## About behavioral health ## Behavioral health and care options Behavioral health refers to your overall mental and emotional wellbeing, including how you cope with day-to-day challenges. Care options cover treatment for issues like depression, anxiety, substance use, and other addictions. Members have access to a wide variety of virtual and in-person behavioral health providers. Blue Plus members have a wide variety of provider options for care, support, and coverage for mental health and substance use concerns. Virtual and in-person options are available for most members.\* ### Core behavioral disorders Anxiety, depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and more. ### Child and adolescent disorders Autism, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), suicidal ideation and more. ### Substance use disorders Smoking, vaping, alcohol abuse, opioids and more. ## Resources ## Behavioral health resources Behavioral health services and programs are available at no cost to Medical Assistance (Medicaid) members. [Use the Find Care tool](https://findadoctormn.sapphirecareselect.com/?ci=bcbsmn-medicaid&network_id=502) to search for in-person behavioral health providers in your network. Select your plan name and zip code, then search for “Behavioral Health.” ## Virtual, online and in-person services ### Charlie Health Virtual care Intensive therapy for children and adults Comprehensive virtual mental healthcare programs, including group sessions, individual therapy, and family therapy, plus wraparound services like 24/7 crisis care, psychiatric services, and more. Call **986-206-0414**, TTY **711** Ages 11-50 *Available to Blue AdvantageSM Families and Children and MinnesotaCare members* [Visit Charlie Health](https://www.charliehealth.com/bcbsmn?What_is_your_organization=BCBS_Minnesota_%28Commercial%29&RS_Account_ID=0015e00000NV576AAD) ### growtherapy Virtual care Makes finding a great virtual therapist easy. Book online with a qualified therapist who fits your needs on your timeline. It's therapy on your terms. Call **786-244-3504**, TTY **711** *Available to Minnesota residents only.* [Visit growtherapy](https://growtherapy.com/members/bcbsmn/filters?setting=Virtual&utm_medium=search-results&utm_source=bcbsmn-db&utm_campaign=90-bcbsmn-members&state=Minnesota&par=1) ### Headway Virtual and in-person\* care options Headway simplifies finding an in-network mental health provider with upfront costs, insurance checks, and instant booking across 20+ specialties. Call **646-941-7645**, TTY **711** *\*Limited in-person care options* *Available to Minnesota residents only.* [Visit Headway](https://care.headway.co/coverage/bcbsminnesota) ### Rula Virtual care Mental healthcare specialized to your needs. Schedule a virtual appointment with a licensed provider from various backgrounds and specialties. Ages 5+ Call **323-642-3806**, TTY **711** [Visit Rula](https://www.rula.com/bcbsmndir/) ### Mightier Mightier is a fun digital program that helps kids learn how to manage big feelings. Children play special video games while wearing a heart‑rate sensor. When their heart rate rises, the game reacts—showing them when it’s time to slow down and use calming skills like deep breathing and relaxing their muscles. Parents get access to a companion app that makes it easy to track progress and get helpful tips. Ages: 4-17 years old *Available to Blue AdvantageSM Families and Children and MinnesotaCare members.* [Visit Mightier](https://www.mightier.com/blueplus/) ### Learn to Live Online program Living with stress, insomnia, depression, substance use or social anxiety? Learn to Live is an online program that's available anytime to help you work through it. Enter access code **BLUEPLUS** (case sensitive). [Access Learn to Live](https://learntolive.com/blueplus) ### Doctor On Demand Telehealth Visit with a licensed psychologist or board-certified psychiatrist using the video feature on your phone, tablet or computer. Mental health professionals are available by appointment to help with depression, social anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and loss or workplace stress. [Learn more about Doctor On Demand](https://www.doctorondemand.com/bcbsmn) ## Specialized support ### Care Manager (Case Management) support Care managers work with members to identify the right healthcare provider to fit the member's unique needs and preferences, and to help schedule their behavioral health appointments that cover: - Gender care - Cultural related care needs - Provider preferences - Location preferences For Blue AdvantageSM Families and Children, MinnesotaCare and Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+) plans: Call **1-800-711-9862**, TTY **711**. For SecureBlue (MSHO) plan: Call **1-888-740-6013**, TTY **711**. ### Quitting Tobacco Program Develop and maintain a quit plan with support from a wellness coach. **1-855-552-2583**, TTY **711** Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Central Time Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Central Time The call is free. [Learn more about quitting tobacco support](/quit-smoking-or-vaping-our-tobacco-support-article "Quit smoking or vaping with our tobacco support article") ### Get rides when you need them BlueRideSM from Blue Plus offers you a safe and reliable ride to covered medical, dental, and pharmacy visits with doctors in your plan network. You can also use BlueRide to go to participating fitness locations, health and wellbeing classes, and Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings.