Santa Monica Therapy Resources
Santa Monica Therapy Resources
SHELBY STONE, MMFT
Searching for help? Thankfully for people in need, there are a number of therapy resources and counseling options in Santa Monica and on the West Side of Los Angeles. The facilities and resources below are a list of the best and most reputable organizations to help people struggling with various mental health and psychotherapy-related issues.
Mental Health
SAMHSA’s National Helpline - 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Addiction and Recovery
Dealing with addiction such as alcoholism or drug use can leave one feeling overwhelmed and discouraged. Luckily, there are a number of resources available in Santa Monica for those struggling with substance abuse and other addictions. There are also many support options for the families and loved ones of those battling addiction. These places specialize in helping individuals and families cope and heal on the recovery journey and provide a fantastic supplement to therapy:
Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety remains one of the most common struggles for kids, teens, and adults. From day-to-day stress to issues of panic, anxiety takes on many forms and can impact your relationships, school performance, job functioning, health, well-being, and more. While a normal amount of stress can be motivating, excessive amounts of stress and anxiety can become paralyzing. Here are some resources to better understand anxiety, OCD, and panic:
Eating Disorders
As eating disorders take such an emotional and physical toll on the body, it is best to seek help as soon as possible:
Eating Disorders Hotline - 1-866-586-4780 (Available 24/7)
National Eating Disorder Association
Grief
Whether expected or unexpected, grief enters our lives in big and small ways. Seeking support during these times helps individuals and families to cope and process loss:
Mood Disorders
Many individuals struggle with the ability to manage their moods, whether high or low. Yet, the terms "depression" and "bipolar" are often misunderstood. Depression can look different for different people so it is important to become familiar with the signs in order to receive proper treatment:
Depression Symptoms and Warning Signs
Cognitive Therapy for Depression
Suicide
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-272-8255 (Available 24/7)
Suicide Prevention Resource Center
Suicide Prevention Facts & Resources
Trauma and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Trauma Resources - Child Mind Institute
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
Relationship Resources
Couples can often feel stuck in arguments, like they are going round-and-round in circles. Fortunately, there are numerous options to help tackle relationship issues such as communication difficulties and problems of intimacy. Couples counseling provides a safe space to explore various struggles and tools to help improve relationships:
EFT - Emotionally Focused Therapy
National Healthy Marriage Resource Center
Mindfulness
Many have heard of mindfulness, but what is it and how do you practice it? Mindfulness is an active awareness of the present moment without judgment and can be practiced in many ways. From a few minutes of breathing to guided meditations, mindfulness can be incorporated into daily life in many simple and effective ways. Here are some resources on the West Side of Los Angeles to learn more about mindfulness, it's benefits, and ways to practice mindfulness today:
Child Abuse and Domestic Abuse
Department of Children and Family Services
East Los Angeles Women’s Center
The National Domestic Violence Hotline - 1-800-799-7233 (Available 24/7)
Counseling Centers
Providing mental health services for children, adults, and families, counseling centers in the Santa Monica and Los Angeles area offer services such as case management (housing, job help, family resources, etc.), individual low-fee counseling, group therapy, psychiatric services, and more:
Airport Marina Counseling Service
Antioch University Counseling Center
Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services
Los Angeles LGBT Center - Mental Health Program
Pepperdine Community Counseling Clinics
Saturday Center for Psychotherapy
Southern California Counseling Center
For emergencies, please call 911.
These resources are a great supplement to personal therapy. To learn more about how therapy can help you or your loved one, click here: