In emotional crisis--can I see someone in person near Oakland, CA today?
June 17, 2017 10:00 AM Subscribe
I'm currently experiencing an intense emotional crisis; I'm not in physical danger. I can pay--is there any way I can definitely get at least an hour with a licensed mental health professional today near Oakland, CA?
I'm not sure if this is feasible, and I'm not sure how to make this happen. Can one just walk into an ER and get psychological support? No, right? I'm not sure I have the emotional resources to leave messages with a bunch of therapists as a new client and hope one of them checks their messages on a weekend and is willing to meet.
I'm not sure if this is feasible, and I'm not sure how to make this happen. Can one just walk into an ER and get psychological support? No, right? I'm not sure I have the emotional resources to leave messages with a bunch of therapists as a new client and hope one of them checks their messages on a weekend and is willing to meet.
Crisis Support Services of Alameda County, CA - 24 Hour Crisis Line: 1-800-309-2131
If you or someone you know is struggling with difficult life circumstances or uncomfortable thoughts and emotions we are here to help. You do not need to be experiencing suicidal thoughts or feelings to call. Trained Crisis Line Counselors are available 24/7 to take your call.
posted by lazuli at 10:17 AM on June 17, 2017 [2 favorites]
If you or someone you know is struggling with difficult life circumstances or uncomfortable thoughts and emotions we are here to help. You do not need to be experiencing suicidal thoughts or feelings to call. Trained Crisis Line Counselors are available 24/7 to take your call.
posted by lazuli at 10:17 AM on June 17, 2017 [2 favorites]
Best answer: You might also try Sausal Creek Outpatient Stabilization Clinic, 510-437-2363. Open till 4:30 today, closed tomorrow.
Sausal Creek Outpatient Stabilization Clinic (“Sausal Creek”) provides services to any adult in Alameda County who feels that they cannot wait for routine mental health outpatient care. The clinic is open to referrals and walk-ins. Services are provided for people in acute distress or discomfort as a result of mental illness, difficulty with medications, or personal/family crisis.
posted by lazuli at 10:22 AM on June 17, 2017 [7 favorites]
Sausal Creek Outpatient Stabilization Clinic (“Sausal Creek”) provides services to any adult in Alameda County who feels that they cannot wait for routine mental health outpatient care. The clinic is open to referrals and walk-ins. Services are provided for people in acute distress or discomfort as a result of mental illness, difficulty with medications, or personal/family crisis.
posted by lazuli at 10:22 AM on June 17, 2017 [7 favorites]
Many psychiatrists do not accept insurance, so if you can afford it, you could easily find one on ZocDoc and schedule an appointment.
posted by invisible ink at 3:02 PM on June 17, 2017
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posted by LobsterMitten at 10:03 AM on June 17, 2017 [1 favorite]