Mentally Ill
TW: Mentions of mental illness, suicide, and eating disorders
If you don't know how you are feeling
LaistIncludes resources on how to get help and how to identify if you need help.https://laist.com/how-to-new-la/relief/If you don't know how you are feeling
Mental Health ScreeningTaking a mental health screening is one of the quickest and easiest ways to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. After the online screening, you will be provided with information, resources and tools to discuss the results with a provider.http://screening.mentalhealthamerica.net/screening-tools
Counseling and Therapy
Better HelpAffordable online private counseling services. They will match you with a licensed therapist to consult with online. https://www.betterhelp.com/helpme/ Counseling and Therapy
Augustus F. Hawkins Mental Health Center1-310-668-4271Provides a variety of outpatient mental health services for adults, children, older adults and their families. Services are available in English, Spanish, and other languages based on need.
Kaiser Permanente Includes lots of wellness programs and resources for a variety of subjects. Very helpful guide from Kaiser Permanente. As a Kaiser Permanente member, you can sign up for in-person, over-the-phone, and online wellness programs and classes designed to help you achieve your health goals. All sessions are taught by a team of experts and will walk you through how to make actionable lifestyle changes.https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/southern-california/health-wellness/mental-health/tools-resources
Antioch University Counseling Center (AUCC)1-310-574-2813, ext. 366Provides specialized psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, families, and groups serving adults, adolescents, and children. Fees are based on a sliding scale. Located in Culver City, CA.www.antiochla.edu
Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services1-888-807-7250Provides mental health and substance abuse services to those in need, regardless of ability to pay. They have 11 sites throughout Southern California.www.didihirsch.org
Telehealth (USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work)1-866-740-6502An online clinic that uses videoconferencing to provide clients with counseling and psychotherapy services in English & Spanish. Available Monday-Friday, 8am - 7pm PST. 12 individual sessions free!https://dworakpeck.usc.edu/telehealth
TLA Therapy1-424-256-3810Provides compassionate, convenient, and affordable individual and group psychotherapy. Offers a range of services including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT).https://www.tlatherapy.com
Watts Counseling & Learning Center1-323-564.7911A unique community service of Kaiser Permanente Southern California. Since 1967, the Center has provided counseling, outreach, and educational services to the residents of Watts and the surrounding communities.https://community.kp.org/be-informed/program/watts-counseling-and-learning-center
TelaDochttps://www.teladoc.com/therapy/Online counselling and therapy with trained professionals.
Locating Help
Behavioral Health Treatment Facility LocatorHelps you find a facility nearest you in your state. It's a confidential and anonymous source of information for persons seeking treatment facilities in the United States or U.S. Territories for substance abuse/addiction and/or mental health problems.http://findtreatment.samhsa.govLocating Help
All Treatment1-877-220-6588Provides an online treatment center directory, addiction information, and resources.https://www.alltreatment.com
Service Area Navigation Team1-323-298-3675Assist individuals and family members identify mental health services.
Articles
Cal MattersHow to get past the coronavirus crisis without losing your mental health Articles
How to Manage Depression During Quarantine
COVID-19 Lockdown Guide: How to Manage Anxiety and Isolation During Quarantine
Apps
https://www.psycom.net/25-best-mental-health-apps Includes many apps that help with addiction, ED, self harm, and more.Apps
At LFP:
Vanessa Vazquez is the guidance counselor here at LFP. If you need someone to talk to or you are struggling you can email her. Email: vanessa.vazquez@larchmontcharter.org Alison Cole-Kelly - Clinical Social Work Supervisor, Student Affairs. Can help with issues regarding home life. Email: alison.cole-kelly@larchmontcharter.org At LFP:
Help Lines:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)1-888-628-9454 (En Español)1-800-799-4889 (TTY Service for Deaf & Hard of Hearing)This free, 24-hour hotline is available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. By calling, you’ll be connected to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area.www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org National Hopeline Network1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433)By calling, you’ll be connected to a certified crisis center nearest to your calling location.www.hopeline.com NAMI National's Helpline1-800-950-NAMI (1-800-950-6264)M - F, 10am - 6pm, ETEmail info@nami.orgProvides information on mental health conditions, treatment options, local support groups, services & programs, recovery strategies, and resource referrals. All crisis calls are transferred to a national crisis line or you can text "NAMI" to 741-741.https://www.nami.org Crisis Text LineText HOME to 741-741A free, confidential, 24/7 support line for those in crisis in the U.S. Within minutes, a live trained crisis counselor will answer your text. It’s been instrumental in helping millions of people especially teens.www.CrisisTextLine.org Panic Disorder Info Hotline1-800-64-PANIC (1-800-647-2642)This is available to those in crisis, as well as those who are just seeking more information about the disorder. For many who experience panic attacks, it can be helpful to speak to someone who understands what they’re going through during an attack. The compassionate staff at the panic disorder hotline can provide information about what happens during an attack and provide tips to help get through the attack. CA Youth Crisis Line1-800-843-5200 (Text/Talk/Chat)Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week as the statewide emergency response system for youth (ages 12-24) and families in crisis. It has access to more than 5,500 free or low-cost resources for youth and families across CA.https://calyouth.org ACCESS-LA County Helpline1-800-854-7771Department of Mental Health’s Emergency & Non-Emergency Helpline, available 24 hours / 7 days a week. Provides linkages to consumers to mental health services in the community & resources to consumers in crisis.dmh.lacounty.gov 2-1-1Dial 2-1-1 (Toll-Free)A free, confidential referral and information service that connects people across the U.S. & in many parts of Canada to a specialist who will help you find the local resources you need. Available 24 hours / 7 days a week.http://www.211.org LA Warmline1-855-952-WARM (1-855-952-9276)10pm - 6amA confidential overnight telephone support service in English & Spanish for anyone in Southern California who is struggling with loneliness, anxiety, substance use, mental health concerns, or needs information about available mental health services. NEDA HelplineNational Eating Disorders Association1-800-931-2237M - Th, 9am-9pm ET & Fri, 9am-5pm ETTrained volunteers provide support, resources, and treatment options.www.nationaleatingdisorders.org Help Lines: