials Blue Shield uses to make decisions about your care. In compliance with California Senate Bill 855 (SB 855), Blue Shield gives you access to the clinical guidelines and educational materials we use to make medical necessity determinations for mental health and substance use disorder services. Read our compliance statement and get directions on how to access.
A therapist can help you if you are anxious, depressed, grieving, or struggling. A psychiatrist can help with conditions that may require medication. Explore our virtual and in-person options.
Inpatient treatment can be a powerful tool for addressing mental illness, substance use, and other serious conditions. If you need inpatient treatment, contact your healthcare provider or visit your nearest emergency room.
Your plan is here to support you on your journey to recovery from substance use or addiction. We offer a range of outpatient and inpatient programs to help find the best path for you.
From autism diagnosis to finding the right treatment approach, we’re here for you. We offer resources to empower you and your loved ones.
Anxiety can be caused by many things, including feeling overwhelmed or worrying about the future. It can also be part of a normal reaction to life’s challenges. We have tools to help you feel calmer and more in control.
Depression can be a serious medical condition requiring treatment. Discover tools and support to begin your journey to feeling your best.
If you've been through a traumatic event, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can cause flashbacks, anxiety, or depression. We have resources to help you heal and move forward in a way that feels right for you.
Everyone experiences grief differently. Whether you're feeling sadness, anger, or exhaustion, we can connect you with support and help you find comfort.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can interfere with daily functioning, including intense anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and repetitive behaviors. We offer ways to manage your symptoms and find relief to feel better.
Welcoming a baby can be exciting, but some new parents also experience intense sadness, anxiety, and fatigue after childbirth. Explore stories and support to get the help you need and to get back on track.