Begin Your Recovery with Compassionate, Personalized Care
Taking the first step toward treatment can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Whether you’re seeking help for a mental health condition, substance use disorder or both, our admissions team is here to guide you through the process with compassion, respect and understanding.
At Foundations San Francisco, we believe that seeking help is a sign of strength. From your first phone call through your first day of treatment, we’ll answer your questions, explain your options and help you determine the level of care that’s right for you.
If you’re ready to take the next step, call 415.598.7500Â to speak confidentially with an admissions specialist.
What to Expect During the Admissions Process
Our goal is to make the admissions process as simple and stress-free as possible. Every conversation is confidential, and our experienced team is here to help you understand your treatment options and feel comfortable with every step.
Step 1: Contact Our Admissions Team
Your recovery begins with a confidential phone call. During this conversation, one of our admissions specialists will learn more about your situation, answer your questions and explain the treatment programs available at Foundations San Francisco.
Whether you’re calling for yourself or someone you love, we’re here to listen without judgment and help you understand your next steps.
Step 2: Complete a Clinical Assessment
We’ll complete a comprehensive assessment to better understand your medical history, mental health concerns, substance use history and current symptoms. This assessment helps our clinical team determine the most appropriate level of care based on your individual needs. Depending on your situation, we may recommend:- Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
- Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
- Medication management
- Dual diagnosis treatment
Our recommendations are always based on your clinical needs and recovery goals.
Step 3: Verify Insurance & Discuss Payment Options
Our admissions specialists will verify your insurance benefits and explain your coverage before treatment begins.
We work with many major insurance providers and are committed to helping you understand your benefits so there are no surprises.
If you have questions about payment options, we’re happy to discuss them with you.
Step 4: Begin Treatment
Once your assessment and admissions paperwork are complete, you’ll begin your personalized treatment program.
From your very first day, you’ll work with an experienced team of behavioral health professionals who are committed to helping you build the skills, confidence and support needed for lasting recovery.
What to Bring to Treatment
Preparing for your first day can help make the transition into treatment easier.
We recommend bringing:
- Government-issued photo identification
- Insurance card
- List of current medications
- Contact information for current healthcare providers
- Comfortable clothing appropriate for daily programming
- Notebook or journal if desired
Our admissions team will provide additional instructions before your first day and answer any questions about what to expect.
Insurance & Payment
Foundations San Francisco works with many major insurance providers to help make treatment more accessible.
Our admissions specialists can:
- Verify your insurance benefits
- Explain your coverage
- Review any out-of-pocket costs
- Answer questions about payment options
This service is provided at no cost and carries no obligation.
Why Choose Foundations San Francisco?
Choosing a treatment provider is an important decision. At Foundations San Francisco, you’ll receive evidence-based care from experienced professionals in a welcoming outpatient environment designed to support long-term recovery.
Patients choose Foundations San Francisco because we offer:
- Individualized treatment planning
- Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
- Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
- Integrated treatment for mental health and substance use disorders
- Psychiatric evaluation and medication management
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Individual and group therapy
- Family involvement when appropriate
- Aftercare planning
- Day and evening programming
- Telehealth options available
- Convenient Embarcadero location
Frequently Asked Questions
In many cases, patients can begin treatment soon after completing the admissions assessment and insurance verification. Our admissions team works to make the process as efficient as possible while ensuring you receive the appropriate level of care.
Most patients do not need a referral to begin the admissions process. If a referral or additional documentation is needed, our team will help coordinate those steps.
Many insurance plans provide coverage for outpatient behavioral health treatment. Coverage varies by provider and plan. Our admissions specialists will verify your benefits and explain your coverage before treatment begins.
Many of our patients are living with both mental health conditions and substance use disorders. Our integrated treatment approach addresses both conditions together, helping patients build a stronger foundation for long-term recovery.
Yes. Family members often reach out first to learn more about treatment options for a loved one. Our admissions team is happy to answer questions, explain the admissions process and discuss available programs.
Take the First Step Today
Recovery begins with a single conversation.
Whether you’re seeking treatment for yourself or someone you care about, our admissions team is here to help you understand your options and guide you through every step of the process.
Call 415.598.7500Â today to speak confidentially with an admissions specialist and begin your journey toward improved mental health and lasting recovery.