How to use CareSource for therapy in Georgia.
Step-by-step guide to using your CareSource Medicaid insurance for therapy in Georgia. Learn about $0 copay benefits, covered services, and how to start therapy today.
The four-step play
From benefits check to first session.
We do steps 1–3 with you over the phone if you’d rather skip the legwork.
Confirm Your CareSource Medicaid Enrollment
Make sure your CareSource Georgia Medicaid coverage is active. Call CareSource member services at 1-855-202-0729 or check your online portal.
- Confirm your CareSource plan is active and current
- CareSource Medicaid members typically pay $0 copay for therapy
- No deductible applies for most CareSource Medicaid behavioral health services
- Ask about any visit limits for outpatient therapy
- Have your CareSource member ID number ready
Find an In-Network CareSource Provider in Georgia
MentalSpace Therapy is in-network with CareSource Georgia. Using an in-network provider means $0 copay for most members.
- Call MentalSpace Therapy at 404-832-0102 to confirm your CareSource coverage
- Search CareSource's provider directory at caresource.com
- Filter by behavioral health providers in your Georgia area
- No referral is needed for outpatient mental health services
- Ask about telehealth options for online therapy
Schedule Your First Therapy Session
Contact MentalSpace Therapy to schedule your first appointment. We verify your CareSource coverage and confirm your $0 copay before your visit.
- Provide your CareSource member ID and date of birth
- Describe your therapy needs briefly
- No referral is required -- schedule directly with MentalSpace Therapy
- Ask about evening and weekend availability
- Telehealth sessions are available if you prefer online therapy
Attend Your Session at No Cost
Most CareSource Medicaid members pay $0 for therapy sessions. MentalSpace Therapy bills CareSource directly for all covered services.
- No copay is typically due at the time of service
- MentalSpace Therapy files all claims directly with CareSource
- You may receive an EOB showing services rendered at no cost to you
- Keep your CareSource card current and bring it to each appointment
- Contact MentalSpace Therapy if you receive any unexpected bills
What’s usually covered
Common CareSource therapy benefits.
Plans vary — confirm with us before your first session.
Individual Therapy
$0 copay for most CareSource Medicaid members
Family Counseling
Covered at $0 copay for Medicaid-eligible members
Teen/Child Therapy
Mental health services covered for children and adolescents
Telehealth Sessions
Virtual therapy covered at the same rate as in-person
No Referral Required
Direct access to behavioral health providers
No Deductible
Medicaid plans typically have no deductible for behavioral health
CareSource therapy FAQ
The questions members ask first.
Do I really pay $0 for therapy with CareSource?
Yes. Most CareSource Georgia Medicaid members pay $0 copay for outpatient mental health services, including individual therapy and telehealth sessions.
Does CareSource cover family therapy?
Yes. CareSource covers family counseling and couples therapy when provided by a licensed, in-network provider.
What if my CareSource coverage lapses?
If your Medicaid eligibility changes, contact the Georgia Department of Community Health to renew. In the meantime, MentalSpace Therapy offers affordable self-pay rates.
Can my child see a therapist through CareSource?
Yes. CareSource covers mental health services for children and teens through the Georgia Families and PeachCare programs.
Does CareSource cover crisis services?
Yes. CareSource covers crisis intervention and emergency behavioral health services. For immediate crisis support, call 988 or the Georgia Crisis Line at 1-800-715-4225.
We’ll verify your CareSource benefits free of charge.
Have your member ID handy. We’ll tell you your exact copay before your first session.