We've compiled a list of resources below, some of which are available to everyone and some only to residents of specific geographic areas. If you are in crisis, we urge you to reach out immediately to get the help you deserve.

CRISIS SUPPORT

John George Psychiatric Emergency Services

Providing psychiatric evaluation, intervention and referral for voluntary and involuntary patients around the clock, every day of the week. Crisis intervention and urgent medication assessments are provided by qualified, multidisciplinary teams of mental health professionals. 

Walk-in care: 2060 Fairmont Dr., San Leandro, CA 94578 

Call 510-481-4141

Crisis Support Services of Alameda County

24-hour crisis line with mental health support for Alameda County residents. 

Call 1-800-309-2131

Berkeley Mobile Crisis Team

Near-24-hour mental health and substance abuse crisis line for Berkeley residents.

Call 510-948-0075

Contra Costa 24-Hour Access Line (Medi-Cal only)

Mental health and substance abuse crisis line for Contra Costa County residents with Medi-Cal benefits.

Call 1-888-678-7277

Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Crisis Lifeline

Call 1-800-273-8255 

Call or text 988 

ALAMEDA COUNTY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

All Alameda County residents are eligible for mental health services. Alameda County Behavioral Health (ACBH) is the lead agency providing coordination of mental health and substance use services in Alameda County. 

Call 1-800-491-9099 or go to the website to see an overview of services.

BERKELEY MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

Berkeley residents are eligible to receive mental health services through the Mental Health Department of the City of Berkeley. 

Call 510-981-5290 for information about services. 

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

Contra Costa Health provides mental health services to all residents of Contra Costa County who are experiencing a mental or emotional crisis. See the website for services in East, Central and West Contra Costa County.

GRIEVANCES

The Patients’ Rights Advocates of Alameda County responds to questions and complaints from consumers being treated in psychiatric hospitals/facilities and from consumers who are residents of long term facilities or of adult residential facilities, who feel one or more of their rights have been denied. 

• You can file a grievance online here with the Alameda County Behavioral Health if you have a concern or problem or are not satisfied with your mental health services.

• You can call 1-800-734-2504 if you have a question or concern about treatment of a client receiving mental health services in Alameda County.