MENTAL HEALTH - LOCAL
Contact your health plan or insurance company for a referral for mental health services (psychiatrist, psychologist, marriage and family therapist social worker).
SANTA CLARITA VALLEY
NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS (NAMI) Santa Clarita Valley and San Fernando Valley
The SCV National Alliance on Mental Illness group hosts a Family Support Group (FSG) on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm. For more information, visit: https://www.namisfv.org/programs_services
In collaboration with College of the Canyons (COC), we co-sponsor an “Ask the Psychiatrist” evening on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30p.m. We invite a variety of psychiatrists to answer your questions.
NAMI has free support groups for peers (those who have a mental health condition) and free education classes /presentations for families, parents, peers, schools, and community on mental health/suicide awareness. For information, guidance, resources and support, please call SFV/SCV NAMI Helpline at (818) 994-6747. Email: [email protected]
SANTA CLARITA VALLEY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER
The Santa Clarita Valley Mental Health Center is directly-operated by Los Angels County Department of Mental Health.
Since 1974, SCVMHC has provided a range of mental health services to individuals 18 years of age and older who are experiencing symptoms of mental illness.
Mental health information and referrals:
• Mental health assessment
• Crisis intervention, evaluation for 5150
• Individual treatment
• Group treatment
• Case management
• Co-occurring disorder treatment (mental health/substance abuse)
• Medication management
• Psychological evaluation
• Vocational assessment and counseling
• Occupational assessment and counseling
Call: (661) 288-4800
Location: 23501 Cinema Drive, Valencia, CA
The facility is in walking distance of public transportation, Santa Clarita Transit buses 1-8.
Hours:
· Operation Hours: MON, WED, THURS, FRI 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
· TUES 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
· Walk In Hours: MON, WED, THURS, FRI 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
· TUES 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA: MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES FOR THE SANTA CLARITA VALLEY
Links are provided to various mental health resources only as informational resource by the City of Santa Clarita. The site(s) linked to are not maintained by or affiliated with the City of Santa Clarita.
CHILD & FAMILY CENTER
A provider of comprehensive prevention, early intervention, diagnostic evaluation and therapeutic services for children, teens, adults and families who live in the Santa Clarita Valley. Services are available Monday-Friday from 9am-5pm. (See website for updates.) Main Phone: (661) 259-9439; Alcohol & Drug Treatment Services: (661) 259-9439; Domestic Violence Program: (661) 259-8175 24-Hour DV Hotline: (661) 259-HELP (4357)
CHILDREN’S BUREAU
Children’s Bureau is here to help young children and youth (ages 0 to 21) and their families find ways to decrease potential outbursts and violence in the home and to meet their mental health needs. Children’s Bureau provides a wide range of counseling for kids and mental health services including a comprehensive assessment, child abuse therapy, family focused therapy, individual counseling, and group therapy.
COLLEGE OF THE CANYONS STUDENT HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER
The Center provides accessible, affordable Health & Mental Health Services as well as wellness activities, health & mental health education, outreach and case management services for Students attending COC.
HENRY MAYO NEWHALL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL – BEHAVIORAL HEALTH UNIT (ACUTE INPATIENT PROGRAM)
A 23-bed, acute psychiatric facility. The Behavioral Health Unit provides quality mental health treatment in an in-patient setting, for persons suffering from severe mental illness, who cannot be treated at a lower level of care. Individualized psychiatric treatment includes medication management, individual, and group therapy.
NORTHEAST VALLEY HEALTH CORPORATION
Northeast Valley Health Corporation was incorporated in 1971 by a group of San Fernando Valley civic leaders who envisioned establishing a healthcare system that catered to the medical needs of the local community. Today, NEVHC has grown to 14 health centers in the San Fernando and Santa Clarita valleys and continues to serve the uninsured and the medically underserved patients with limited financial resources. Nearly 70,000 patients receive medical, dental and behavioral health care at our health centers every year. NEVHC, one of the nation’s largest community health centers, is a nonprofit Joint Commission accredited Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC).
Call: Santa Clarita Valley 661-705-2040; San Fernando Valley 818-270-9777
OPEN PATH PSYCHOTHERAPY COLLECTIVE
Nonprofit that serves clients who lack health insurance, whose health insurance doesn’t provide adequate mental health benefits, and/or cannot afford current market rates for therapy. Therapists provide affordable, in-office psychotherapy.
MENTAL HEALTH HOOKUP
Mental Health Hookup is a Santa Clarita based 501(c)(3) nonprofit mental health agency dedicated to assisting those who are struggling with mental illness and homelessness in the greater Los Angeles area. This private agency directly helps clients and their families through family consultations, low-cost therapy, and case management, and assists them in obtaining SSI, SSD, veterans’ benefits, appropriate housing and additional services or referrals as needed. Call 1-888-544-1516.
SRD~STRAIGHTENING REINS
Samantha Rocha Dyer (SRD) Straightening Reins Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public not for profit established in 2011 specializing in equine-assisted and interactive therapies designed to improve adolescent and teen mental health and well-being. SRD provides behavioral, educational, and community outreach services to youth and their families in Los Angeles County. Providing HOPE through equine-based experiences to improve mental health. (661) 803-1641
CLEAR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Clear Behavioral Health merged with Insight Treatment in 2024 and expanded its services with multiple locations in Southern California and an online mental health option. The mission at Clear Behavioral Health is simple: to help those struggling with mental health and addiction live healthy, purposeful lives. We’re proud to provide highly individualized and in-network treatment in Los Angeles and, through our virtual programs, all of California.
For more than three decades Clear has served teens and their families through individual therapy, group therapy and experiential therapy, and in parent groups. Services for teens and adults include residential, outpatient, online outpatient, and evening virtual treatment for teens. Treatment is offered for both teens and adults for depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, Bipolar I & II, OCD, PTSD, and addiction or substance abuse
Online outpatient mental health services are offered online throughout California. Residential and outpatient centers are available at select locations throughout Los Angeles County and include a Teen Mental Health Treatment Center in Santa Clarita.
To learn more, visit the website or call (877) 799-1985. We are In Network with many private insurance plans.
ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
ADAA is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and co-occurring disorders through education, practice and evidence-based research. The website offers educational information and many resources for support, including tools to find member a therapist in your local area.
