16255 Ventura Boulevard Suite #502, Encino, California 91436 (818) 928-5234
Helpful Resources and Links
The following contacts are listed to provide you with additional online mental health support information.
In the event of an emergency please dial 911 so they can assist you immediately or go to your nearest emergency room.
ADHD
Information on Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
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National Institute of Mental Health
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder-adhd/index.shtml
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Attention Deficit Disorder Association
https://add.org/
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/index.html
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Eating Disorders
National Eating Disorders Association
https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/
(800) 931-2237
Text “NEDA” to 741741
Online chat available
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Signs and Symptoms
https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/warning-signs-and-symptoms
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​https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/eating-disorders/symptoms-causes/syc-20353603
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
International OCD Foundation
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National Institute of Mental Health
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/obsessive-compulsive-disorder-ocd/index.shtml
Suicide Support
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
(800) 273-TALK (8255)
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
Online chat available
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Read This First
Depression
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American Psychological Association
https://www.apa.org/topics/depression/recover
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Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
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Trevor Project – National 24HR suicide hotline for LGBTQ youth
1-866-488-7386
Texting available
online chat available
Adolescent/Teen Support
TeenLine National Hotline
(310) 855-4673
Text “TEEN” to 839863
TEEN TALK App available
Teens helping teens
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American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Home.aspx?hkey=4e918a42-7a64-4c60-bf12-9c9ef6e48164
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Adolescent/Teen Depression Information
https://www.aacap.org/App_Themes/AACAP/docs/resource_centers/resources/med_guides/DepressionGuide-web.pdf
Self Harm Support
Self Abuse Finally Ends (SAFE)
(800) DONTCUT (366-8288)
National Hopeline Network
(800) 784-2433
Physical and Emotional Abuse
ChildHelp National Child Abuse Hotline
(800) 4-A-Child (422-4453)
http://www.childhelp.org/hotline/
Reporting:
Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services
(800) 540-4000
National Domestic Violence Hotline
(800) 799-7233
Online chat available
Local:
Los Angeles County Domestic Violence Safety Plan Hotline
(800) 978-3600
Adult Protective Services and Elder Abuse Hotline
(800) 222-8000
https://www.caregiver.org/adult-protective-services-and-elder-abuse-hotline-1
Baby Safe Surrender
(877) 222-9723
Sexual Assault
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RAINN – Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network National Sexual Assault Hotline
1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
online chat available
Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety.org
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Anxiety Help Guide
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/anxiety/anxiety-disorders-and-anxiety-attacks.htm
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Information about panic disorder
https://www.apa.org/topics/anxiety/panic-disorder
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Meditation Apps for Regulation
Relaxation support for both iphone and Android
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Calm
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Insight Timer
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/zen-timer-meditation-timer/id337472899
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10% Happier
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/10-happier-guided-meditation/id992210239
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Simple Habit
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/simple-habit-meditation/id1093360165
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Meditation and Relaxation Pro
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/meditation-relaxation-pro/id1222611121
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Grief Support
Our House Grief Support information
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Coping with Grief and Loss
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/grief/coping-with-grief-and-loss.htm
Infertility Support
Substance Abuse
Substance Abuse Service Helpline
(844) 804-7500
http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/sapc/
Operated by the LA County’s Department of Public Health
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Alcoholics Anonymous
www.aa.org – Information and Local AA meeting location finder
http://aa-intergroup.org – online meetings/groups
www.sfvaa.org, (818) 988-3001 – San Fernando Valley AA
www.LACOAA.org, (323) 963-4343, (800) 923-8722 – Los Angeles Central Office AA
(323) 750-2039 – Oficina Central Hispana
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Narcotics Anonymous
http://greaterlosangelesna.org/
https://westsidena.org/westsidewp/
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SAMHSA
Substance Abuse and Mental Helath Services Administration
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
(800) 662- HELP (4357)
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Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association
LGBTQ+ Support
National Center for PTSD
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Sidran Institute - Traumatic Stress Institution and Advocacy
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Postpartum Support
Resources for postpartum depression
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Postpartum Support International
Maternal Mental Health Now
GLAAD - Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation
Resource list and support organizations
https://www.glaad.org/resourcelist
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The Los Angeles LGBT Center
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LGBTQ Resources and Organizations
https://www.cdc.gov/lgbthealth/youth-resources.htm
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https://www.connectsafely.org/lgbtq-resources/
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Family Support
https://pflag.org/loving-families
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https://www.uclahealth.org/lgbtq/resources
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Disability Support
Cancer Support
Cancer Support Community
https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org/
Toll free Help Line
(888) 793-9355
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We Spark Cancer Support Center
(818) 906-3022
Provides free programs and services in Sherman Oaks
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
http://dpss.lacounty.gov/wps/portal/dpss/main/programs-and-services/civilrights/ada/
(844) 586-5550
North Los Angeles County Regional Center, Chatsworth
State of California Department of Developmental Services
(818) 778-1900