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Types of behavioral health services

When organizations like Aspire Health & Community Services describe their work, you may see several program names. Below is a high-level comparison for journalists, partners, and families—always confirm eligibility on the program’s own page.

Integrated community access (CBHC)

Community Behavioral Health Centers aim to reduce fragmentation so people can access mental health and substance use supports in a coordinated way. Aspire summarizes its model on the CBHC program page.

Community Behavioral Health Center →

Urgent behavioral health (BHUC)

When someone needs timely behavioral health attention but may not need the emergency department, urgent care–style access can be an option. Scope and hours depend on the provider.

Behavioral Health Urgent Care →

Adult community clinical services (ACCS)

Community-based services for adults often emphasize rehabilitation, clinical care, and community integration. Read Aspire’s description for specifics.

Adult Community Clinical Services →

Day treatment

Structured daytime programs can support school- or work-age individuals with regular therapeutic activities while they remain in their community.

Discovery Day Treatment →

In-home therapy & therapeutic mentoring

Delivering care where life happens can help families and youth build skills in real-world settings.

In-Home Therapy & Therapeutic Mentoring →

Early intervention

For young children, early identification and family-centered services can change trajectories. Programs follow state and clinical guidelines.

Early Intervention →

Peer support

Peers with lived experience offer relational support that complements—but does not replace—clinical treatment. Aspire notes that peers provide understanding and encouragement in recovery.

Peer-to-Peer Program →

Aspire has served communities for over 100 years and emphasizes personalized care—see the programs overview and the programs directory (all /programs/ URLs on one page for partners).