PHILIP LEWIS, MA, LMFT, CGP, PLGS
Beverly Hills Relationship Therapist
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List of Mental Health Resources For People Affected by the Los Angeles Wildfire
Below is a collection of (1) lists of mental health providers who are offering low-cost or free therapy near you; (2) support groups; (3) volunteer opportunities for therapists; and (4) general resources for those affected by the LA wildfires.
IMPORTANT: Given the rapidly changing emergency circumstances, I have not verified or fact checked any of the information below. I am not affiliated with, nor do I endorse any services being offered. Please do your own research.
The List
List of Community Mental Health Clinics Offering Free or Low Cost Therapy Near You
Description From Resource
This is a list of existing community mental health clinics compiled by Meghann Pulda at Integrative Psychotherapy Group. In addition to low-cost psychotherapy, some are currently offering free sessions for people affected by the Los Angeles Wildfires. Please contact the individual providers for more information.
USC Telebehavioral Health Clinic offers 8 free virtual sessions to clients in California with an emphasis on the surrounding area of USC
Description From Resource
They are a training clinic for the students at the School of Social Work; therefore the clinic is mainly for mild- moderare symptoms of depression, anxiety, or adjustment disorders.
For more information, clients can call 866-740-6502 or fill out this interest form:
10 Free Sessions for Those Impacted by the Fires (Airport Marina Counseling Center)
Description From Resource
Airport Marina Counseling Service is offering 10 FREE therapy sessions to anyone impacted by the wildfires in Los Angeles. Simply call us at (310) 670-1410 for an initial consultation and to connect with a therapist.
Free Mental Health Support and Guidance - Maple Counseling
Description From Resource
Maple Counseling, a community mental health clinic, is offering mental health assistance through their Briskin-Wilder Welcome Center as follows: "This no-cost service connects individuals to a broad network of mental health providers throughout LA County, offering immediate assistance to those in crisis."
A list of free and discounted resources for victims of Los Angeles-area fires
Description From Resource
Los Angeles Times Online article updated regularly: "Here is a list of offerings for fire victims in and around the county. In the face of the unprecedented disaster, national companies, local businesses, nonprofits, individuals and communities are coming together to provide resources, supplies and services for free or at discounted rates for victims of the emergency. This story will be updated as more organizations and companies post their offerings."
Free Support Group for Adults Affected by the LA fires
Description From Resource
Free Support Group for adults affected by the LA fires
Thursdays, starting Feb 27th 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting virtually on Zoom
10-weeks, drop in okay Free of charge Limited to 8 adults
• Share and process grief, loss, fear, or anger.
• Connect with others who are also going through it.
• Reconnect with parts of yourself other than "fire-affected."
To join or for more information please email:
jonna.tamases@gmail.com
or call or text (323) 362-6365
www.JonnaTherapy.com
Maria Evans's List of Therapists Providing Sliding Scale and Pro Bono Services for People Impacted by the LA fires
Description From Resource
Help for LA Fires: If you're a therapist in California and would like to offer sliding scale, pro-bono, or insurance-based therapy to support those who lost their homes, evacuated during the LA fires, or are otherwise affected, we’d be thrilled to have you join this list!
Fire Relief Clinical Volunteer
Description From Resource
"Maple Counseling is rallying our alumni community and extended network of licensed therapists/Associates to offer SIX FREE THERAPY SESSIONS to those impacted by the fires. If you or anyone you know might be interested in volunteering their clinical services, please fill in [the form at the link below]. It asks a few questions needed to help Maple Counseling act as the coordinating hub for connecting individuals with therapists utilizing our Briskin | Wilder Welcome Center."