Ever since being started by a small group of caring and compassionate individuals in 1971, the Free Clinic of Simi Valley has been making an indelible mark on the community of Simi Valley by saving lives, reducing health care costs for residents, and improving the physical and mental health of the community.
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Services Offered
Counseling Services - Free Clinic of Simi Valley counselors are trained in providing clients with the skills necessary to deal with emotional and environmental issues in their lives. Individuals and families spend approximately one hour per week in a private confidential setting receiving careful guidance and caring support from a trained counselor. The average course of therapy ranges from six weeks to six months. Counseling is administered in the areas of: * Family Communication * Depression & Anxiety * Trauma Recovery * Play Therapy for Children
Fees and Payment
A donation of $30 is requested per session of counseling.
We provide assistance to individuals and families in need, regardless of their ability to pay.
This is a non profit agency.
Services Offered To: Adults Teens Children
Special Groups: Faith-Based
Payment: Sliding Scale Pro-bono
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A community counseling agency is a group therapy practice that offers affordable mental health services. Most are independent non-profit agencies, state agencies, or publicly-funded agencies. A few may restrict who is eligible for services, so it is a good idea to check when you call.
Community counseling agencies are generally more affordable than other therapy providers, but how much more affordable they are will depend on whether you qualify for a discount or sliding scale fee (or if they accept your insurance). Many, but not all, have a policy that they won't turn away anyone due to inability to pay. You should ask about their fees when you first call.
Expect to talk to kind people who want to help you find the care you need. Most community agencies strive to connect you with a live person within 24 hours, if not immediately. If you're asked to hold or leave a message, don't give up; just leave a message and wait. You should hear back pretty quickly.
Most agencies try to set up an initial assessment appointment within a week (some do within 24 hours), though the waitlist to start therapy is usually longer—about a few weeks on average. If you're not eligible or if the agency is not right for you, it's usually still worth it to call or drop in, because staff are knowledgeable about local options and can often refer you to one.