Edelman Westside Mental Health Center

Edelman Westside Mental Health Center is a Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health clinic in Los Angeles, California providing outpatient mental health and co-occurring substance use treatment for adults.

The clinic emphasizes integrated recovery oriented care that addresses mental health and substance use together within a community-based model.

Psychiatric Services and Substance Use Treatment

Care begins with a clinical assessment to identify mental health needs, substance use concerns, and appropriate level of support. From there clients may be connected to counseling and medication management, case management, and field based services.

Treatment incorporates evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, interpersonal therapy, and integrated dual-disorders treatment for co-occurring substance use.

Additional supports include psychiatric services and psychosocial rehabilitation, peer support, telehealth, and referrals for specialized addiction care when needed.

Quick Facts About Edelman Westside Mental Health Center

• Level of care: Outpatient mental health services with co-occurring substance use support.
• Who they treat: Adults 18 and older, including transitional age young adults and seniors.
• Approach: CBT, DBT, interpersonal therapy, and integrated dual disorders treatment.
• Recovery supports: Peer support, supported employment, and housing assistance.
• Payment options: Medicaid, Medicare, self pay, sliding scale, and financial aid through LACDMH.
• Access: Telehealth available alongside in-person outpatient and community based services.