\* [Learn more and schedule a ride](/our-plans/medical-assistance-medicaid/medical-assistance-resources/blueride-transportation "BlueRide Transportation Request") ### Nurse line Experienced registered nurses are available anytime, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week when you need help getting answers to your health related questions or guidance on where to go for care. Call **1-888-275-3974**, TTY **711**. ## Autism support ### Autism navigation services A Blue Cross navigator is available to assist you throughout the course of your child’s treatment. They will help you find in-network providers who can support the needs of you and your child. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) research shows that early intervention treatment services can greatly improve your child’s development. Options include: - Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention (EIDBI) services - Provide guidance and caregiver support - Ensure access to therapy and skill-based services - Coordinate with providers and care systems - Community services For Blue AdvantageSM Families and Children and MinnesotaCare plans: Call **1-800-711-9862**, TTY **711**. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The call is free. [Learn more about autism support](/find-care/support-families-living-autism) ### Minnesota autism resource portal Learn about available healthcare programs through Minnesota Department of Health and other state agencies that connect people to medical services and supports and manage health conditions. [View the autism resource portal](https://mn.gov/autism/about-autism/) ## Local support services ### Community Resource Link When you need a little extra help, it can be hard to know where to go. Use our Community Resource Link to find free or low-cost services near you. [Visit the Community Resource Link](https://mnbcbs.findhelp.com/) ### Disability Hub Disability Hub MN is a free statewide resource network that helps people with disabilities solve problems, navigate the system and plan for the future. Call toll free at **1-866-333-2466**, TTY **711**. [Chat with an expert](https://disabilityhubmn.org/contact-us/#) Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ### Minnesota Aging Pathways Minnesota Aging Pathways, a service of the Minnesota Board on Aging, offers free statewide information and resources for seniors. [Learn more about Minnesota Aging Pathways](https://mn.gov/aging-pathways) Or call toll free at **1-800-333-2433**, TTY **711**. *Available to Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+) and SecureBlue (MSHO) members* ![An adult and child embracing one another.](/sites/default/files/styles/3x2_third/public/79b31b29-9358-4332-a27d-10756ad0f14b.jpg.webp?itok=F1ztPP8z) ### Healthy Rewards program As a Blue Advantage*SM* Families and Children or MinnesotaCare member, you can earn rewards when you and your family complete preventive screenings and well-care visits. *Available to Blue AdvantageSM Families and Children and MinnesotaCare members.* [Learn more about our Healthy Rewards program](/our-plans/medical-assistance-medicaid/medical-assistance-resources/healthy-rewards-program) ## Need help now ### Blue Cross Behavioral Health Crisis Line Access behavioral health support 24/7. **1-888-275-3974** ### Suicide & Crisis Lifeline If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available 24/7. Call or text **988** to chat [988lifeline.org](https://www.988lifeline.org/) ### Minnesota Warmline Looking for support? Need to talk? If you’re struggling with your mental health but aren’t experiencing a mental health crisis or emergency, reach out to the Minnesota Warmline. Call **651-288-0400** or **1-877-404-3190** Text **SUPPORT** to **85511** Open seven days a week, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ### Additional crisis lines **Crisis Text Line** Text **HOME** to **741741** from anywhere in the United States, anytime. **Domestic violence crisis line** Call **1-866-223-1111** Text **612-399-9995** **Veterans crisis line** Call **1-800-273-8255** — Press 1 \*Restrictions and conditions apply. SecureBlueSM (HMO SNP) is a health plan that contracts with both Medicare and the Minnesota Medical Assistance program to provide benefits of both programs to members. Enrollment in SecureBlue depends on contract renewal. Charlie Health is an independent company that provides virtual behavioral health services. Grow Therapy is an independent company that provides virtual behavioral health services. Headway is an independent company that provides virtual and limited in-person behavioral health services. Rula is an independent company that provides virtual behavioral health services. Mightier is an independent company that provides virtual behavioral health services. Learn to Live, Inc. is an independent company offering online tools and programs for behavioral health support. Learn to Live is an educational program and should not be considered medical treatment. Doctor On Demand® by Included Health is an independent company providing telehealth services. MIDS = DHS\_021626\_K02 DHS Approved 02/18/2026 H2425\_021626\_K02\_C