What's Happening at BHS? This month's issue of "Let's Connect!" newsletter answers the question of "what's happening at BHS", and provides a wealth of information about wellness, mental health, recovery, inspiration and stress relief. Click below to view or download the March 2026 Newsletter We welcome you to Alpine County Behavioral Health, Mental Health Services.  We provide; Crisis Services Specialty Mental Health Services Substance Use Disorder Treatment Services  Adult System of Care Children's System of Care Assisted Outpatient Treatment Cultural Competency Mental Health Services Comprehensive mental health and substance abuse services are available to all residents of Alpine County regardless of ability to pay. Alpine Behavioral health services are offered to people who live in Alpine County, including those who are eligible for Medi-Cal.  Integrated MHP and DMC Handbook Updated 1/2026 ​​Notice of Significant Change​​​ For an introduction to the services we offer, please click on this link: Guide to Alpine County Behavioral Health Services.                  Are you in crisis?  Are you looking for more immediate help for yourself or a loved one? Call us anytime, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.  We have crisis workers available to talk with you.  Call 1-800-318-8212 at no cost to you, to talk to a live person. You can also come into our office, or call (530) 694-1816 (our local number) during regular business hours (Monday-Friday 8am-5pm), excluding weekends and holidays.   We're here to help, right now.  All it takes is your first step.  Contact us. Mission Statement The mission of ACBHS is to provide safe, ethical and accessible services that inspire personal growth and development through strength-based behavioral health programs and supportive connections. Looking for a Provider? Click here for update Provider Guide Click here for our Provider Directory (as of March 2026) If you feel you or your community could use some support please fill out our new: Community Support Referral Behavioral Health Advisory Board: The Behavioral Health Advisory Board  meets the 4th Thursday of every month from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm at 40 Diamond Valley Road Markleeville, CA. It consist of a a five-member advisory board to the Alpine County Board of Supervisors. Current Members are: Vacant, Chair and Consumer Representative Sara Daniel, Vice Chair and Public Interest Representative Rita Lovell, Board Member and Public Interest Representative Kate Harvey, Board Member and Public Interest Representative Scott Thompson, Board Member and Consumer Representative Irvin Jim, Board Member and Board of Supervisor Liaison Charles Dobson, Alternate Board of Supervisor Liaison To contact members of the Behavioral Health Advisory Board please contact Behavioral Health at 530-694-1816 or email mhbclerk@alpinecountyca.gov Recruitment Flyer for Behavioral Health Advisory Board Credible Mind Check out our new website Alpinecounty.crediblemind.com This is a one stop shop for mental health and self-care resources that are expert-curated and scientifically-backed. Healthplace is the largest consumer mental health site on the internet. To access Healthplace, click on the link below: www.healthplace.com Please remember: take steps to protect yourself.  ACBHS does not discriminate. Please click here to access the Statement of Nondiscrimination, and for information on how to file a grievance with the Discrimination Grievance Coordinator.

Pregnant and recently postpartum women will receive priority admission for substance abuse treatment.

These services include:

• Outpatient individual and family counseling for mental health issues
• Outpatient individual substance abuse treatment counseling
• Outpatient groups for mental health, alcohol and drug issues
• Inpatient mental health treatment options
• Psychiatric consultation for medications via tele-health technology
• Inpatient treatment and/or detoxification for substance use disorder
• Calendars showing Community based prevention and early intervention programs

All services are offered with respect for the individual and with the belief that your natural tendency is to strive toward health. Our goal is to assist you in that process. Call or come in to access services and speak to our staff, office hours are Monday through Friday 8-5. Our phone number is 530-694-1816 and our address is 40 Diamond Valley Road For after-hours help call the Crisis line at 1-800-318-8212 or 530-694-1487.

Services are available at any of our locations throughout the county as well as in locations outside the office to suit our clients needs (such as a person's home).

Alpine County AB1299 Contact: (Presumptive Transfers)
(530) 694-1816 or (800) 318-8212
kpier@alpinecountyca.gov 

Staff: Click here to view the Organization Chart 7/18/2025 Organization Chart