Mental Health Support During COVID-19
Telecare- Crisis Hospital for Psychiatric Emergencies
2250 Soquel Avenue, Suite 150
Santa Cruz, California 95062
(831) 600-2801
- Telecare is still operating as usual.
- COVID-19 screenings are conducted for all referrals, vendors, law enforcement, etc.
- Visitors are currently not allowed on-site, however, Telecare can arrange Skype or Facetime visits for clients with prior arrangement.
NAMI Santa Cruz County Online Support
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group
Our support group for adults with mental health concerns will be offered via Zoom every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
CLICK HERE for details
NAMI Family Support Group
Our support group for family members of adults with mental health challenges, every Thursday evening
CLICK HERE for details
NAMI Support Group for Parents/Caregivers of Youth
Our support groups for parents and caregivers of youth (11-17) every 2nd and 4th Wednesday
CLICK HERE for details
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group
Our support group for adults with mental health concerns will be offered via Zoom every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
CLICK HERE for details
NAMI Family Support Group
Our support group for family members of adults with mental health challenges, every Thursday evening
CLICK HERE for details
NAMI Support Group for Parents/Caregivers of Youth
Our support groups for parents and caregivers of youth (11-17) every 2nd and 4th Wednesday
CLICK HERE for details
California Peer Warmline - 855-845-7415
Peer-run phone line for those looking for emotional support 24/7. Online chat also available.
https://www.mentalhealthsf.org/peer-run-warmline/
Peer-run phone line for those looking for emotional support 24/7. Online chat also available.
https://www.mentalhealthsf.org/peer-run-warmline/
Mental Health Client Action Network (MHCAN)
Peer-run drop-in center for adults with mental health conditions. Offering food, clothing, and regularly scheduled groups (support and recreational). Reopened for in-person programming June 2021
www.mhcan.org
831-469-0462
Peer-run drop-in center for adults with mental health conditions. Offering food, clothing, and regularly scheduled groups (support and recreational). Reopened for in-person programming June 2021
www.mhcan.org
831-469-0462
Community Connection
Community Connection empowers adults with psychiatric disabilities and their families with the tools and resources they desire to build stronger community bonds and improve their lives.
300 Harvey West Blvd.
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Phone: (831) 425-8132
Email: [email protected]
Community Connection empowers adults with psychiatric disabilities and their families with the tools and resources they desire to build stronger community bonds and improve their lives.
300 Harvey West Blvd.
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Phone: (831) 425-8132
Email: [email protected]
Please contact [email protected] or call (831) 205-0160 for more information or to make a referral to a program.
Mariposa Wellness Center
Peer-focused wellness recovery programs and services
Monday - Friday 9am-2pm
10 Carr Street
Watsonville, CA 95076
Phone: (831) 768-8132 #309
Email: [email protected]
Peer-focused wellness recovery programs and services
Monday - Friday 9am-2pm
10 Carr Street
Watsonville, CA 95076
Phone: (831) 768-8132 #309
Email: [email protected]
More Online Support
State of Mind Podcast: Mental Health First Aid for COVID-19
Click the link below to listen to this special edition of State of Mind, a local radio show hosted by LMFT and NAMI-SCC Volunteer, Debra Sloss. She is joined by NAMI-SCC's Program Manager Anastasia Baboulevitch, and psychotherapist Kara Bowman, LMFT to talk about practical ways to cope with the profound impacts the COVID-19 outbreak is having on those with mental health conditions.
CLICK HERE to listen! You can also find more episodes of State of Mind here: https://ksqd.org/state-of-mind/
For Like Minds
Overcome isolation, share knowledge and support, and discover community strength in Peer Groups and One-on-One connections.
State of Mind Podcast: Mental Health First Aid for COVID-19
Click the link below to listen to this special edition of State of Mind, a local radio show hosted by LMFT and NAMI-SCC Volunteer, Debra Sloss. She is joined by NAMI-SCC's Program Manager Anastasia Baboulevitch, and psychotherapist Kara Bowman, LMFT to talk about practical ways to cope with the profound impacts the COVID-19 outbreak is having on those with mental health conditions.
CLICK HERE to listen! You can also find more episodes of State of Mind here: https://ksqd.org/state-of-mind/
For Like Minds
Overcome isolation, share knowledge and support, and discover community strength in Peer Groups and One-on-One connections.
- CLICK HERE for more details on the Coronavirus Peer Support Group
Free Yoga Class and Peer Support for People with a Psychiatric Diagnosis
Meets on Tuesdays at 5:30pm.EST
Do yoga for 30 min, a relaxing guided meditation for 10 min. and then talk about our struggles and positive ways of coping with our struggles for 30 min. Class leader has recovered from a serious psychiatric condition and leads a happy and fulfilled life. They have been a mental health advocate for over 25 years and legally represented patients in psychiatric hospitals for 10 years. They ran a peer support group with the National Alliance on Mental Illness for two years.
Go to www.mindhealthyoga.com to sign up. THE CLASS IS FREE!