SAMUEL DIXON FAMILY HEALTH CENTER, INC.
Located in Val Verde (661) 257-4008, Newhall (661) 291-1777, Canyon Country (661) 424-1220, and the California Institute of the Arts and College of the Canyons campuses, this community health center accepts Medi-Cal, Medicare, My Health LA (MHLA) and Covered California Plans, and has a sliding scale for those without insurance. Appointments are preferred. Walk-Ins welcome. It provides comprehensive outpatient health services include mental health/behavioral counseling. For mental health/behavioral counseling, call (661) 468-7405.
MENTAL HEALTH AMERICA of LOS ANGELES (MHALA)
Mental Health America of Los Angeles (MHALA) works to ensure that people with mental health needs achieve meaningful, healthy lives in their communities. We serve adults and transition-age youth who are facing mental health needs and do not have financial resources, including Veterans and people who are or have been homeless.
MHALA’s comprehensive services include mental and medical health care, housing, wellness services, employment, educational and financial services, and more. Our services are provided by multi-disciplinary teams. We provide services at multiple sites in Los Angeles County, including Long Beach, the Antelope Valley. In the Santa Clarita Valley, we provide Veterans services. For more information please visit the website, call (562) 285-1330 or email: [email protected]
Mental Health Grace Alliance
Mental Health Grace Alliance (“The Grace Alliance”) has practical and “grace-filled” resources for individuals, couples, and families living with mental health challenges. Mental Health Grace Alliance curriculums utilize a whole-health or holistic approach, integrating evidence-base science (neuroscience, psychology, biomedical, etc.) and Biblical scriptures/faith experience for mental health recovery.
Separate support groups are available locally and nationwide (in-person and on Zoom) for family members (Family Grace), peers (Living Grace), high school and college students (Redefine Grace) and Recovery (Thrive).
Grace Alliance also offers Christ-centered curriculums that provide simple, innovative and grace-filled mental health solutions and community support for the families and spouse of those with a loved on dealing with depression, anxiety and any mental health difficulty or disorder.
We know that facing the difficulties that come with caring for a loved one that is battling with a mental illness is hard, and no words can remove the obstacles and challenges, but these courses can and will help.
All Mental Health Grace Alliance resources complement and promote professional therapy and treatment, not intended to replace or discontinue.
https://mentalhealthgracealliance.org
VALENCIA HILLS COMMUNITY CHURCH
Valencia Hills Community Church offers the following resources to the Santa Clarita community:
1. Spiritual Care is "one-to-one" conversations where life's challenging issues (relational challenges, anger, divorce, discouragement, etc.) can be addressed.
2. Family Stress Support is voluntary case manager for any family living in the Santa Clarita or San Fernando Valleys. A case manager can help find resources for families in need.
3. Hope Center is a community center in Canyon Country that helps with substance abuse, ESL, and other community-based programs.
4. Groups and Classes: There are over 20 groups a year including domestic violence, past sexual abuse, divorce, grief, boundaries and more.
5. You’re Not Alone is an outreach to help people grieve the loss of a loved one (suicide), especially during difficult days of the year (holidays, etc.)
All of these resources are available to the full community, not just to church members. Please visit our website and call us for more information at (661) 775-1885.
https://www.valenciahills.com/care
OLIVE VIEW RESTORATIVE CARE VILLAGE
The Olive View Restorative Care Village offers mental health continuum of care that includes an outpatient clinic, an urgent care center, and residential treatment programs located adjacent to the Olive View-UCLA Medical Center acute care hospital.
OLIVE VIEW MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC
The Olive View Mental Health Clinic was established in 2005 as part of the network of mental health urgent care-centers in Los Angeles County. The clinic’s goal is to identify the critical needs of every consumer who comes to the program, and to address those needs as quickly as possible.
Olive View MHC aims to provide affirming, culturally responsive mental health services that honor the needs and strengths of Los Angeles County’s diverse communities, including Black, Indigenous, and people of Color, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual and Two-Spirit communities and individuals with varying accessibility needs.
Services Provided:
o Adults ages 18 and older with a serious mental and persistent mental illness that results in difficulty functioning.
o Screening and triage.
o Phone, video, or in-person appointments.
o Medication support services with psychiatrists, nurses, residents, and NPs.
o Specialty mental health services.
o Targeted case management and information on available resources.
o Individual and group treatment.
o *Peer Resource Center provides coping skills for daily life stressors through education, groups, resources, and support.
o Linkage to community providers for ongoing services.
*Staff and Peer volunteers are available to offer linkage and warm handoffs to community organizations that can help address visitor needs with linkage to resources such as: mental health services; physical health services; food; clothing; hygiene facilities; transportation; temporary shelter; housing services; benefits establishment; legal services, education and job training; volunteer and employment opportunities.
Located at 14238 Saranac Lane, Sylmar, CA 91342. Outpatient services are available Monday to Friday, 8 am–6 pm. Closed Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays.
Call (818) 485-0888.
If you are in crisis and need help right away, call the 24/7 toll-free Help Line (800) 854-7771. Those with hearing or speech impairment may call 711 and ask the operator (who will serve as the interpreter between the caller and their staff) to call the Help Line.
PACIFICA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH URGENT CARE CENTER
Pacifica Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center (PBH-UCC) is a 24/7/365 mental health urgent care center and crisis stabilization unit that is available to treat individuals age 13 and above who are experiencing a mental health crisis that may or may not require an acute inpatient hospitalization. No appointment is necessary.
PBH-UCC accepts all insurances including Medi-Cal and those without insurance can be assisted in applying for “emergency” Medi-Cal.
PBH-UCC treats individuals via walk-in (voluntary), those being referred by their care team (primary therapist, psychiatrist) as well as those being referred involuntarily from the community.
Treatment Services Include:
· Crisis Intervention and Stabilization of mental health conditions thru immediate support
· Assessment and Evaluation by a multidisciplinary team of professionals including psychiatry, nursing, and social services
· Medication Management
· Referral Services for ongoing care
The Pacifica Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center is located at 14228 Saranac Lane Sylmar, CA 91342. (Located on the Olive View campus.)
