List of Mental Health Resources For People Affected by the Los Angeles Wildfire

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.

I Lost Everything in a California Fire. It Changed How I Live.

Listing of mental health professionals & link for professionals to sign up to be added to the list.

Listing of mental health professionals & link for professionals to sign up to be added to the list.

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:

From the provider: In response to the Los Angeles fires, Align Therapy Group, Inc. is partnering with other local private practices to offer free virtual short-term therapy for those impacted. Support is available immediately for a limited time for displaced individuals, first responders, those directly affected, and anyone experiencing distress. In addition to therapy, we are also offering referral assistance for those in need of longer-term or specialized care. TO SCHEDULE: DM @align_therapy_group or email: info@aligntherapygroup.com

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.

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."

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Listing of Mental Health Resources for Those Impacted by Wildfire - Provided by LACDMH

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The list owner writes: "Many thanks to my colleagues with the California Disaster Mental Health Coalition for compiling and sharing most of this resource list. I have added some resources/links to this list & will continue to add resources as I receive them. Contact Zack Reed-Fier, LPCC Disaster Mental Health Responder with questions or additional resources with counselingwithzack@gmail.com or 818-860-1892."

In response to the California wildfires, the National Child Traumatic Stress Network has developed resources to help children, families, and communities navigate what they are seeing and hearing, acknowledge their feelings, and find ways to cope together.

A comprehensive, well-organized updated list of Los Angeles Fire Emergency Resources.

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."

Emergency Services and Shelter Resources: Los Angeles County Psychological Association

Provides comprehensive list of tenant's right and other resources for those affected by LA wildfires

How to Help Pets Affected by the Devastating LA Fires - See which local shelters are taking pets (and who needs your donations right now). by Hilary Weaver

Free of charge for those impacted by the fires Meets weekly on Mondays from 5:30-6:30pm
Open to any 6th-gth Graders
Email: therapy@daniellefayejonas/csw.com with:
• Your child's full name
• Age
• Neighborhood

Support Group for LA Fires

Wednesdays 7:00-7:30 PM
For more info email tanya@tanyagaum.com, or call 323-875-6674

Free of charge for those impacted by the fires
Meets weekly on Thursdays from 7-8pm
Open to adults impacted by the fires
Email: therapy@daniellefayejonas/cs.com with:
- Your name
- Age
- Neighborhood

Please join us in community as we create a safe space to express ourselves and be present with each other
Every Monday 6-7:30 PM Via Zoom
Feel free to reach out for more information
Email: isaalsobrook@gmail.com
Call: 310.560.8919

Free 4-Week Creative Arts Therapy Group for Wildfire Survivors

LA Fires Free Support Group - 5 free sessions for adults affected by the Los Angeles wildfires.
Wednesdays • 5:30 PM • Meets Virtually
Register now at: sweetgrasstherapyla.com/grouptherapy

I am holding a FREE 90 minute Zoom class to guide you in the basics of having difficult conversations with your child. What are expected and typical responses to trauma, how to stay connected and keep a sense of felt safety for them in these challenging times.
Each class will be small (6-8 participants) to allow time for questions.
** Limited to families who have lost a home or a school**

As a response to the Eaton wildfire, we are hosting this processing group to support effected families in fostering hope and resilience. Children will meet in age-appropriate setting to process these events while caregivers will meet simultaneously in their own support group. There is no charge to attend. Saturdays 10:00 am-11:30 am, 2/15, 2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15. Address: 1605 HOPE STREET SUITE 350
SOUTH PASADENA, CA 91030

Please RSVP with names, ages of children, and which dates you plan to attend to Alyson Fortner at afortner.ip@soultenders.com.

Details:
• When: Wednesday, January 22, 2025 and each week
• Time: 6:30 pm-8:00 pm
• Where: WESTERN JUSTICE CENTER
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The Maxwell House
55 South Grand Ave; Pasadena, CA 91105 and
Virtual
• Who: Anyone impacted by the recent fires (adults only, please).
• Cost: Free of charge.
To Register or Learn More: Contact: Joanne Diaz-Koegl,
LMFT
Phone: 818-395-8066
Email: Joannekoegl@gmail.com;

Fire Recovery Support Group PARENTS - 8 weeks starting Thursday, January 30th, 2025 7pm

Fire Recovery Support Group TEENS - 8 weeks starting Friday, January 31st, 2025 4pm

Free

Join this supportive virtual community of wildfire survivors to come together to heal and empower each other through somatic therapy. Gain tools to manage anxiety, depression, and trauma.

Open to all genders

Mondays 5 PM - 6 PM
To sign up : email chloebeantherapy@gmail.com, or call (424) 307-1829

Supporting your child during this uncertain time. Receive expert guidance, resources, and a safe space for your family to heal. We know how hard this has been. The recent LA fires have left families shaken, and as a parent, it’s heartbreaking to see your child struggle with fear, confusion, or even silence. You may be wondering, How do I help them? What do I say?

WEEKLY SUPPORT GROUP STARTING 1/28
Ellenhorn will be hosting a weekly support group to hold space for individuals impacted by the wildfires to connect and find support. This group is open to anyone impacted by the fires, offering a space for connection, sharing, and mutual support.
When: Tuesdays, starting 1/28, from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm (PST)
Where: Hybrid, In-person at our Los Angeles office (8737 Venice Blvd, Suite 201, Los Angeles, CA 90034) and virtually via Zoom.

(Looks like there will be a total of 4 sessions, one each week, starting 1/28)

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!

Los Angeles County Psychological Association Pro Bono Opportunities for Therapists

Put Your Professional Credentials to Work on a Red Cross Disaster Health Services or Disaster Mental Health Team

"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."