Meets on Tuesdays at 5:30pm.EST
Do yoga for 30 min, a relaxing guided meditation for 10 min. and then talk about our struggles and positive ways of coping with our struggles for 30 min. Class leader has recovered from a serious psychiatric condition and leads a happy and fulfilled life. They have been a mental health advocate for over 25 years and legally represented patients in psychiatric hospitals for 10 years. They ran a peer support group with the National Alliance on Mental Illness for two years.
Go to www.mindhealthyoga.com to sign up. THE CLASS IS FREE!
CalHOPE
California HOPE (CalHOPE) delivers crisis support for communities impacted by a national disaster. This is a Crisis Counseling Assistance and Training Program (CCP) funded by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and run by the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS).
CLICK HERE to view resources
or call (833)317-4673
California HOPE (CalHOPE) delivers crisis support for communities impacted by a national disaster. This is a Crisis Counseling Assistance and Training Program (CCP) funded by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and run by the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS).
CLICK HERE to view resources
or call (833)317-4673
Mission Hospital's Mental Health & Wellness Clinical Institute
Offering Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Programs via Telehealth:
CLICK HERE to learn more
or call (949)499-7504
Nonviolent Communication Santa Cruz
NVC is offering online classes on a weekly basis covering multiple topics including:
- Nonviolent Communication as a Spiritual Practice
- Support in These Times, Beyond Basics
- Brown Bag Basics of NVC
- Shelter-in-Place Empathy Group
TherapyHelps
TherapyWorks has transitioned solely to telehealth support services until further notice.
Therapists are prepared to accommodate flexible scheduling, shortened appointments, and are excited to get creative with your care!
- Please contact your therapist directly or the Client Care Coordinator to help manage any scheduling needs at [email protected]
- Or by phone at 408-508-6789 or 831-234-6221 ext #1.
Bay Area Hearing Voices Network
Weekly online support group offered Mondays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Go to the BAHVN homepage for information on how to join the meeting via Zoom.
Weekly online support group offered Mondays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Go to the BAHVN homepage for information on how to join the meeting via Zoom.
California Parent and Youth Helpline
Open 8am-8pm Monday-Sunday to talk by phone or text to provide emotional support and referrals for parents and youth in English, Spanish, and other languages.
1-855-427-2736
[email protected]
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Research Opportunity for FEP Families "Motivational Interviewing for Loved Ones" is a brief, 4-session course of individual coaching for parents or other family members or friends whose relative is experiencing psychosis (onset in past 5 years) and ambivalent in some way about treatment. Participants practice approaching difficult conversations about FEP treatment by asking questions, de-escalating conflict, and affirming the autonomy of their loved one with psychosis. Consent, assessments, and coaching sessions all occur online. Participants may receive up to $75 for completing assessments before and after the intervention. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE |
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SAMHSA's Serious Mental Illness Adviser
A website funded by SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) and administered by APA (American Psychiatric Association) to offer updated information and resources for individuals with mental illness, as well as their family members and providers.
https://smiadviser.org
A website funded by SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) and administered by APA (American Psychiatric Association) to offer updated information and resources for individuals with mental illness, as well as their family members and providers.
https://smiadviser.org
The Lotus Collaborative
Mood & Trauma Programs General Overview:
https://www.thelotuscollaborative.com/mood--trauma-treatment-services.html
Mood & Trauma IOP
https://www.thelotuscollaborative.com/iop-340847.html
Free Online Support Group
https://www.thelotuscollaborative.com/online-support-group-for-anxiety-depression--trauma.html
Mood & Trauma Programs General Overview:
https://www.thelotuscollaborative.com/mood--trauma-treatment-services.html
Mood & Trauma IOP
https://www.thelotuscollaborative.com/iop-340847.html
Free Online Support Group
https://www.thelotuscollaborative.com/online-support-group-for-anxiety-depression--trauma.html
Katie Opdycke Occupational Therapy
ktOT Occupational Therapy is a private occupational therapy practice that focuses on providing affordable services to those who need additional support during their mental health recovery. The goal is to help clients develop essential life skills so that they may live a more independent and fulfilling life. Clients choose where services are received, whether it be in the community, in the comfort and privacy of home, or remotely via an online platform.
Services include (but are not limited to):
● Household Management
● Fitness and Nutrition
● Budgeting and Bill Payment
● Seeking/Sustaining Employment or Education
● Self-Care and Wellness
● Socializing and Building Health Relationships
● Self-esteem/Body Image
● Custom Services
ktOT accepts Medi-Cal and other insurance.
Please visit www.ktot-therapy.com for more information or to request a free consultation.
ktOT Occupational Therapy is a private occupational therapy practice that focuses on providing affordable services to those who need additional support during their mental health recovery. The goal is to help clients develop essential life skills so that they may live a more independent and fulfilling life. Clients choose where services are received, whether it be in the community, in the comfort and privacy of home, or remotely via an online platform.
Services include (but are not limited to):
● Household Management
● Fitness and Nutrition
● Budgeting and Bill Payment
● Seeking/Sustaining Employment or Education
● Self-Care and Wellness
● Socializing and Building Health Relationships
● Self-esteem/Body Image
● Custom Services
ktOT accepts Medi-Cal and other insurance.
Please visit www.ktot-therapy.com for more information or to request a free consultation.