Phone (747) 315-6100
OLIVE VIEW RESTORATIVE CARE RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT FACILITIES
The residential treatment facility has 48 beds for medical needs and 80 behavioral health beds. The center helps those people who are experiencing a mental health crisis, giving them time to stabilize and undergo treatment for a period of up to two weeks while staff members assist them in connecting with family members and locating housing.
Referral is required as indicated for each of the facilities listed below.
Telecare Olive House: Crisis Residential Treatment (CRT)
14149 Bucher Ave, Sylmar, CA 91342
Website: https://www.telecarecorp.com/telecare-olive-house
Phone: (747) 999-4232
Fax: (818) 479-7549
Referrals: Through the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health
This 16-bed crisis residential treatment center serves residents, ages 18 and older, who have been diagnosed with a behavioral health disorder and are experiencing a mental health crisis, who may have a justice-involved background, and may have co-occurring substance use disorder. It is open 24/7 and the program is wheelchair accessible.
Star View Olive View UCLA Crisis Residential Treatment (CRPT)
14139 Bucher Ave, Sylmar, CA 91342
Website: https://www.starsinc.com/los-angeles-county/star-view-olive-view-ucla-crisis-residential-treatment/
Phone: (818) 290-5309
Fax (818) 484-3861
CA Relay Service: 711
Referrals: Accepted from Los Angeles DMH ICD, from County hospitals, acute inpatient units, urgent care centers, and from law enforcement. Medi-Cal only. Walk-ins are not accepted.
Star View Behavioral Health offers a voluntary 16-bed crisis residential treatment program for adults experiencing a behavioral health crisis with 24/7 intensive treatment in a therapeutic homelike setting. The center offers a safe alternative to hospital emergency rooms, urgent care or hospitalization. Individuals live on-site for several weeks while they receive counseling and learn basic living and interpersonal skills.
Central Star Olive View UCLA Crisis Residential Treatment (CRPT)
14129 Bucher Ave, Sylmar, CA 91342
Website: https://www.starsinc.com/los-angeles-county/central-star-sylmar-olive-view-crtp/
Phone: (818) 290-5308
Fax: (818) 484-3763
CA Relay Service: 711
Referrals: Accepted from Los Angeles DMH ICD, from County hospitals, acute inpatient units, urgent care centers, and from law enforcement. Medi-Cal only. Walk-ins are not accepted.
Central Star Behavioral Health offers a voluntary 16-bed crisis residential treatment program for adults experiencing a behavioral health crisis with 24/7 intensive treatment in a therapeutic homelike setting. The center offers a safe alternative to hospital emergency rooms, urgent care or hospitalization. Individuals live on-site for several weeks while they receive counseling and learn basic living and interpersonal skills.
Valley Star Olive View UCLA Crisis Residential Treatment Program
14119 Bucher Ave, Sylmar, CA 91342
Website: https://www.starsinc.com/los-angeles-county/valley-star-sylmar-crtp-at-olive-view-ucla/
General Information & Referrals:
Phone: (818) 290-5307
Fax: (818) 484-2191
CA Relay Service: 711
Referrals: Accepted from Los Angeles DMH ICD, from County hospitals, acute inpatient units, urgent care centers, and from law enforcement. Medi-Cal only. Walk-ins are not accepted.
Valley Star Behavioral Health offers a voluntary 16-bed crisis residential treatment center for adults experiencing a behavioral health crisis with 24/7 intensive treatment in a therapeutic homelike setting. The center offers a safe alternative to hospital emergency rooms, urgent care or hospitalization. Individuals live on-site for several weeks while they receive counseling and learn basic living and interpersonal skills.
Olive View Recuperative Care Center
(Illumination Foundation Recuperative Care)
14134 Bucher Ave, Sylmar, CA 91342
LA Referral Information: Website: https://www.ifhomeless.org/medical-respite-recup/
Email: [email protected]
Referral phone: (323) 300-6800 (24-hour)
Fax: (323) 300-1285
Recuperative care provides safe bridge housing where individuals experiencing homelessness can recuperate after emergency room or hospital discharge. A hospital or other referring agency refers clients to Illumination foundations’ recuperative care where they receive medical oversight, intensive case management, behavioral health therapy, and substance use counseling.
Mental Health Grace Alliance
Mental Health Grace Alliance (“The Grace Alliance”) has practical and “grace-filled” resources for individuals, couples, and families living with mental health challenges. Mental Health Grace Alliance curriculums utilize a whole-health or holistic approach, integrating evidence-base science (neuroscience, psychology, biomedical, etc.) and Biblical scriptures/faith experience for mental health recovery.
Separate support groups are available locally and nationwide (in-person and on Zoom) for family members (Family Grace), peers (Living Grace), high school and college students (Redefine Grace) and Recovery (Thrive).
Grace Alliance also offers Christ-centered curriculums that provide simple, innovative and grace-filled mental health solutions and community support for the families and spouse of those with a loved on dealing with depression, anxiety and any mental health difficulty or disorder.
We know that facing the difficulties that come with caring for a loved one that is battling with a mental illness is hard, and no words can remove the obstacles and challenges, but these courses can and will help.
All Mental Health Grace Alliance resources complement and promote professional therapy and treatment, not intended to replace or discontinue.
https://mentalhealthgracealliance.org
ANTELOPE VALLEY
MENTAL HEALTH AMERICA of LOS ANGELES (MHALA)
Mental Health America of Los Angeles (MHALA) works to ensure that people with mental health needs achieve meaningful, healthy lives in their communities. We serve adults and transition-age youth who are facing mental health needs and do not have financial resources, including Veterans and people who are or have been homeless.
MHALA’s comprehensive services include mental and medical health care, housing, wellness services, employment, educational and financial services, and more. Our services are provided by multi-disciplinary teams. We provide services at multiple sites in Los Angeles County, including Long Beach, the Antelope Valley, and the Santa Clarita Valley.
Services include:
- • Mental Health: MHALA has licensed mental health clinicians from multiple disciplines who are available to provide individual and group psychotherapy to members as appropriate and with members’ consent. We also have a team of psychiatrists and nurse practitioners who are available to prescribe medications as appropriate and as wanted by individual members.
