Behavioral & mental health services in Maricopa County

Behavioral health Maricopa

Breaking down barriers to mental health care in Maricopa County with 24/7 in-home and virtual visits, bilingual providers, and culturally sensitive care—at no additional cost to eligible families through their AHCCCS plan.

If you've been contacted by Nest or your health plan or think you and your family might be eligible, call us today: 866-222-NEST (6378)

Or log in to your Nest member portal here.

*Nest is available at no additional cost to all family members covered by participating health plans.

Comprehensive behavioral & mental health services in Maricopa County

  • Crisis Intervention & 24/7 Support: Immediate help when Maricopa County's crisis lines are overwhelmed

  • Bilingual Therapy & Counseling: Spanish-speaking providers for individual, family, and group therapy

  • Children's Behavioral Health: Early intervention for ADHD, anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges in kids

  • Youth & Teen Mental Health: Specialized support addressing rising suicide rates among county youth

  • Culturally Competent Care: Understanding Latino cultural values while providing evidence-based treatment

  • Substance Use Support: Addressing opioid crisis impacting Maricopa County

  • Trauma & PTSD Care: Support for communities affected by violence and historical trauma

  • LGBTQ+ Affirming Care: Safe, judgment-free support for vulnerable youth populations

  • Medication Management: Accessible psychiatric care when traditional providers aren't available

  • Care Coordination: Connecting families to Maricopa County resources and community support

Personalized, whole-family behavioral & mental health care in Maricopa County: Why choose Nest Health?

  • 24/7 Availability: Get the support you need, whenever you need it. The Nest Family Care Line is available 24/7, ensuring that you are never alone in a crisis or when you need guidance.

  • Overcoming Provider Shortages: When traditional mental health providers in Maricopa County have months-long waitlists, Nest Health provides same-day and next-day appointments through our in-home and virtual care model.

  • Culturally Competent Care: Our bilingual providers understand Latino cultural values around family, mental health stigma, and traditional healing practices. We provide care that respects your cultural background while delivering evidence-based treatment.

  • Breaking Down Access Barriers: No transportation to Phoenix clinics? No problem. Nest brings mental health care directly to your home, eliminating the transportation barriers that keep 14.1% of Maricopa County residents from getting needed care.

  • Crisis Support When You Need It: Having 24/7 crisis support is critical. The Nest Family Care Line ensures you're never alone during a mental health emergency.

  • No Stigma, Just Support: Our providers create a safe, judgment-free space where mental health is treated with the same importance as physical health.

  • Integrated Whole-Family Care: Mental health doesn't exist in isolation. At Nest Health, behavioral health services are integrated with comprehensive family medicine, ensuring your emotional and physical health are treated together.

  • No Extra Cost: If your family qualifies for our program through AHCCCS, there is no additional cost to you. Our services are part of your existing Medicaid benefits.

Local team
Our team of clinicians, local nurse practitioners, doctors, therapists, and family advocates brings care right to you, at home.

Designed around you
The supportive Nest team brings your family the care you deserve wherever and whenever it’s most convenient for you. No more filling out the same forms over and over, giving your medical history at each appointment, or sharing the same story at different doctor’s offices. No more standing in lines, sitting in crowded waiting rooms. Nest hears families and is here for families when and where they need it most.

The care You need
We’re with your family at every stage and in every season. From back-to-school check-ups and sports physicals to necessary vaccines and milestones, to therapy to work forms, Nest has you covered.

No cost
If your family qualifies for Nest, there is no additional cost to you. That’s because our services are part of your existing health insurance benefits.

How Nest works

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What types of mental health conditions does Nest Health treat in Maricopa County?

    Nest’s mental health specialists can treat common conditions like ADHD, anxiety, and depression, as well as provide support for everyday challenges such as stress, worries, sadness, and parenting concerns. We also can support individuals with more complex conditions—like bipolar disorder or severe depression—in partnership with their existing psychiatrists or external care teams. Our goal is to ensure care plans are followed and families receive consistent, compassionate support to help navigate life’s challenges.

  • Does Nest Health offer therapy for children and teens in Maricopa County?

    Yes. Nest’s mental and behavioral health services include care for children, adolescents, and teenagers.

  • Can Nest Health prescribe medication for mental health conditions in Maricopa County?

    Yes, the Nest Health care team works together to support patients and their families through physical and mental conditions and can treat both. In some cases, Nest providers will partner with specialists who can best support patients. No matter who is writing the prescription, Nest Health with be with the patient through every step in the process and make sure the plan is working.

  • Are behavioral health services available virtually and in-home in Maricopa County?

    Nest’s primary care team can conduct developmental screenings and mental health screenings in the home. Treatment, if necessary, then continues via telehealth with Nest’s Mental Health Specialist.

  • How do I schedule a same-day or next-day appointment in Maricopa County?

    If you've been contacted by Nest or your health plan or think you and your family might be eligible, call us today at 866-222-NEST (6378) to schedule your same-or-next-day appointment. If you are already a Nest patient, contact your care team and they’ll get you set up with care.

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    Does Nest Health provide referrals to local mental health specialists in Maricopa County?

    There are some situations where more specialized care will be required. When that happens, Nest Health’s mental health specialists will connect patients directly to a clinician best suited to meet the patient’s needs. The Nest Health team then works to coordinate care between the patient, the external clinician, and the Nest Health team to make sure care is consistent, accessible, and effective.

  • What languages do Nest Health behavioral health providers speak in Maricopa County?

    Currently, Nest Health’s mental health specialists speak English. Nest also provides translations services to be able to deliver care in a patient’s native language.

What patients in Maricopa County are saying

  • "For me, being sick means hiring a sitter for my kids. Now with Nest Health I have the ease of getting my kids and I the healthcare we need. As a family, we are all seen in the comfort of my home."

    Mom of 3 children

  • “Who doesn’t want the medical office to come to them? It’s probably the only way I can get checked as a new mom.”

    Mom with adult partner and baby <1 year old

  • “I would love nothing more than to have you guys come over and care for me because I feel like I never have time to do so.”

    Mom with adult partner and newborn

  • “I am really in need of some support and help with getting all five of my children seen on the same day because it’s hard enough to travel all together.”

    Single mom with 5 children

  • “Our first session was amazing. The energy and service were impeccable. My daughter is 10 months old and was singing, dancing and enjoying our new providers. Intimate and exclusive - exactly what we needed. I wish I had known about you during my pregnancy and delivery journey! I highly recommend Nest Health to everyone!”

    Mom with <1 year old baby

  • “My visit with Nest Health was great! The team was lovely. It feels so good to see people who can relate to me and the things that I’ve been through. I’m excited for my health care journey with Nest Health.”

    Expecting Mom

If you've been contacted by Nest or your health plan or think you and your family might be eligible, call us today at 866-222-NEST (6378) to start your journey toward wellness.

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