Highlights – Momentum for Health

Who We Are

WHO WE ARE

We are one of Santa Clara County’s largest providers of behavioral health care.

Our Leadership Team

Get to know our Executive Team and Board of Directors.

Our Story

Learn more about our history serving Santa Clara County for the last 60+ years.

FAQs

Read answers to commonly asked questions.
How We Can Help

HOW WE CAN HELP

Holistic, personalized mental health and addiction treatment services for adults in Santa Clara County.

Outpatient Services

Adult Outpatient Program

Employment Services

Independent and Supported Housing

Residential Services

Adult Residential Treatment

Crisis Stabilization Unit

Crisis Residential Treatment

Parisi House on the Hill

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

TRUST Mobile Response Program

Mental Health First Aid Trainings

PRIVATE INSURANCE

La Selva Group
Get Involved

Get Involved

Take part in meaningful opportunities that advance healing, connection, and well‑being.

Ways to Give

Support life‑changing mental health and recovery programs in your community.

Volunteer

Put your values into action through customized volunteering opportunities.

Events

Join us for events that celebrate recovery and strengthen support for our mission.
Work With Us

WORK WITH US

Join us as we create a better future for Santa Clara County.

Careers

Build a meaningful career supporting individuals and families on their mental health and recovery journeys.

Internships

Develop your experience in community mental health and addiction recovery while learning from knowledgeable professionals.
Our Impact

OUR IMPACT

Each year, we provide more than 4,500 individuals with residential and outpatient behavioral health treatment.

News & Stories

Discover our latest updates, announcements, and more.

Reports & Publications

Our reports offer a detailed look at the impact of our programs and the mission-driven work behind them.

Category: Highlights

Highlights

PTSD Awareness Month: “We Do Not Need to Walk Through Every Day Afraid”

PTSD Awareness Month is acknowledged every June. To mark the occasion, Momentum for Health spoke with one of our expert clinicians to learn more about the condition and its impacts.

June 25, 2026

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A One-Year Reflection from President & CEO Michael Scates

June 18, 2026

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Stories of Service: How Volunteers Shape Momentum

We invited several volunteers to share their experiences in their own words — what brought them to Momentum, what they learned, and more.

March 10, 2026

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Black History Month 2026: Q&A with Ronita Rainey

Momentum for Health is proud to spotlight Ronita Rainey (pictured above), Lead AOD Residential Coordinator at our Parisi House on the Hill program.

February 17, 2026

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Men’s Mental Health Month Q&A with Michael Scates, President & CEO

June is Men’s Mental Health Month! Our new President & CEO, Michael Scates, joined us for a brief Q&A about mental wellness, daily routines to stay centered, and more.

June 29, 2025

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AAPI Heritage Month 2025: Q&A with Daniel Lem

This AAPI Heritage Month, we’re excited to highlight Daniel Kah Ming Lem, a clinician at our Eastside Outpatient program.

May 29, 2025

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AAPI Heritage Month 2025: Q&A with Stella (Sheetal) Rao

In honor of AAPI Heritage Month, we’re proud to spotlight Stella (Sheetal) Rao, Marriage and Family Therapist intern at Momentum for Health.

May 28, 2025

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National Volunteer Week Highlight: Meet Chelsie

Happy National Volunteer Week! Today, we’re highlighting an amazing Momentum volunteer, Chelsie.

April 22, 2025

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Black History Month 2025: Q&A with Cedric Anderson

This Black History Month, Momentum for Health is proud to spotlight Cedric Anderson, a dedicated member of our team whose work contributes to building a more inclusive and supportive community.

February 25, 2025

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“I Feel Safe Here”: Shining a Light on Momentum’s Supportive Housing Program

Learn more about Momentum’s Supportive Housing Program (SHP) with Roberto Alvarez, Supervisor of Housing Services at Momentum.

August 13, 2024

We are one of Santa Clara County’s largest providers of behavioral health care.

Holistic, personalized mental health and addiction treatment services for adults in Santa Clara County.

Take part in meaningful opportunities that advance healing, connection, and well‑being.

Join us as we create a better future for Santa Clara County.

Each year, we provide more than 4,500 individuals with residential and outpatient behavioral health treatment.

Category: Highlights

PTSD Awareness Month: “We Do Not Need to Walk Through Every Day Afraid”

A One-Year Reflection from President & CEO Michael Scates

Stories of Service: How Volunteers Shape Momentum

Black History Month 2026: Q&A with Ronita Rainey

Men’s Mental Health Month Q&A with Michael Scates, President & CEO

AAPI Heritage Month 2025: Q&A with Daniel Lem

AAPI Heritage Month 2025: Q&A with Stella (Sheetal) Rao

National Volunteer Week Highlight: Meet Chelsie

Black History Month 2025: Q&A with Cedric Anderson

“I Feel Safe Here”: Shining a Light on Momentum’s Supportive Housing Program

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We are one of Santa Clara County’s largest providers of behavioral health care.

Holistic, personalized mental health and addiction treatment services for adults in Santa Clara County.

Take part in meaningful opportunities that advance healing, connection, and well‑being.

Join us as we create a better future for Santa Clara County.

Each year, we provide more than 4,500 individuals with residential and outpatient behavioral health treatment.

Category: Highlights

PTSD Awareness Month: “We Do Not Need to Walk Through Every Day Afraid”

A One-Year Reflection from President & CEO Michael Scates

Stories of Service: How Volunteers Shape Momentum

Black History Month 2026: Q&A with Ronita Rainey

Men’s Mental Health Month Q&A with Michael Scates, President & CEO

AAPI Heritage Month 2025: Q&A with Daniel Lem

AAPI Heritage Month 2025: Q&A with Stella (Sheetal) Rao

National Volunteer Week Highlight: Meet Chelsie

Black History Month 2025: Q&A with Cedric Anderson

“I Feel Safe Here”: Shining a Light on Momentum’s Supportive Housing Program

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