TXT 4 HELP works anywhere in the US, and extends access to safety for teens. TXT 4 HELP can be used for the same reason a young person may go to a Safe Place site - abuse, bullying, family problems, depression, suicidal thoughts, and others. TXT 4 HELP counselors can provide support via text and can offer additional suggestions for immediate help regardless of where you are. Here’s how it works: Text the word “safe” and your current location (address, city, state) to 4HELP (44357). Within seconds, you will receive a message with the closest Safe Place site and phone…

I work to provide a supportive and client-centered space for individuals to share their experiences. Reaching out to a therapist can be a difficult experience and it is important to me that my clients feel comfortable and safe. I am genuinely passionate about building a healthy nurturing and interactive relationship with clients which will help foster growth and change. I earned my BA from the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) and my Masters in Social Work from the University of Southern California (USC) nI have dedicated years of support and work to the LGBTQ community. Primarily supporting transgender…

HOW TO ACCESS CARE FOR A Child or Youth Providers, families, caretakers, and others may access care by using the following options: Calling the County’s 24/7 Access Line at 1 800 654-3937. This call will start the process which can include a screening, provide linkages and referrals, and also determine eligibility for various services. Persons interested in children’s and youth services may self-refer by visiting the Children’s services at the Heritage Campus Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm at 2719 N Air Fresno Drive, Fresno, CA 93727 or calling (559) 600-8918 or using the Access Line at 1 800 654-3937…

Welcome! You've made the first step in seeking help. There comes a pivotal point in our lives we begin to start questioning our decisions and thoughts including our interactions and relationships with others. It leads us to having difficulty regulating our daily thoughts feelings and emotions. The experience of hardships and emotional pain follows us like our own shadow contributing to the way we feel think and act. I firmly believe early childhood experiences complex and secondary trauma daily stressors and life adjustments shape who we are as individuals and how we relate to others nI help my clients regain…

The Exodus Fresno Mental Health Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) is a recovery focused environment where youth and adults in crisis can be assessed for stabilization services, medication evaluation and management, or hospitalization if necessary. Depending on the needs of the client, our interdisciplinary treatment team is prepared to offer a full spectrum of psychiatric treatment services, including Medication evaluation Social Services and referrals Interdisciplinary treatment team of MD’s, NP’s, RN’s, MSW’s, MFT’s and peer support Linkages to a full spectrum of outpatient and inpatient mental health services The (CSU) is LPS designated which allows our staff to evaluate and involuntarily…

At Cultural Counseling of CA I am committed to guiding children adolescents adults couples and the LGBTQ+ community on their personal paths and challenges in life. My approach helps identify unhealthy thoughts/behaviors and actions that can cause depression conflict within relationships anxiety triggers and provide skills and support to promote inner self-confidence and different outlooks on life I am trained and certified to assess and provide letters for gender-affirming surgery through Gender ASSET. I am able to treat depression anxiety addiction internal conflict life changes grief and loss adjustments interpersonal conflict communication shame sexual identity and gender Identity.

MAP is the Multi-Agency Access Program and its goal is to get people to the right place, the right care, the first time. MAP is funded by the County of Fresno Department of Behavioral Health and achieves its goals through a collaboration between Kings View, Poverello House, and Centro La Familia Advocacy Services. MAP is a free service offered to all people living in Fresno County. It provides a single point of entry to help identify the needs of each individual or family, facilitates access to services, and links individuals to services relating to social and health services, public benefits,…

I am a Transgender & Gender Diverse Specializing Psychotherapist. My private practice is 100% dedicated to serving the transgender & gender diverse communities in Long Beach CA & also (via teletherapy) the Central San Joaquin Valley area of CA. All teletherapy clients must be seen for an in-person evaluation prior to commencement of teletherapy sessions. In-person sessions can be arranged in my Long Beach office or in Fresno at a mutually agreeable location. Please email to inquire.

A Licensed Clinical Social Worker, based in Fresno, California.

To me there is this absolute sacred moment in therapy that happens usually right after I hear "I've never told anyone this before'' or "I've never been able to say this out loud to anyone'' It's this vulnerable and courageous moment by the client in which the therapist is asked to compassionately both hear and hold their pains. In that moment I believe is where transformation begins for a client. And at the same time I think it's important to feel a trust and alignment with your counselor and their style to get there. My therapy style is shaped by…