Open Access for Urgent Behavioral Health Services

Our Open Access system is open 8AM-8PM Monday-Friday and Saturdays 8AM-12PM, and can be reached for same-day services by walking in or calling our main number 508-693-7900.

Immediate community-based urgent care for mental health and substance use disorders including:

  • Short-term observation of individuals in need of immediate or urgent mental health services.
  • Assessment of critical needs in regard to mental health and substance use.
  • Brief intervention including short-term team counseling, peer support, crisis planning, and safety planning for those at risk.
  • Referral, support, and care coordination through care transitions.

As a course of treatment, individuals and families (with or without insurance) are thoroughly assessed by one of our Master’s-level clinicians or licensed mental health clinicians.

Clients struggling with mental health, substance use, dual diagnosis, suicidal thoughts and acute stressors can be referred for services or walk-in on an as needed basis. Individuals with significant harm or risk factors may be referred to the Emergency Room at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital for further assessment and care needs.