San Mateo County Resources

Crisis/Suicide Prevention

StarVista Crisis Center
Providing mental health crisis services in San Mateo County for more than 50 years.

  • ☏ Phone: 24/7 Crisis Hotline: 650-579-0350, Teen Crisis Services operate Monday-Friday 4:00 pm-10:00 pm PST. Support is peer-to-peer under staff supervision. Serves ages 13+ but will not turn away any youth on the basis of age. Teen Text Line: 650-747-6463
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Legal Resources

The Legal Aid Society of San Mateo County
Fighting social injustice through civil legal advocacy for people living in poverty.

  • ☏ Phone: Office: (650) 558-0915
  • Address: 330 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 123, Redwood City, CA 94065
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Mental Health

Allcove
An innovative network of integrated youth mental health centers designed with, by, and for youth that reduce stigma, embrace mental wellness, increase community connection, and provide access to culturally-responsive services.

Ayudando Latinos A Soñar (ALAS)
At ALAS, they care about the mental health and well-being of the community. Their trained clinicians provide in-person support for individuals, couples, families, and groups. They speak both English and Spanish. Counseling is confidential and free, all you have to do is ask!

  • ☏ Phone: (650) 560-8947
  • Address: Main Office 636 Purissima Street, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
  • Email: alas@alasdreams.com 
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Health Plan of San Mateo - Behavioral Health
HPSM offers services to help members with their physical, mental, and emotional health. The resources on this page are for all providers, however, some resources may be specific to providers that offer mild to moderate mental health treatment.

  • ☏ Phone: (650) 616-0050
  • Address: 801 Gateway Blvd., Suite 100, South San Francisco, CA 94080
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San Mateo County Youth! Free Mental Health App
Wysa is a wellness app that can help you get your wellness back on track. San Mateo County is offering free subscriptions to Wysa, available 24×7, anytime, anywhere. Wysa is anonymous and guides you through mindfulness and over 150+ self-care tools.

Una Vida / One Life Counseling Center
They are a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization of skilled therapists and change agents who aim to inspire, educate, and provide accessible counseling for anyone who needs it. Offers private practice, sliding scale, and also works with Medi-Cal for services.

  • ☏ Phone: (650) 260-8092
  • Hours: Monday - Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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Parent Resources

County of San Mateo Parent Resources
Parent resources for San Mateo County residents.

  • ☏ Phone: 24 Parental Stress Hotline 1 (888) 220 - 7575 | (650) 363-4000
  • Address: 400 County Center Redwood City, CA 94063
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Family Resource Center
Ability Path’s Family Resource Center provides parent-to-parent support, outreach, information, and referral services to families of children with special needs and disabilities, and the professionals who serve them.

The Parent Project 
The Parent Project is a national award-winning and evidence-based curriculum where 300 parents— representing more than 700 children—have graduated. Data were gathered at the start of the course, in a six-month follow-up, at the end of the course the results are dramatic, heartwarming, and inspiring.

Substance Use Treatment

San Mateo County Substance Use Treatment Services
If you or a loved one is struggling with substance misuse or addiction, you are not alone. We’re here to help. Call our Access Call Center 24/7 for assistance.

  • ☏ Phone: (800) 686-0101 
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StarVista Insight Program
In Redwood City or Daly City. StarVista’s Insights Adolescent Treatment Program offers outpatient substance abuse and mental health treatment services, which empower youth to take responsibility for the choices in their lives. Participants and staff work together to identify hopeful paths for the future and create positive changes for themselves and their families.