Anxiety and Depression Resources
The mission of the Contra Costa Crisis Center is to keep people alive and safe, help them through crises, and connect them with culturally relevant resources in the community. Our 24-hour crisis lines, face-to-face grief counseling program, homeless services, youth services, and 211 information and referral program accomplish this.
International Foundation for Research and Education on Depression
The International Foundation for Research and Education on Depression (iFred) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting the stigma that often surrounds depression. Citing the fact depression is 90% treatable, iFred focuses on increasing the number of people getting treatment while reducing the negative attitudes associated with depression. Online support groups and a local resource directory supplement the comprehensive information available.
Anxiety and Depression Association of America
A national nonprofit organization that works to raise awareness and improve the lives of people living with anxiety and depression, Anxiety and Depression Association of America is a comprehensive resource for facts and information about a variety of anxiety-related issues as well as treatment options. Anxiety management, age- and gender-specific anxiety information, and resources for professionals are also available.
Postpartum Depression & Anxiety Resources
Postpartum Support International
A nonprofit organization dedicated to helping women suffering from perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
A helpful blog on postpartum depression and all other mental illnesses related to pregnancy and childbirth.
Chronic Pain Resources
Pain Reprocessing Therapy An evidence-based treatment for chronic pain.
Psychophysiologic Disorders Association
Mother’s Clubs/Support Groups
Online Resources
Berkeley Parent’s Network Online resource for recommendations, referrals and support for East Bay parents
Postpartum Support International closed Facebook group for connecting with other moms and support people in real-time.
Contra Costa County
Pleasant Hill/Walnut Creek Mother’s Club Playgroups, monthly meetings, and sub-clubs for socializing and support
Lamorinda Moms Club Playgroups, monthly meetings, and sub-clubs for socializing and support
Mount Diablo Mothers Club – Playgroups, monthly meetings, and sub-clubs for socializing and support in Central Contra Costa
John Muir Women’s Health Center Offering new moms groups and breastfeeding classes and services in Walnut Creek.
Iron Horse Mother’s Club Playgroups, monthly meetings, and sub-clubs for socializing and support — Dublin, San Ramon, Danville and Alamo
Concord Clayton Moms Club Playgroups, monthly meetings, and sub-clubs for socializing and support
Tum e Time Infant Massage, baby yoga, baby signs and tummy time, Walnut Creek, Oakland, Berkeley
Alameda County
Lee Safran’s Postpartum Stress Support Group Semi-monthly Saturday support group for mothers with depression, anxiety and adjustment difficulties.
Robyn Alagona Cutler’s Psychotherapy Groups for Mothers A supportive therapy group for moms with babies 0-1 year. The group is designed for moms who are struggling with mood and/or anxiety issues related to the perinatal time. It has an emphasis on self-care for moms.
Oakland Mom2Mom Oakland-based facilitated six-week support groups for first and second-time moms
Support Group for Mothers – Berkeley/Oakland
Then Comes Baby Oakland resource center, offering lactation support, classes and support groups
BirthWays Classes, new mom support groups, lactation support in Berkeley
Gina Hassan’s Mindfulness-Based New Mothers Groups Located in Berkeley. Prenatal, first-time and second-time moms groups
Yogalayam Postnatal yoga in Berkeley for moms with babies or toddlers (with childcare!)
Tum e Time Infant Massage, baby yoga, baby signs and tummy time, Walnut Creek, Oakland, Berkeley
Breastfeeding Information/Support
La Leche League Provides breastfeeding help and support. Groups all over the Bay Area.
John Muir Women’s Health Center Offering new moms groups and breastfeeding classes and services in Walnut Creek.
Then Comes Baby Oakland resource center, lactation support, classes and support groups
Resources for Parents Raising a Spirited Child
The website of author Mary Sheedy Kurcinska, who wrote Raising Your Spirited Child and Sleepless in America.