- • Substance Abuse: MHALA also has substance abuse specialists to assist members who are dealing with substance addiction. All programs staff have training to assist members to access appropriate substance addiction treatment and support services.
- • Medical Health: Staff nurses work as an integral part of MHALA’s team services, providing medical care and health education to our “members.” MHALA also partners with local health centers, community clinics and hospitals to ensure that our members receive the primary and specialty medical care that they need.
Services specific to the Long Beach area and/or the Antelope Valley include:
- • Drop-In Centers: MHALA offers safe and welcoming centers for those who are homeless and have mental health needs.
- • Specialized Intensive Mobile Homeless Teams: MHALA also has two mobile teams that provide intensive street services to individuals identified as the most vulnerable experiencing homelessness. For the Antelope Valley, call (661) 726-2850. For the Long Beach center call: (562) 437-6717.
- • Employment: Direct employment and educational assistance. For Long Beach, call (562) 437-6717. Address: Integrated Service Center, 1955 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90806. For Lancaster, Call (661) 726-2850. Address 506 W. Jackman St, Lancaster, CA 93534
- • Wellness: MHALA staff have training to provide a range of wellness and resilience services. In addition, MHALA also has a Wellness Center in Long Beach that offers supportive services to individuals as they transition into less intense levels of care. For more information, call (562) 285-0149.
- • Housing: Offers assistance with housing search, acquisition of housing subsidies and housing retention services. In Long Beach, call (562) 437-6717. In the Antelope Valley, call (661) 726-2850
- • Education: Through MHALA’s education program, members are able to learn important skills that can help them build core strengths and prepare them for their educational and employment goals. We also offer assistance during their application to various peer-support training programs. For the Antelope Valley, contact (661) 726-2850 and Long Beach area, contact (562) 437-6717.
Antelope Valley Medical Center
Antelope Valley medical Center’s Behavioral Health Unit has provided compassionate, comprehensive inpatient mental health and psychiatric services since 1971. About 1 out of every 5 American adults experiences a mental health issue. Many factors contribute to mental health problems, including biological factors, life experiences such as trauma or abuse, or family history of mental health problems.
At Antelope Valley Medical Center, an expert team of psychologists, psychiatrists, nurse, therapists, mental health technicians, and licensed clinical social workers take an interdisciplinary approach to assemble individualized programs tailored to m=each patient’s specific needs. Patients receive close medical supervision, which includes careful monitoring of medication and symptoms to prevent patients from harming themselves of others.
Among the services provided to inpatients:
o Group, family, and individual therapy sessions
o Recreational and therapeutic activities and socialization
o Round-the-clock nursing care including medication monitoring
o Discharge planning to connect patients with community services
If you need help right away, the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH) supports the wellbeing of our County residents and communities. The LACDMH’s help line is available 24/7 to provide mental health support, resources and referrals at (800) 854-7771. Or text 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor to get free crisis support via text message. For emergency help call 911.
Located at 1600 West Avenue J, Lancaster, CA 93534. Call (661) 949-5000
Star View Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center – High Desert
The High Desert Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center is operated by Star View Behavioral Health for the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health as part of a county-wide system. The BHUCC (aka “Buck”) is a 24/7 program that provides rapid access to mental health assessment, crisis intervention, and medication support for county residents in the Antelope Valley.
Patients can stay for up to 24 hours on either a voluntary or an involuntary basis (overnight stays are allowed). There is a unit for up to 12 adults (18 years and older) and another separate area for up to six adolescents (ages 13-17). Those who are unable to stabilize after 24 hours are transitioned to a higher level of care.
The BHUCC also features a Crisis Walk-In Center (CWIC) where people can come in if they are experiencing a crisis.
Services are available to those experiencing a psychiatric crisis and who have a primary diagnosis of mental illness. This includes those who have co-occurring substance use, developmental, medical and/or cognitive disorders. The center also focuses on those individuals at high risk for suicide and/or those in need of psychiatric medication management. The BHUCC is there to assist those with an urgent need for mental health services who do not have access to those services which puts them at risk for need of a higher level of care.
Services include:
• 24 hours per day, 7 days per week crisis stabilization
• Crisis Walk-In Clinic – 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. (Call ahead for additional information and estimated wait times.)
• Medi-Cal certified and LPS designated to write 5150 & 5585 psychiatric holds
• Rapid access to mental health assessment, crisis intervention and urgent medication support
• Case management and linkage to community resources including services for co-occurring substance use disorders and on-going mental health services
• Services are delivered through a trauma-informed lens and are integrated with interventions for co-occurring substance use disorders as needed.
• All insurance plans accepted. Individuals without insurance are also able to receive services. (Contact the BHUCC for more information.)
All clients receive continuing mental health service and other supportive services when they return home to help maintain ongoing stability.
Located at 415 East Avenue I, Lancaster, CA 93535
For referrals and information, phone (661) 522-6770 (Se habla español)
Erick A Garcia You Are Enough Foundation
The Erick A Garcia You Are Enough Foundation is dedicated to bridging the gap between individuals and mental health resources. Their mission is to provide educational resources and workshops focusing on mental health, suicide prevention and overall wellness within the community. The foundation collaborates with other nonprofits, schools, and local agencies aimed at raising awareness about mental health issues and suicide prevention. They offer:
• Free therapy in partnership with BetterHelp for ages 13 and up
• Grief support groups for survivors of suicide loss.
• Educational Workshops
• Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention training
• Youth Workshops (resilience, managing your emotions, self-confidence, healthy relationships and more)
• Youth Advisory Group
• Scholarships
All services are provided in English and Spanish. For more information, please visit the website or call (661) 492-1764
SYCAMORES
Sycamores is a leading behavioral health and child welfare agency, creating life-changing programs and services which impact some of the most vulnerable children, young adults, adults and families in our community. We provide services across Los Angeles, spanning the San Fernando, San Gabriel, and Antelope Valleys, as well as in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties.
Behavioral health services include individual group, and family therapy, psychiatry and medication support services as well as more intensive services. Sycamores also offers educational support , homeless and housing support and foster and adoptive services.
