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Therapists 10,254 listings in California Treatment Centers 2,493 listings in California Housing Assistance 1,708 listings in California Food Pantries & Support 7,454 listings in California Churches & Faith Based Support 10,075 listings in California
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California

38,266
trained volunteer listeners
3,547,878
people helped

What people talk about here

Anxiety
8.8%
Depression
8.4%
Breakups
5.7%
Relationship Stress
5.4%
Managing Emotions
5%
Loneliness
4.7%
Family Stress
4.3%
Bullying
3.3%
Social Anxiety
2.8%
Student Life
2.8%
Self-Harm
2.6%
Forgiveness
2.5%
Work Stress
2.4%
Panic Attacks
2.4%
LGBTQ+ Issues
2.4%
Sleeping Well
2.3%
Self-Esteem
2.3%
Eating Disorders
2.1%
Alcohol/Drug Abuse
2%
General Mental Health
2%
Getting Unstuck
1.9%
Exercise Motivation
1.8%
Grief
1.8%
Weight Management
1.6%
ADHD
1.6%
Financial Stress
1.5%
PTSD
1.4%
Parenting
1.3%
Bipolar Disorder
1.3%
Domestic Violence
1.3%
Women's Issues
1.1%
Spirituality
1.1%
Chronic Pain
0.9%
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
0.9%
Disabilities
0.9%
Sexual Health
0.9%
Borderline (BPD)
0.7%
Recovery
0.7%
Diabetes
0.6%
Cancer
0.6%
Racial & Cultural Identity
0.6%
Perinatal Mood Disorder
0.4%
Addiction
0.3%
Autism Spectrum
0.2%
Schizophrenia
0.2%
Men's Issues
0.2%
Dissociative Disorders
0.1%
Adoption/Foster Care
0.1%
Personality Disorder
0.1%

Therapists in California

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Danielle Gonzales

Danielle Gonzales

PsyD

San Diego, CA

I am classically trained as a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) . My passion is helping my clients feel empowered by the strengths they already possess as well as learning new skills and techniques to address current issues. My work with clients is centered in being nonjudgmental, creative, understanding, and also direct feedback.  Challenging thoughts while in a current state of struggle takes strength and courage. I am honored to help you navigate through his process at your convenience and be best available to your schedule. I also have a variety of specialties that include but are not limited to: Eating Disorders, Substance Use, Personality Disorders, Anxiety, Elite Athlete/Olympic Athelte mental skills, Life Transitions, Grief, End of Life, LGBTQ+, and Interpersonal Relationships. I look forward to serving you and being a part of your therapeutic journey.

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Amanda Wiginton

Amanda Wiginton

LMFT

Woodland Hills, CA

Throughout our lives, we are faced with many challenges and counseling can help provide the tools needed to overcome these life obstacles in a healthy way. It is vitally important to the therapeutic process to find a therapist with whom you feel comfortable and trust. I hope to be this person for you. I believe that therapy is a collaboration and together we can focus on issues that may be negatively impacting your healthy development such as adjustment to disability, depression & anxiety, attention difficulties & learning issues, bullying of children, self-injurious behavior, anger management, poor self-esteem, parent/child conflicts, and grief and loss. Counseling is different for every person and I work to tailor my treatment specifically to your needs and personality in order to help you in best possible way.  

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Amy Elizabeth

Amy Elizabeth

Burbank, CA

Hi there, thank you for reading my bio. My name is Amy and I have been a LMFT in California for over 12 years and in mental health for the last 22 years. I started doing 7cups because I believe everyone should have access to therapy in way that works for them. Not every person can sit in a therapists office, or in front of a screen. Sometimes people can better express themselves in written form. I utilize a strength based approach in working with people and really try and understand their situation. Using these perspectives has helped me because more successful in those I work with. I look forward to working with you. Please note that this is not face to face therapy but therapy done via text/chat. I am unable to offer Face to face at this time.  Amy

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Local Support in California

California, the Golden State, is renowned for its cultural diversity and economic prowess, yet it grapples with pressing social and economic challenges. The state's wide-ranging geography—from coastal cities to sprawling inland valleys—shapes its vibrant communities. However, issues like housing affordability, variability in healthcare access, and employment disparities significantly influence residents’ overall well-being. A considerable number of Californians face barriers to accessing essential health services, exacerbated by a systemic shortage of mental health professionals. As nearly one-quarter of adults with mental health conditions struggle to receive care, the complexities within the public mental health system become evident. Many individuals and families suffer silently, further complicated by factors such as homelessness and the impacts of the criminal justice system on mental health needs. Children, particularly those in vulnerable situations, often lack access to crucial support, highlighting the urgent need for reform and improvement in behavioral health resources. Fortunately, a directory of mental health resources is available, offering a comprehensive array of services tailored to overcome these challenges, fostering community healing and resilience in California. Explore this invaluable resource to find the support necessary for mental well-being and overall quality of life.

Frequently asked questions

Use the search box at the top of this page to narrow down to your city or zip code, then choose the kind of support you need - therapists, treatment centers, housing assistance, food pantries or faith-based services. Every listing links through to contact details and directions.

It varies by listing. Food pantries, many housing programs and faith-based services are typically free, while therapists and treatment centers usually charge or bill insurance. Check the individual listing and contact the provider directly to confirm.

No. The providers and organizations listed here are independent of 7 Cups - we do not employ them and cannot vouch for them. What 7 Cups does offer directly is free emotional support from trained volunteer listeners, and online therapy with licensed professionals.

If you are in immediate danger, call 988 in the US or go to your nearest emergency room. For someone to talk to straight away, you can chat with a trained volunteer listener at any hour, free.
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