Here are some agencies in the area that provide counseling services (individual, group, family). Some accept private insurance, some are sliding scale. Contact them directly for more information.
If you have private insurance, check with them first about what is covered for counseling support. They may also have a list of approved providers.
Family Paths in Hayward - Counseling available for children 3 years old and up, families, adults, and couples.
Eden Counseling in Castro Valley - Family, couple, and individual counseling (for youth 11+ yrs and adults, families, couples)
Pleasanton Community Counseling Center in Pleasanton - http://www.pleasantonccc.org/
Family Service Counseling and Community Resource Center in San Leandro - http://fscc.org/counseling-services/
Girls Inc. Pathways Counseling Center (also for boys!) in San Leandro
Christian Counseling Center in Hayward (treats people of all faiths; faith not a part of treatment if you are not religious) - http://www.christiancounselingcenters.org/
Tiburcio Vasquez Health Center Behavioral Health in Hayward - https://tvhc.org/behavioral-mental-health-services/
La Clinica de la Raza in Oakland - https://laclinica.org/
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital (Eng/Spanish) in Oakland/other locations (Medi-Cal accepted) - https://www.childrenshospitaloakland.org/main/home.aspx
Find a private therapist via online listings. Search by area of expertise, location, etc.: Psychology Today
Kara Grief services (650) 321-5272
Talk Space gives clients the flexibility and privacy they need by conducting therapy online. The first step is to fill out an online assessment in order to get matched with a therapist. From there, you can choose from a variety of plans that start at $65 a week (and many insurance companies will cover). And then, using text and video, you can begin your therapy sessions.
For those who are underinsured or lack health insurance, Open Path is an affordable option. Starting as low as $30 per session (typical therapy sessions average $150 in private practices) this can be a great option. The intention is to provide quality mental health services for those without insurance so if you have insurance you might not be able to sign up. That said, if you have Medicaid you may qualify if there are no therapy options in your area.
Better Help is a great option for those who want to use text or email, video or voice to conduct their therapy sessions. Their huge pool of licensed therapist’s offer opportunities to work with one who specializes in specific issues such as parenting, family conflicts, trauma, LGBTQ+ matters, addictions, and many more.
Health Sapiens is an affordable online therapy option for those looking for a subscription-based model. Meaning, you pay a monthly fee for services that you expect to continue over the course of a longer period of time. Depending on how many sessions you need a month, the fee of $150 a month works out to be one of the most affordable options out there and includes access to board-certified licensed therapists.