PENNY LANE
This nonprofit organization provides mental health services to clients in schools, foster homes, probation camps, groups homes and the community. Other services include outpatient services for substance abuse disorders, Embracing Identities program for LGBTQ youth 16-25 years, support services for pregnant women and families with children 5 and younger who are at high risk for child maltreatment, support services for adults caring for related (such as grandchildren, nieces and nephews) and non-related children. The headquarters is located in North Hills. Direct service centers are located in Lancaster, North Hollywood and Commerce. Call the headquarters at (818) 892-3423 for general information or email at [email protected]. See the website for phone numbers and addresses of locations in Lancaster.
CHILD AND FAMILY GUIDANCE CENTER
The mission of the Child and Family Guidance Center is to empower children and families to achieve health and well-being through innovative mental health services and community programs. The agency provides child abuse services, education services, school readiness for children age 0 to 5, welfare-to-work support services and youth services for children, youth and families in the Antelope, San Fernando and Santa Clarita Valleys. Some services are targeted to the Spanish-speaking community. Age restrictions apply for some programs. The school readiness is restricted to children who live in zip code 91335; there are no geographic restrictions for other programs. For Services please call (818) 739-5250 (San Fernando Valley); or (661) 265-8627 (Antelope Valley). Email at: [email protected].
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY
OLIVE VIEW RESTORATIVE CARE VILLAGE
The Olive View Restorative Care Village offers mental health continuum of care that includes an outpatient clinic, an urgent care center, and residential treatment programs located adjacent to the Olive View-UCLA Medical Center acute care hospital.
OLIVE VIEW MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC
The Olive View Mental Health Clinic was established in 2005 as part of the network of mental health urgent care-centers in Los Angeles County. The clinic’s goal is to identify the critical needs of every consumer who comes to the program, and to address those needs as quickly as possible.
Olive View MHC aims to provide affirming, culturally responsive mental health services that honor the needs and strengths of Los Angeles County’s diverse communities, including Black, Indigenous, and people of Color, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual and Two-Spirit communities and individuals with varying accessibility needs.
Services Provided:
o Adults ages 18 and older with a serious mental and persistent mental illness that results in difficulty functioning.
o Screening and triage.
o Phone, video, or in-person appointments.
o Medication support services with psychiatrists, nurses, residents, and NPs.
o Specialty mental health services.
o Targeted case management and information on available resources.
o Individual and group treatment.
o *Peer Resource Center provides coping skills for daily life stressors through education, groups, resources, and support.
o Linkage to community providers for ongoing services.
*Staff and Peer volunteers are available to offer linkage and warm handoffs to community organizations that can help address visitor needs with linkage to resources such as: mental health services; physical health services; food; clothing; hygiene facilities; transportation; temporary shelter; housing services; benefits establishment; legal services, education and job training; volunteer and employment opportunities.
Located at 14238 Saranac Lane, Sylmar, CA 91342. Outpatient services are available Monday to Friday, 8 am–6 pm. Closed Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays.
Call (818) 485-0888.
If you are in crisis and need help right away, call the 24/7 toll-free Help Line (800) 854-7771. Those with hearing or speech impairment may call 711 and ask the operator (who will serve as the interpreter between the caller and their staff) to call the Help Line.
PACIFICA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH URGENT CARE CENTER
Pacifica Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center (PBH-UCC) is a 24/7/365 mental health urgent care center and crisis stabilization unit that is available to treat individuals age 13 and above who are experiencing a mental health crisis that may or may not require an acute inpatient hospitalization. No appointment is necessary.
PBH-UCC accepts all insurances including Medi-Cal and those without insurance can be assisted in applying for “emergency” Medi-Cal.
PBH-UCC treats individuals via walk-in (voluntary), those being referred by their care team (primary therapist, psychiatrist) as well as those being referred involuntarily from the community.
Treatment Services Include:
· Crisis Intervention and Stabilization of mental health conditions thru immediate support
· Assessment and Evaluation by a multidisciplinary team of professionals including psychiatry, nursing, and social services
· Medication Management
· Referral Services for ongoing care
The Pacifica Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center is located at 14228 Saranac Lane Sylmar, CA 91342. (Located on the Olive View campus.)
Phone (747) 315-6100
OLIVE VIEW RESTORATIVE CARE RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT FACILITIES
The residential treatment facility has 48 beds for medical needs and 80 behavioral health beds. The center helps those people who are experiencing a mental health crisis, giving them time to stabilize and undergo treatment for a period of up to two weeks while staff members assist them in connecting with family members and locating housing.
Referral is required as indicated for each of the facilities listed below.
Telecare Olive House: Crisis Residential Treatment (CRT)
14149 Bucher Ave, Sylmar, CA 91342
Website: https://www.telecarecorp.com/telecare-olive-house
Phone: (747) 999-4232
Fax: (818) 479-7549
Referrals: Through the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health
This 16-bed crisis residential treatment center serves residents, ages 18 and older, who have been diagnosed with a behavioral health disorder and are experiencing a mental health crisis, who may have a justice-involved background, and may have co-occurring substance use disorder. It is open 24/7 and the program is wheelchair accessible.
Star View Olive View UCLA Crisis Residential Treatment (CRPT)
14139 Bucher Ave, Sylmar, CA 91342
Website: https://www.starsinc.com/los-angeles-county/star-view-olive-view-ucla-crisis-residential-treatment/
Phone: (818) 290-5309
Fax (818) 484-3861
CA Relay Service: 711
Referrals: Accepted from Los Angeles DMH ICD, from County hospitals, acute inpatient units, urgent care centers, and from law enforcement. Medi-Cal only. Walk-ins are not accepted.
Star View Behavioral Health offers a voluntary 16-bed crisis residential treatment program for adults experiencing a behavioral health crisis with 24/7 intensive treatment in a therapeutic homelike setting. The center offers a safe alternative to hospital emergency rooms, urgent care or hospitalization. Individuals live on-site for several weeks while they receive counseling and learn basic living and interpersonal skills.
Central Star Olive View UCLA Crisis Residential Treatment (CRPT)
14129 Bucher Ave, Sylmar, CA 91342
Website: https://www.starsinc.com/los-angeles-county/central-star-sylmar-olive-view-crtp/
Phone: (818) 290-5308
Fax: (818) 484-3763
CA Relay Service: 711
Referrals: Accepted from Los Angeles DMH ICD, from County hospitals, acute inpatient units, urgent care centers, and from law enforcement. Medi-Cal only. Walk-ins are not accepted.
