Find What You Need
We believe everyone deserves access to support — whether that's with us or beyond us. Below you'll find crisis lines, affordable therapy options, and self-help tools we trust.
Educational guides to help you make sense of what you're experiencing — and how therapy can help.
Educational guide · By Nancy Phung-Smith, LMFT
An interactive guide to what CPTSD looks like day to day — at work, in relationships, as a parent — and how EMDR, IFS, and somatic therapy help.
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EMDR psychoeducation, somatic tools, and journal prompts — plus a bit about our team.
Get the Free GuideWe believe healing lasts when it's held by community, connection, and the right tools — not chased as a quick fix. Each month, we share worksheets, books, podcasts, and research to support the work you're already doing. This isn't a newsletter — just resources when they're useful. Your information is never shared.
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911. If you are in a mental health crisis, the lines below are free, confidential, and available 24/7.
Anyone in emotional distress or crisis
Call or Text 988 · Chat at 988lifeline.org
Free, confidential, 24/7 support for suicide and mental health crises.
San Diego County residents
1-888-724-7240
Local 24/7 crisis intervention, suicide prevention, and mental health referrals.
Anyone who prefers texting
Text HOME to 741741
Free 24/7 text-based crisis support from trained counselors.
Veterans, service members & their families
Dial 988 then Press 1 · Text 838255
Confidential 24/7 support staffed by responders experienced with military culture.
LGBTQ+ young people
1-866-488-7386 · Text START to 678678
24/7 crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ youth.
Anyone facing substance use or mental health concerns
1-800-662-4357 (HELP)
Free 24/7 treatment referral and information service.
If cost is a barrier, these organizations offer reduced-fee or sliding-scale therapy and can help you find care that fits your budget.
Individuals, couples & families nationwide
openpathcollective.org
A nonprofit network of therapists offering in-person and online sessions for $40–70 (one-time $65 membership).
San Diego County residents & families
namisandiego.org · 1-800-523-5933
Free support groups, education, and navigation help for mental health conditions.
San Diego County residents
Dial 211 · 211sandiego.org
Free community resource line connecting you to low-cost counseling, clinics, and social services.
Anyone searching for a therapist
psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
Filter by sliding scale, insurance, and location to find affordable local or virtual therapists.
Anyone seeking affordable care
mhanational.org
Free screening tools, resources, and a directory of low-cost community mental health centers.
Individuals, couples & families · In-person (SD + Los Alamitos) & telehealth statewide
alliantclinics.org/alliant-couple-and-family-clinic
Sliding-scale therapy from graduate-level therapists supervised by licensed clinicians.
Individuals · Alliant University doctoral training program
alliantclinics.org/center-for-applied-psychology-services
Low-cost individual psychotherapy through Alliant's doctoral training program; no pre-set session limits.
Individuals, couples, families & groups · In-person San Diego & telehealth statewide
strongertogethersd.org
Nonprofit sliding-scale therapy, including LGBTQ+ and domestic violence support groups.
Individuals & couples · Statewide telehealth · English, Spanish & Mandarin
sentiocc.org
501(c)(3) nonprofit offering sliding-scale therapy starting at $15/session, statewide via telehealth.
Individuals, children, adolescents, families, couples & groups · 135+ CA zip codes
maple4counseling.org
Nonprofit sliding-scale counseling (average ~$25/session); no one turned away for inability to pay.
Individuals · English & Spanish · LGBTQIA+-affirming
openpaths.org
Nonprofit sliding-scale, culturally sensitive therapy; free services for West Hollywood residents/workers via city grant.
Individuals · In-person Pasadena
rosecitycenter.org
Nonprofit low-fee, sliding-scale psychotherapy staffed by pre- and post-doctoral trainees.
Individuals · Sliding-scale therapy & psychological testing
ciis.edu/counseling-and-acupuncture-clinics/psychological-services-center
Sliding-scale therapy and psychological testing through California Institute of Integral Studies' training clinic.
LGBTQI+ individuals · Sliding scale from $30/session
queerlifespace.org
LGBTQI-focused psychotherapy on a sliding scale starting at $30/session.
Individuals, couples & families · Nationwide, including all of California
openpathcollective.org
National nonprofit directory of sliding-scale therapists; one-time $59 lifetime membership, then $30–$80/session.
Not sure you're ready for therapy yet? These free tools can help you understand what you're experiencing, build coping skills, and explore whether you'd like to take the next step.
Anyone wanting to understand their symptoms
mhanational.org/self-help-tools
Free, anonymous screenings for anxiety, depression, trauma, and more.
Anyone interested in meditation & grounding
insighttimer.com (free app)
The largest free library of guided meditations for anxiety, sleep, and stress.
California youth & young adults (13–25)
Free app (App Store / Google Play)
A free, confidential wellness app made for California young adults with coaching and tools.
Anyone managing low mood or depression
Free app (App Store / Google Play)
A free self-help app with a thought diary, safety plan, and CBT-based exercises.
Anyone managing self-harm urges
Free app (App Store / Google Play)
A DBT-informed app offering urge-surfing techniques for moments of distress.
Anyone learning about mental health
youtube.com/@TherapyinaNutshell
Free, accessible videos by therapist Emma McAdam on anxiety, trauma, and coping skills.
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