Question 1

Insurances Accepted

Accepted Answer

Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross
GROW (EAP)
HealthNet
Lyra (EAP)
Managed Health Networks (MHN)
Optum / United Health
Spring Health
Out of Network
Private Pay $160

Question 2

Crisis Intervention Resources

Accepted Answer

If you or someone you know is considering suicide, please contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988 or by texting "STRENGTH" to 741741 or go to 988lifeline.org.

If you are having a Medical or Psychiatric Emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room for help.

What is 988?
The 988 number is for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. 
The number has trained staff to answer calls from individuals at risk for suicide as well as those experiencing other mental health and substance use-related emergencies. Specialized services are available for veterans, LGBTQ+ individuals, and other groups.

How it works

Call: When you call 988, you will first hear a greeting message with the options to press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line, 2 for Spanish, or stay on the line while your call is routed to your local Lifeline network crisis center. Then a trained crisis counselor will answer the phone, provide support, and share resources if needed.
Text: When you text 988, you will complete a short survey letting the crisis counselor know a little about your situation. You will be connected with a trained crisis counselor in a crisis center, who will answer the text, provide support, and share resources if needed.
Chat: Visit 988lifeline.org and find the chat button in the top right-hand corner of the screen. You will complete a short survey letting the crisis counselor know a little bit about your current situation. Then you’ll see a wait-time message while you are connected with a trained crisis counselor who will answer the chat, provide support, and share resources if needed.

Question 3

Gambling Support

Accepted Answer

Problem Gambling Can Affect Anyone. Are you or a loved one suffering from gambling disorder? There is no-cost, confidential help 24/7.

California Problem Gambling Helpline

Speak to a live master's level counselor 24/7. If gambling has become a problem for you or for someone you know, please call 1-800-GAMBLER (426-2537) to seek free, confidential, 24/7 problem gambling assistance.

You can also text “SUPPORT” to 53342 to get more information about problem gambling behavior. Normal text messaging rates apply.

Community Support Groups

Gamblers Anonymous (GA)
Gamblers Anonymous, a twelve-step support group for men or women, is a free program dedicated to helping people with a gambling problem.

Sacramento 
Hot-Line # 1-855-222-5542 (1-855-2-Call-GA)

Los Angeles/Orange County and Surrounding Area
Hot-Line # 1-855-222-5542 (1-855-2-Call-GA)

Palm Springs
Hot-Line # 1-760-325-2808 
              
San Diego/Southern Riverside County 
Hot-Line # 1-888-233-8547 or 1-855-222-5542 (1-855-2-Call-GA)

Gam-Anon
Gam-Anon is a support system for the spouse, family or close friends of those addicted to gambling. It is free assistance.

Northern California 
Hot-Line # 1-855-222-5542 (1-855-2-Call-GA)
Los Angeles/Orange County and Surrounding Area 
Hot-line # 1-818-377-5144*

San Diego/Southern Riverside County 
Hot-Line # 1-888-233-8547 or 1-855-222-5542 (1-855-2-Call-GA)

Lisa Krekler, LCSW, DSW
EMDR Certified Therapist
760-502-6500

Frequently asked questions

Insurances Accepted

Crisis Intervention Resources

Gambling Support