Metrocare Skillman Family Mental Health Clinic
Metrocare Skillman Family Mental Health Clinic provides mental health care for adults, teens and children, along with a chemical dependency program, homeless and housing services and Metrocare pharmacy services on site.
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Hours of operation
- Monday
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Tuesday
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Wednesday
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Thursday
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Friday
- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Address
9708 Skillman St
Dallas, TX 75243
Phone
Hours
Mon-Fri, 8 am to 5 pm
Who we serve
Adults, teens and children
Services at this location
Diagnostic Evaluation & Medication Management
Counseling, Case Management, & Skills Development
Chemical Dependency Program (Ambulatory Detox and Adult Outpatient)
Learn about MATPharmacy Services
Community-Based Services
Homeless & Housing Services
Your first visit
At the first visit you will meet with a Qualified Mental Health Professional to complete assessments, talk through needs and set initial recovery goals. Each client is also evaluated by a psychiatrist or nurse practitioner, and a financial assessment is completed with the business office. Parents or guardians attend with children and teens. Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time.
- Photo ID or driver's license (parent or guardian ID for children)
- Social Security card
- Birth certificate and guardianship papers for children (if applicable)
- Front and back of all insurance cards (if insured)
- Proof of income from the last 30 days (if uninsured)
- Proof of residency from the last 30 days, such as a utility bill or lease (if uninsured)
Insurance & payment
Metrocare provides services to all individuals regardless of ability to pay. We accept Medicaid, Medicare, CHIP, private insurance and self-pay, with self-pay options on a sliding fee scale. For those who are uninsured, services may be available free of charge after a financial assessment.
Please bring copies of any insurance information to your first appointment.
Planning your visit
Accessibility
This location has a wheelchair-accessible entrance.
Appointments
Call the clinic at 214-221-5433 or request an appointment online and our team will contact you about next steps. Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment time.
Frequently asked questions
How do I make an appointment at Skillman Family Clinic?
Call the clinic at 214-221-5433 or request an appointment online at https://www.metrocareservices.org/mental-health-services/adults/. A Metrocare team member will contact you about next steps. Parents can request care for a child or teen at https://www.metrocareservices.org/mental-health-services/children-teen/.
Do I need insurance to be seen?
No. Metrocare provides services regardless of ability to pay. We accept Medicaid, Medicare, CHIP, private insurance and self-pay. If you are uninsured, services may be free after a financial assessment at your first visit.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Bring a photo ID, your Social Security card and the front and back of all insurance cards. If you are uninsured, also bring proof of income and proof of residency dated within the last 30 days. For a child, bring the child’s birth certificate and Social Security card, the parent or guardian’s ID, and guardianship papers if applicable.
See the full list at https://www.metrocareservices.org/what-should-i-bring-to-my-first-appointment/.
What happens at the first visit?
You will meet with a Qualified Mental Health Professional for assessments and goal setting, see a psychiatrist or nurse practitioner for an evaluation, and complete a financial assessment. Please arrive 30 minutes early.
What should I do in a mental health crisis?
Call the NTBHA Crisis Hotline at (866) 260-8000 to talk with a trained mental health counselor. For immediate help, dial 911.
Does Metrocare offer Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)?
Yes. Metrocare’s outpatient MAT program for adults with opioid use disorder combines medication management with individual and group counseling, peer support and help connecting to housing, employment and transportation resources. Learn more at https://www.metrocareservices.org/mat/adults/.
How do I get started with MAT?
Contact the MAT intake team at 469-705-9170 or IOPSOPReferrals@metrocareservices.org. You can expect a call back the next business day to schedule your assessment. Bring a photo ID, proof of income, proof of residence and any insurance information.
Does insurance cover MAT?
Most plans, including Medicaid and Medicare, cover MAT services, and Metrocare also treats people who are uninsured. The admissions team can verify your benefits and go over payment options.