Central Star Behavioral Health offers a voluntary 16-bed crisis residential treatment program for adults experiencing a behavioral health crisis with 24/7 intensive treatment in a therapeutic homelike setting. The center offers a safe alternative to hospital emergency rooms, urgent care or hospitalization. Individuals live on-site for several weeks while they receive counseling and learn basic living and interpersonal skills.
Valley Star Olive View UCLA Crisis Residential Treatment Program
14119 Bucher Ave, Sylmar, CA 91342
Website: https://www.starsinc.com/los-angeles-county/valley-star-sylmar-crtp-at-olive-view-ucla/
General Information & Referrals:
Phone: (818) 290-5307
Fax: (818) 484-2191
CA Relay Service: 711
Referrals: Accepted from Los Angeles DMH ICD, from County hospitals, acute inpatient units, urgent care centers, and from law enforcement. Medi-Cal only. Walk-ins are not accepted.
Valley Star Behavioral Health offers a voluntary 16-bed crisis residential treatment center for adults experiencing a behavioral health crisis with 24/7 intensive treatment in a therapeutic homelike setting. The center offers a safe alternative to hospital emergency rooms, urgent care or hospitalization. Individuals live on-site for several weeks while they receive counseling and learn basic living and interpersonal skills.
Olive View Recuperative Care Center
(Illumination Foundation Recuperative Care)
14134 Bucher Ave, Sylmar, CA 91342
LA Referral Information: Website: https://www.ifhomeless.org/medical-respite-recup/
Email: [email protected]
Referral phone: (323) 300-6800 (24-hour)
Fax: (323) 300-1285
Recuperative care provides safe bridge housing where individuals experiencing homelessness can recuperate after emergency room or hospital discharge. A hospital or other referring agency refers clients to Illumination foundations’ recuperative care where they receive medical oversight, intensive case management, behavioral health therapy, and substance use counseling.
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY & SANTA CLARITA VALLEY NAMI
The SCV National Alliance on Mental Illness group hosts a Family Support Group (FSG) on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm. For more information, visit: https://www.namisfv.org/programs_services
In collaboration with College of the Canyons (COC), we co-sponsor an “Ask the Psychiatrist” evening on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30p.m. We invite a variety of psychiatrists to answer your questions.
NAMI has free support groups for peers (those who have a mental health condition) and free education classes /presentations for families, parents, peers, schools, and community on mental health/suicide awareness. For information, guidance, resources and support please call SFV/SCV NAMI Helpline at (818) 994-6747. Email: [email protected]
CLEAR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Clear Behavioral Health merged with Insight Treatment in 2024 and expanded its services with multiple locations in Southern California and an online mental health option. The mission at Clear Behavioral Health is simple: to help those struggling with mental health and addiction live healthy, purposeful lives. We’re proud to provide highly individualized and in-network treatment in Los Angeles and, through our virtual programs, all of California.
For more than three decades Clear has served teens and their families through individual therapy, group therapy and experiential therapy, and in parent groups. Services for teens and adults include residential, outpatient, online outpatient, and evening virtual treatment for teens. Treatment is offered for both teens and adults for depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, Bipolar I & II, OCD, PTSD, and addiction or substance abuse.
Online outpatient mental health services are offered online throughout California. Residential and outpatient centers are available at select locations throughout Los Angeles County and include a Teen Mental Health Treatment Center in Santa Clarita.
To learn more, visit the website or call (877) 799-1985. We are In Network with many private insurance plans.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES DEPARTMENT NORTHRIDGE HOSPITAL
Behavioral Health Services Department - Northridge Hospital Medical Center - Northridge is a behavioral health services department that offers many services, including crisis intervention, therapy, and outpatient program. This Northridge behavioral health services department is one of the best in California. As part of the Dignity Health network, Behavioral Health Services Department - Northridge Hospital Medical Center - Northridge is dedicated to delivering high quality, compassionate care and access to Northridge and nearby communities.
Services include in-patient hospitalization, adult & senior behavioral health, adolescent behavioral health.
Visit Behavioral Health Services Department - Northridge Hospital Medical Center - Northridge located at 18300 Roscoe Blvd, Northridge, CA. Call (818) 885-8500.
COUNSELING WEST
Counseling West is a non-profit organization in Sherman Oaks providing therapy services to adults, couples, children, and families. Counseling West is LGBTQIA Affirmative and provides therapy in a number of different languages including Armenian, German, French, Farsi, Hebrew, Spanish, Cantonese, and American Sign Language. Call 818-990-9898
VBS (Valley Beth Shalom) COUNSELING CENTER
Trained, experienced and dedicated volunteer counselors can help and guide individuals, couples and families through many of life’s challenges. The Center is committed to offering low fee treatment to the community at large, regardless of ethnicity or religious affiliation. 15739 Ventura Boulevard, Encino, CA 91436. Call (818) 784-1414
EL CENTRO DE AMISTAD
El Centro de Amistad, Inc., is a multilingual, cross cultural organization providing a comprehensive range of mental health services, anticipating the ever-changing needs of families and individuals in the San Fernando Valley. The main goals of ECDA’s children’s programs are to reduce risk factors that lead to violence, school failure, gang affiliation, and child abuse. Adult programs are to assist with avoiding further deterioration and enhancing self-sufficiency, and to resolve issues that interfere with employment. Services are provided for adults (ages 25-59) and for children (ages 0-17). All services are available in English and Spanish by culturally competent staff. There is also a free legal clinic. East Valley Office - San Fernando office (818) 898-0223, West Valley Office - Canoga Park (818) 593-4246 or (818) 347-8565.
SYCAMORES
Sycamores is a leading behavioral health and child welfare agency, creating life-changing programs and services which impact some of the most vulnerable children, young adults, adults and families in our community. We provide services across Los Angeles, spanning the San Fernando, San Gabriel, and Antelope Valleys, as well as in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties.
Behavioral health services include individual group, and family therapy, psychiatry and medication support services as well as more intensive services. Sycamores also offers educational support , homeless and housing support and foster and adoptive services.
