Santa Cruz County CSP (195)

Crisis Stabilization Program

 

2250 Soquel Avenue, Suite 100
Santa Cruz, California  95062
831-600-2800 Main
831-600-2810 Fax


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Essentials At A Glance

Program Type: Crisis

To Make Referrals: If you or a family member needs emergency mental health services, you can come to the program located at:
2250 Soquel Avenue, Suite 100, Santa Cruz, CA 95062.

You will receive a screening by crisis staff to determine needs and eligibility. If the crisis warrants admission to an inpatient service, you will be referred to the adjacent inpatient hospital.

# of Chairs: 12 chairs

Who We Serve:

  • Adults, ages 18 and older (adults can be admitted voluntarily or involuntarily on 5150)

Hours of Operation: Open 24-hour, 7 days per week

About the Program: At the Santa Cruz Crisis Stabilization Program (CSP), we are here to help you find relief from distress and assist you in maintaining stability in your life.

We believe recovery starts from within, and that our job is to do whatever it takes to help you cope with crisis and gain skills to deal with your challenges more effectively. Our 12-chair program has a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, psychiatric prescribers, and nursing staff who are all here to help you on your path.

Our services emphasize choice-making skills and harm-reduction techniques. We provide a safe, respectful environment where you can receive immediate, individualized assistance and a compassionate presence to stabilize symptoms, avoid the need for higher levels of care, and receive appropriate referrals to community-based resources.