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Free or Low-Cost Counseling in Monterey, CA ( Verified Listings ) *

* Please note that fees are set by providers are usually free-to-low-cost based on your income.

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Arms of Angels
Arms of Angels provides 6 weeks of counseling to families that have lost a loved...
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Shine a Light Counseling Center
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Shine a Light Counseling Center is a 501(c) non-profit counseling center offerin...
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Monterey Outpatient Treatment Center
We provide substance abuse and mental health counseling and recovery services to...


Is online counseling available?  

BetterHelp (a sponsor) offers affordable online therapy with financial aid based on your income. All therapists are licensed. Get 20% off your first month with this link.

Locally, the following clinics also offer online therapy: Shine a Light Counseling Center. Others on this list may too. Please check with the individual providers.

Do I qualify for state funded counseling? 

Qualifying for assistance from California's program usually depends on the severity of your condition and financial circumstance. Read our full guide to California's program.

Affordable marriage counseling in Monterey  

Regain.us (a sponsor) offers affordable online marriage counseling with financial aid based on your income. All therapists are licensed. Get 20% off your first month with this link.

Locally, our users report the following clinics offering marriage counseling: Arms of Angels, Monterey Outpatient Treatment Center.
Others may also offer marriage counseling, please call to inquire.

I need urgent help NOW.  

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