PENNY LANE
This nonprofit organization provides mental health services to clients in schools, foster homes, probation camps, groups homes and the community. Other services include outpatient services for substance abuse disorders, Embracing Identities program for LGBTQ youth 16-25 years, support services for pregnant women and families with children 5 and younger who are at high risk for child maltreatment, support services for adults caring for related (such as grandchildren, nieces and nephews) and non-related children. The headquarters is located in North Hills. Direct service centers are located in Lancaster, North Hollywood and Commerce. Call the headquarters at (818) 892-3423 for general information or email at [email protected]. See the website for phone numbers and addresses of locations in Lancaster.
THE VILLAGE FAMILY SERVICES
The Village Family Services is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides clinical and behavioral services working with individuals and families, including those who identify as LGBTQ+. Children and youth who receive care often have experienced trauma—abuse, neglect, homelessness—often accompanied by a host of health problems such as poor nutrition, chronic illness, substance use, and more. There are programs to address homelessness in youth and provide support to those who are LGBTQ+. Headquarters and drop-in center for homeless youth are in North Hollywood. Tel: (818) 755-8786 or toll-free at (888) 683-5084. Email: [email protected].
CHILD AND FAMILY GUIDANCE CENTER
The mission of the Child and Family Guidance Center is to empower children and families to achieve health and well-being through innovative mental health services and community programs. The agency provides child abuse services, education services, school readiness for children age 0 to 5, welfare-to-work support services and youth services for children, youth and families in the Antelope, San Fernando and Santa Clarita Valleys. Some services are targeted to the Spanish-speaking community. Age restrictions apply for some programs. The school readiness is restricted to children who live in zip code 91335; there are no geographic restrictions for other programs. For Services please call (818) 739-5250 (San Fernando Valley); or (661) 265-8627 (Antelope Valley). Email at: [email protected]
COUNSELING 4 KIDS
This is a nonprofit organization that provides effective mental health services to abused and neglected children and youth in Los Angeles County, and specializes in the treatment of children in foster care. Programs include The Counseling4Kids Trauma Treatment Program, a specialized program for the treatment of trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in children and Birth-to-5 program. The Burbank office (818) 441-7800 is the base for therapists to provide in-home services throughout the San Fernando Valley. There is also a school-linked program.
GREATER LOS ANGELES
MENTAL HEALTH AMERICA of LOS ANGELES (MHALA)
Mental Health America of Los Angeles (MHALA) works to ensure that people with mental health needs achieve meaningful, healthy lives in their communities. We serve adults and transition-age youth who are facing mental health needs and do not have financial resources, including Veterans and people who are or have been homeless.
MHALA’s comprehensive services include mental and medical health care, housing, wellness services, employment, educational and financial services, and more. Our services are provided by multi-disciplinary teams. We provide services at multiple sites in Los Angeles County, including Long Beach, the Antelope Valley, and the Santa Clarita Valley.
Services include:
- • Mental Health: MHALA has licensed mental health clinicians from multiple disciplines who are available to provide individual and group psychotherapy to members as appropriate and with members’ consent. We also have a team of psychiatrists and nurse practitioners who are available to prescribe medications as appropriate and as wanted by individual members.
- • Substance Abuse: MHALA also has substance abuse specialists to assist members who are dealing with substance addiction. All programs staff have training to assist members to access appropriate substance addiction treatment and support services.
- • Medical Health: Staff nurses work as an integral part of MHALA’s team services, providing medical care and health education to our “members.” MHALA also partners with local health centers, community clinics and hospitals to ensure that our members receive the primary and specialty medical care that they need.
Services specific to the Long Beach area and/or the Antelope Valley include:
- • Drop-In Centers: MHALA offers safe and welcoming centers for those who are homeless and have mental health needs.
- • Specialized Intensive Mobile Homeless Teams: MHALA also has two mobile teams that provide intensive street services to individuals identified as the most vulnerable experiencing homelessness. For the Antelope Valley, call (661) 726-2850. For the Long Beach center call: (562) 437-6717.
- • Employment: Direct employment and educational assistance. For Long Beach, call (562) 437-6717. Address: Integrated Service Center, 1955 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90806. For Lancaster, Call (661) 726-2850. Address 506 W. Jackman St, Lancaster, CA 93534
- • Wellness: MHALA staff have training to provide a range of wellness and resilience services. In addition, MHALA also has a Wellness Center in Long Beach that offers supportive services to individuals as they transition into less intense levels of care. For more information, call (562) 285-0149.
- • Housing: Offers assistance with housing search, acquisition of housing subsidies and housing retention services. In Long Beach, call (562) 437-6717. In the Antelope Valley, call (661) 726-2850
- • Education: Through MHALA’s education program, members are able to learn important skills that can help them build core strengths and prepare them for their educational and employment goals. We also offer assistance during their application to various peer-support training programs. For the Antelope Valley, contact (661) 726-2850 and Long Beach area, contact (562) 437-6717.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH ACCESS HOTLINE
If you are in crisis call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255.
ACCESS operates 24 hours/day, 7 days/week as the entry point for mental health services in Los Angeles County for those who are not covered by commercial insurance. Services include deployment of crisis evaluation teams, information and referrals, gatekeeping of acute inpatient psychiatric beds, interpreter services and patient transport. 1-800-854-7771
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TREATMENT SERVICES LOCATOR
A confidential and anonymous source of information for persons seeking treatment facilities in the United States or U.S. Territories for substance use/addiction and/or mental health problems.
CHILD AND FAMILY GUIDANCE CENTER
The mission of the Child and Family Guidance Center is to empower children and families to achieve health and well-being through innovative mental health services and community programs. The agency provides child abuse services, education services, school readiness for children age 0 to 5, welfare-to-work support services and youth services for children, youth and families in the Antelope, San Fernando and Santa Clarita Valleys. Some services are targeted to the Spanish-speaking community. Age restrictions apply for some programs. The school readiness is restricted to children who live in zip code 91335; there are no geographic restrictions for other programs. For Services please call (818) 739-5250 (San Fernando Valley); or (661) 265-8627 (Antelope Valley). Email at: [email protected].
