Behavioral Health - Golden Valley Health Centers
Behavioral Health • Turlock, CA • Since 1972
About
Summary: - The Behavioral Health program at Golden Valley Health Centers (GVHC) in Turlock provides mental health services as part of GVHC’s integrated care. - Highlights include involvement from GVHC’s Behavioral Health Team, led by licensed clinicians, and content such as the Golden Voices Podcast featuring staff discussions on behavioral health topics. - GVHC promotes awareness and access to mental health care, with ongoing updates and resources accessible through GVHC communications. If you need, I can pull specific contact info or how to schedule an appointment with the Turlock Behavioral Health team.
Clinic Type
Behavioral Health
Address
Not explicitly listed on the page
Phone
(209) 722-GVHC (4842)
info@cvpace.org
Opening Hours
Crisis line and clinical services hours not fully specified; Crisis available (counties)
Telehealth
Yes (Telehealth visits and tele-health listed)
Emergency Care
After Hours Mental Health Resources; crisis lines listed
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Insurance & Payment
—
Languages Spoken
—
FAQs
Crisis intervention for GVHC patients – during business hours of 8:00-5:00
Provided as part of services; contact during business hours for crisis intervention.
What services are included in Behavioral Health at GVHC?
Individual counseling, Telehealth visits, Family therapy, Case management and life-skills support, Psychiatry and medication management, Recovery services for substance use.
Who is served by Behavioral Health at GVHC?
Services are available for established GVHC patients; MAT services for patients and non-patients with GVHC.
What levels of care are available?
Services available for Mild to Moderate Level of Care; higher-end moderate level of care referred to health plan or community providers; Severe Mental Illness referred to County Mental Behavioral Health and Recovery Services.
What roles are included in Licensed Mental Health Clinicians and Associates?
Comprehensive Bio-Psycho-Social Assessments, Individualized Treatment Plans, Individual Therapy, Tele-Health, Crisis Intervention to GVHC Patients, one-on-one drug and alcohol counseling, MAT counseling for Opioid use Disorder, psychiatry/tele-psychiatry referrals.
Where is Behavioral Health offered geographically?
Serving Merced, Stanislaus and San Joaquin Counties.
How to schedule an appointment?
To schedule an appointment at GVHC call or text (209) 722-GVHC (4842).
Social Media
Photos
What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye: 4.8 out of 5 stars (529 reviews (Aggregate))
- Yelp: 1.6 out of 5 stars (169 reviews (Aggregate))
- Birdeye (Urgent Care): 4.4 out of 5 stars (167 reviews (Aggregate))
Patients praise
- Friendly and professional staff in some instances
- Appreciation for the expertise and caring approach of specific medical providers
- Some patients report timely access to services and efficient pharmacy communication
Common complaints
- Difficulty scheduling appointments and long wait times
- Concerns regarding administrative and receptionist responsiveness, including phone system issues
- Inconsistent experiences with continuity of care (seeing different providers)
- Issues with medication refills and specialist referrals
- Reports of unprofessional or rude staff behavior
"The specialists are fantastic. I get whatever refurrals are needed quickly."
— Birdeye user review"Honestly the worst experience. All the girls so lost they have no idea what they r doing. Made me fill the paperwork 2 times..."
— Birdeye user review"I have never seen the same medical practitioner twice in 2 years. I cannot get referrals for specialists. They cannot write prescriptions correctly two months in a row."
— Yelp user reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Stanislaus attempts to expand behavioral health workforce | Modesto Bee — Oct 21, 2025
- MacKenzie Schissler, PA - CVQCN — Nov 18, 2025
- Mirah-Aizza Galuego, PA - CVQCN — Nov 18, 2025
- Dr. Abhilasha Sharma, MD - Family Medicine Doctor in Modesto, CA — May 14, 2026
- County to beef up mental health services over next three years - Turlock Journal — Jun 17, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
More behavioral health clinics in Turlock
Comparing your options?
See other behavioral health clinics in Turlock, or search the full directory by insurance, ratings, and more.