Community Resources

Everyone deserves access to care and support. The resources below offer affordable, community-based mental health options and can serve as helpful starting points. They may assist with referrals, therapy services, crisis support, and guidance as you consider your next steps.

Crisis lines and trusted websites are also included to ensure you have immediate and accessible support when needed.

Availability and eligibility may vary. Please contact providers directly for the most current information.

  • Alameda County Behavioral Health
    https://acbhcs.org
    County funded mental health services for Alameda County residents, including outpatient therapy, referrals, and crisis support. This is the primary access point for Medi Cal mental health services in Fremont, Union City, Hayward, and Newark.

    Bay Area Community Health
    https://bach.health
    Community health centers offering behavioral health services with sliding scale and insurance based options, including locations in Fremont and nearby East Bay communities.

  • Santa Clara County Behavioral Health
    https://bhsd.santaclaracounty.gov
    Mental health services for eligible Santa Clara County residents, including therapy, referrals, and crisis support.

    Asian Americans for Community Involvement
    https://aaci.org
    Culturally responsive behavioral health and wellness services. Many programs accept Medi Cal and offer low cost options.

    Bill Wilson Center
    https://www.billwilsoncenter.org
    Mental health and support services for youth, young adults, and families. Many programs are offered at low cost or no cost depending on eligibility.

  • Marin County Behavioral Health
    https://www.marinbhrs.org/
    County behavioral health services for Marin County residents, including therapy and referrals.

    Sonoma County Behavioral Health
    https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/health-and-human-services/health-services/divisions/behavioral-health
    Outpatient mental health services and referrals for Sonoma County residents.

    Buckelew Programs
    https://buckelew.org
    Community based mental health services in Marin and Sonoma counties, with sliding scale and insurance based options.

  • - Lifeline Crisis Chat: crisischat.org (http://crisischat.org/)

    - Crisis Text Line: 1.800.273.8255 or Text BAY to 741741

    - Text HELLO to 741741

    - California Youth Crisis Line (CYCL): 1.800.843.5200

    - Bill Wilson Center's 24/7 Teen Line for Youth: 1.888.247.7717

    - Bill Wilson Center's SOS Crisis Hotline: 1.408.278.2585

    - Santa Clara County Crisis Line: 1.855.278.4204

    - Trevor Lifeline (LGBTQIA+): 1.866.488.7386

    - EMERGENCY 911

If you are experiencing immediate distress or need urgent support, please call 911 or contact your local emergency services right away. You may also reach out to the crisis resources listed below for immediate support.

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988
https://988lifeline.org