Free or Low-Cost Counseling in Oakland, CA *

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Christy Stinton

I am a licensed counselor in both Washington and Oregon, with over 15 years of experience. I have worked with a variety of issues, including infertility, depression, anxiety,...

I am a licensed counselor in both Washington and Oregon, with over 15 year...

Christy Offers Online Therapy with BetterHelp
Accepting New Clients

Bernadette Wood

Hi and welcome. I have been a social worker for 27 years, and have worked in the field of social services for over 31 years. I have experience working with adult survivors of...

Hi and welcome. I have been a social worker for 27 years, and have worked ...

Bernadette Offers Online Therapy with BetterHelp
Accepting New Clients

La Clinica de la Raza (Casa Del Sol)

Since its beginnings as a single storefront operation in Oakland in 1971, La Clinica has grown into a sophisticated provider of primary health care and other services spread across Alameda, Contra Costa, and So...

Since its beginnings as a single storefront operation in Oakland in 1971, La Cli...

An OpenCounseling Top Non-Profit 2021

Is online counseling available?

BetterHelp (a sponsor) offers affordable online therapy with financial aid based on your income. All therapists are licensed. Click here to learn more.

Locally, the following clinics also offer online therapy: La Clinica de la Raza (Casa Del Sol), Seeds of Awareness Holistic Counseling Center, Seeds of Awareness, Inc.. 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.

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Online Therapy

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