How to Get Mental Health Support With Medi-Cal
If you have Medi-Cal and are looking for mental health care, you may be able to start outpatient therapy directly with a participating provider. Horizon serves clients in Lancaster, Palmdale, and the Antelope Valley.
How to Start Therapy With Medi-Cal
Contact Horizon to ask about outpatient mental health services and coverage. You can use the secure referral form or call 661-441-6568 to discuss how to get started.
Explore Our Outpatient Services →What to Have Ready
- Name and contact information
- Medi-Cal plan or insurance information
- General reason for seeking care
- Preferred contact method
- Whether you prefer in-person care or telehealth
A brief, general description is enough to prepare. Submit your information through Horizon’s secure referral form.
What Happens After a Referral?
1. Referral review
Horizon reviews the referral information.
2. Coverage review
Coverage and eligibility may be reviewed for the requested services.
3. Next steps
Horizon contacts the person regarding next steps when appropriate.
Submitting a referral does not guarantee acceptance, coverage, or an appointment.
Concerns You Can Ask About
- Anxiety and worry
- Depression or low motivation
- Trauma-related concerns
- Stress or difficult life changes
- Grief or loss
- Relationship or interpersonal difficulties
This is not a complete list. Horizon can review whether its outpatient services may be appropriate for your needs.
Medi-Cal Mental Health Care in Lancaster & Palmdale
Horizon serves clients throughout Lancaster, Palmdale, and surrounding Antelope Valley communities. In-person care is available in Lancaster, with secure telehealth when appropriate.
Medi-Cal Coverage at Horizon
Horizon accepts Medi-Cal for eligible mental health services. Coverage and participation can vary by plan, product, service, and treating provider.
Learn About Medi-Cal Therapy at Horizon →For broader coverage information, visit Insurance Accepted.
Questions About Starting Care
Can I contact Horizon directly if I have Medi-Cal?
Yes. You can contact Horizon directly to ask about outpatient mental health services and your coverage, or start with the secure referral form.
Do I need a referral from my doctor?
You can contact Horizon without a doctor’s referral to ask about starting care. Any referral or authorization requirements for your plan and service can be reviewed before care begins.
Can I receive therapy in Lancaster or Palmdale?
Horizon serves clients in both communities. In-person care is available in Lancaster; secure telehealth may be an option when appropriate.
Is telehealth available?
Secure telehealth may be available when appropriate for your needs, the service, and your coverage.
What should I have ready when I submit a referral?
Have your contact information, Medi-Cal plan details, a general reason for seeking care, and your contact and visit preferences ready. Submit information through the secure referral form.
Ready to Start a Referral?
Use Horizon’s secure referral form or call with questions about Medi-Cal mental health services.