Local Behavioral Health Authority (LBHA)
The Prince George's County Local Behavioral Health Authority (LBHA) takes care of mental health and substance abuse services for people living in the county. It includes the Core Service Agency (CSA) and Local Addiction Authority (LAA). They help individuals find information and support for mental health and substance use issues. Their goal is to make sure everyone in the county can get good behavioral health services. For more information, download the 2023 Annual Behavioral Health Plan.
Services
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or substance use, the LBHA is here to help. They have a caring team that can provide support in various ways:
- Services for persons with Medical Assistance or no insurance
- Specialty services for children, adults, and the elderly
- Locating outpatient treatment services
- Locating case management services
- Locating residential treatment services
- Locating Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for substance use disorders
- Naloxone (Narcan) Training and Kits - Email: savealife@co.pg.md.us
- Accessing crisis services
- Purchasing psychotropic medications in special situations
- Identifying support groups
- Peer and family recovery support groups
- Information about advocating for your child’s behavioral health needs
- Training opportunities
- Housing options including residential rehabilitation programs for individuals with mental illness
Funding Opportunities
No current funding opportunities.
Behavioral Health Resources for Individuals and Families
If you need behavioral health services in Maryland, many providers offer virtual services through video or audio calls. For services funded by Medical Assistance, you can call 1-800-888-1965.
Crisis Resources
To access mental health or substance use crisis services in Prince George's County:
- Call 988 or visit the Mobile-Response page for more information
- Hotline for Domestic Violence, Homelessness, Child and Adult Protective Services
- Veteran’s Crisis Line
Federally Qualified Health Centers
Federally Qualified Health Centers, or FQHCs, are places where you can get primary medical and behavioral health services. They help people with different types of insurance and even those without insurance. If you don't have insurance, they can adjust the cost based on what you can afford. They also offer services in different languages. The LBHA doesn't directly control FQHCs, but they work together to support the behavioral health of people in the county.
- CCI Health Services
- Elaine Ellis Center of Health
- Family and Medical Counseling Service Inc
- Greater Baden Medical Services
- La Clínica del Pueblo
- Mary’s Center
Behavioral Health Consumer Education, Advocacy, and Recovery Support Groups
Veteran Services
Other Community Services
Behavioral Health Resources for Children and Adolescents
Student Resources
If you're a student and need help with your mental health, many schools in Prince George's County have counselors who are there to support you. You can ask your school for more information, and you can also learn about mental health resources provided by the school.
Local Care Team
Parents or caregivers, if you're dealing with challenges like feeling stuck with multiple agencies, not knowing where to find services, or feeling overwhelmed, you can contact the Department of Family Services at (301) 265-8446 to get more information about the Local Care Team. They can help guide you through the process.
Please contact the Department of Family Services, Children, Youth and Families Division at (301) 265-8446 to find out more information about the Local Care Team.
Youth Services Bureaus
In some municipalities in Prince George's County, there are extra services for young people. The LBHA doesn't control these services, but they can be important resources for people in the community. Here are some Youth Service Bureaus in the county.
- Bowie Youth & Family Services
- College Park Youth & Family Services
- District Heights Youth Services Bureau
- Greenbelt Cares
- Laurel Helping Youth Service Bureau
Grievances or Complaints
If you ever have a problem with a mental health or substance use program or professional, you can file a complaint with the Local Behavioral Authority. They want to make sure everyone gets the right help. Just call (301) 856-9500, and they'll work with you and the program to figure things out.
Resources for Behavioral Health Providers
Requests for Letters of Support - Stakeholders and community members may request a letter of support for grant proposals and other projects. Please attach a draft letter that includes:
- organization's contact information
- description of the project
- partnership with the LBHA (if applicable)
- benefits to community residents
Telehealth
Sometimes, you can get help for your mental health or substance use without going to an office. This is called telehealth, where you talk to a professional through video or audio calls. It's like having a meeting online to discuss how you're feeling and get support. You can ask your doctor or counselor if they offer telehealth services.
Other Resources
- Behavioral Health Administration
- Optum Maryland
- Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR)
- Accreditation and Licensing
To stay up-to-date with new and urgent information, all providers should sign up for Optum Provider Alerts by sending an email to: marylandproviderrelations@optum.com.