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Community Health Associates | Integrated Mental & Physical Health Services
Founded in 2004 by Doreen M. Lewis, Community Health Associates has dedicated 18 years to providing accessible mental and physical healthcare to underserved populations in Arizona. Our mission prioritizes patient rights, cultural competence, and integrated care models that combine behavioral health, substance abuse treatment, and primary care coordination. With locations across Yuma, Tucson, and surrounding counties, we offer telehealth services, crisis intervention programs, and specialized treatment for justice-involved individuals.Our certified bilingual staff ensures language accessibility, while our sliding fee schedule maintains affordability for all patients. Through partnerships with local probation departments and health systems, we deliver comprehensive care that emphasizes prevention, chronic disease management, and community-based support networks.
Services
Outpatient Psychiatric Services
Physical Health Screenings
Behavioral Health Counseling
Substance Abuse Treatment
Justice Involved Programs
Telehealth Consultations
Chronic Disease Management
Crisis Intervention
Family Counseling
Medication Coordination
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- 18 years serving Arizona communities with specialized mental health care
- Integrated treatment combining behavioral health, substance abuse, and primary care
- Telehealth services for remote patient accessibility
- Sliding fee schedule for income-based affordability
- Crisis support available 24/7 through dedicated hotlines
What people say
Excellent care
Professional communication
Great services
Compassionate support
Accessible care
Services
Outpatient Psychiatric Services
Our psychiatric services combine telehealth and in-person consultations to address mental health needs through personalized treatment plans. We offer medication management, diagnostic assessments, and coordination with primary care providers. Patients receive comprehensive support for achieving optimal mental health functioning through evidence-based therapies and community resource connections.
Substance Abuse Treatment
Specialized programs address substance use disorders through individual counseling, group therapy, and evidence-based curricula like Living In Balance. We provide DUI treatment options and coordinate care for co-occurring mental health conditions. Our approach integrates peer support and community reintegration strategies for sustainable recovery outcomes.
Justice Involved Programs
Collaborating with adult probation departments, we deliver integrated behavioral health and primary care for justice-involved individuals. Our TIP sites focus on reducing recidivism through coordinated treatment plans that address both physical and mental health needs during reentry processes.
Crisis Intervention
24/7 crisis resources include immediate phone support and in-person assessment services. We provide safety planning, risk evaluation, and connection to ongoing treatment for individuals experiencing acute mental health crises or suicidal ideation.
Chronic Disease Management
Our medical providers offer comprehensive management for chronic conditions through regular screenings, immunizations, and personalized treatment plans. Services focus on diabetes prevention, cancer screenings, and health education to improve long-term patient outcomes.
People
Doreen M. Lewis
Founder
Established Community Health Associates in 2004 to expand mental health access in Arizona. With decades of healthcare leadership experience, she developed integrated service models that prioritize underserved populations and cultural competence.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide outpatient psychiatric care, individual counseling, medication management, and specialized programs for trauma and substance abuse through both in-person and telehealth appointments.
Do you accept patients without insurance?
Yes, we offer a sliding fee schedule based on income and family size to ensure affordable care for uninsured and underinsured patients.
Are crisis services available after hours?
Our crisis hotline operates 24/7 at 1-844-534-4673 for immediate mental health emergencies requiring professional intervention.
What locations serve southern Arizona?
We operate clinics in Yuma, Tucson, San Luis, Parker, and Douglas with mobile outreach programs covering rural communities across four Arizona counties.
Do you provide substance abuse treatment?
Yes, our evidence-based programs include outpatient counseling, group therapy, and DUI treatment options with certified addiction specialists at multiple locations.