COUNSELING 4 KIDS
This is a nonprofit organization that provides effective mental health services to abused and neglected children and youth in Los Angeles County, and specializes in the treatment of children in foster care. Programs include The Counseling4Kids Trauma Treatment Program, a specialized program for the treatment of trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in children and Birth-to-5 program. The Burbank office (818) 441-7800 is the base for therapists to provide in-home services throughout the San Fernando Valley. There is also a school-linked program.
SYCAMORES
Sycamores is a leading behavioral health and child welfare agency, creating life-changing programs and services which impact some of the most vulnerable children, young adults, adults and families in our community. We provide services across Los Angeles, spanning the San Fernando, San Gabriel, and Antelope Valleys, as well as in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties.
Behavioral health services include individual group, and family therapy, psychiatry and medication support services as well as more intensive services. Sycamores also offers educational support , homeless and housing support and foster and adoptive services.
CLEAR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Clear Behavioral Health merged with Insight Treatment in 2024 and expanded its services with multiple locations in Southern California and an online mental health option. The mission at Clear Behavioral Health is simple: to help those struggling with mental health and addiction live healthy, purposeful lives. We’re proud to provide highly individualized and in-network treatment in Los Angeles and, through our virtual programs, all of California.
For more than three decades Clear has served teens and their families through individual therapy, group therapy and experiential therapy, and in parent groups. Services for teens and adults include residential, outpatient, online outpatient, and evening virtual treatment for teens. Treatment is offered for both teens and adults for depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, Bipolar I & II, OCD, PTSD, and addiction or substance abuse.
Online outpatient mental health services are offered online throughout California. Residential and outpatient centers are available at select locations throughout Los Angeles County and include a Teen Mental Health Treatment Center in Santa Clarita.
To learn more, visit the website or call (877) 799-1985. We are In Network with many private insurance plans.
PENNY LANE
This nonprofit organization provides mental health services to clients in schools, foster homes, probation camps, groups homes and the community. Other services include outpatient services for substance abuse disorders, Embracing Identities program for LGBTQ youth 16-25 years, support services for pregnant women and families with children 5 and younger who are at high risk for child maltreatment, support services for adults caring for related (such as grandchildren, nieces and nephews) and non-related children. The headquarters is located in North Hills. Direct service centers are located in Lancaster, North Hollywood and Commerce. Call the headquarters at (818) 892-3423 for general information or email at [email protected]. See the website for phone numbers and addresses of locations in Lancaster.
THE HELP GROUP CHILD AND FAMILY CENTER
A non-profit organization that provides out-patient mental health services to children and adolescents individually or with their families in English, Spanish, Farsi, Armenian, Hebrew, Arabic and Russian. Other programs provided by the Help Group include a residential treatment program, therapeutic pre-school, schools for youth with intellectual disabilities and/or learning disabilities, Paws & Pals for Kids with Autism, Kids Like Me programs, located in the Los Angeles area, are designed especially for children and adolescents (from preschool to high school) with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental challenges. Toll Free, call (877) 994-3588.
THE VILLAGE FAMILY SERVICES
The Village Family Services is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides clinical and behavioral services working with individuals and families, including those who identify as LGBTQ+. Children and youth who receive care often have experienced trauma—abuse, neglect, homelessness—often accompanied by a host of health problems such as poor nutrition, chronic illness, substance use, and more. There are programs to address homelessness in youth and provide support to those who are LGBTQ+. Headquarters and drop-in center for homeless youth are in North Hollywood. Tel: (818) 755-8786 or toll-free at (888) 683-5084. Email: [email protected].
Resources for Schools
SCHOOL BASED COMMUNITY ACCESS PLATFORM (SBCAP)
The Los Angeles County Office of Violence Prevention, housed within the Department of Public Health, works to strengthen coordination, capacity and partnerships to address the root causes of violence, and to advance policies and practices that are grounded in race equity, to prevent all forms of violence and to promote healing across all communities in Los Angeles County.
In 2019, the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health launched the School Based Community Access Point (SBCAP) in order to expand access to violence prevention services. This is a specific unit focused on school mental health support. SBCAP offers mental health support to students and their families and conducts extensive outreach to and engagement with communities to promote individual and community wellbeing. The comprehensive program includes prevention work and postvention support as well as telehealth services in coordination with LACOE. The team is working to build a coordinated mental health referral system that will address issues such as medication coordination.
SBCAP offers free workshops and resources, tabling events; supports coordination of care between school districts, mental health providers, and managed care plans through SA school collaboratives, collecting and analyzing pertinent school data, developing/enhancing school mental health plans different (from emergency response staff), and offering postvention planning and supports. The SBCAP’s goals are to increase: * Trauma-informed and resilient-informed schools; * School readiness through socio-emotional wellbeing; * Family and Community Engagement; * Social connectedness through raising awareness and increasing accessibility to support. Among the resources, are tip sheets for parents/caregivers and for students along with links to resources and a 24/7 help line (800) 854-7771. In addition, the website contains resources for providers and schools.
- School mental health coordinator for Service Area
- To request a training: [email protected]
- DMH School-based Community Access Point (SBCAP) workshop and tabling request website
- Partners in Suicide Prevention Training – email: [email protected]
- School Threat Assessment Response Team (START) Services – [email protected]
- DMH Promoters Program– Outreach & Engagement – To address grief loss, mental health and stigma.
• The iPrevail Platform offered through the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health, is accessible through any device connected to the internet. It offers interactive lessons, chats with peer support coaches, topic-based community support groups through individuals can follow their progress and connect with others going through similar life experiences. These services are available to anyone who lives in LA County. To see more information regarding Online Mental Health Assessments, choose a program, and connecting with a peer support coach, to: https://lacounty.iprevail.com/
UCLA Prevention Center of Excellence – Prevention Centered Collaboration with DMH
Wellbeing4LA was created through a partnership between DMH and UCLA to develop and support LA County’s school and mental health professionals. The website describes the program as follows: “The UCLA Prevention Center of Excellence (COE) provides workforce development, through evidence-based trainings, consultation, and coaching, designed to improve community mental health and wellbeing.”
- For more information, see wellbeing4la.org
- To set up an account with the UCLA program, go to https://learn.wellbeing4la.org/login?r=%2F