Marriage counseling that Heals in Oakland, CA. Restore Your Relationship.

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City of Oakland
California Coalition for Counselor Licensure

Therapy Oakland California

Counseling Alameda, Pleasantville, Hayward, Fremont, Union City, Livermore

The infrastructure in Oakland is extensive and very effective.  There are several major highways that run through Oakland, including the Nimitz Freeway, the one where the double-deck portion collapsed during the Loma Prieta earthquake in 1989.  The San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge also suffered a partial collapse during the 1989 earthquake.   There are two underwater tunnels, called the Webster and Posey tubes, that connect downtown Oakland with the main island of Alameda.  The mass transit system is very intricate.  Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) runs from Pleasanton to San Francisco with many different stations for commuters.¹

The climate in Oakland is fairly mild with Mediterranean-type temperatures, staying fairly even throughout the year. The average temperature runs from record highs of 109 to record lows of 26; however, the temperature averages out to 67 throughout the year.  Oakland’s temperatures are between San Francisco’s and San Jose.  Regardless, Oakland will get the maritime fog since it is situated directly across the Bay from the Golden Gate Bridge, making it cooler in the summer.  Fortunately it is far enough inland that the fog will burn off by midday giving way to sunny afternoons.  The milder temperatures help to make Oakland a favorable place to live, particularly with the redevelopment projects that have been taking place in West Oakland. 

Marriage and Couples Mental Health in Oakland

About 40% of women in California will experience abuse at the hands of their intimate partner at some point in their lifetime.² This is also an important issue for the numerous same-sex couples in the Oakland area. Domestic violence occurs in 30-40% of LGBT relationships, which is similar to the rate of occurrence among heterosexual couples.³

The Mental Health Association of Alameda County is an important service provider that meets the behavioral health needs of couples and families in the Oakland area. The association's primary goals are to advocate on behalf of those with mental illness or substance abuse issues, provide prevention and recovery services, and educate families about effective parenting, communication, and interpersonal skills. Families in need of services can call 510-835-5010.⁴

Family Services and Assistance Programs

Family Support Services of the Bay Area offers a number of programs that focus on strengthening families and providing services to enhance family functioning. Parents and caregivers who dedicate their time to caring for a loved one can take advantage of the respite care program. The kinship youth program provides guidance and support for children who are being raised by family members other than their parents. Mentoring programs are also available, so youth have quality role models to look up to. For further information, call 415-861-4060.⁵

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References

1. Bay Area Rapid Transit. (2017). Stations. Retrieved from http://www.bart.gov/stations
2. California Partnership to End Domestic Violence. (2017). Statistics and Facts. Retrieved from http://www.cpedv.org/Statistics
3. Alameda County Family Justice Center. (2017). Statistics on Domestic Violence. Retrieved from http://www.acfjc.org/resource_library/domestic_violence/statistics_on_domestic_violence
4. Mental Health Association of Alameda County. (2017). Home - MHAAC. Retrieved from http://www.mhaac.org/
5. Family Support Services of the Bay Area. (2016). Our Services. Retrieved from http://fssba.org/our-services

Oakland is located in Alameda County, California. It has a land area of 55.89 square miles and a water area of 21.96 square miles.  The population of Oakland is 419,267 people with 158,424 households and a median annual income of $54,618. .

Therapy Affordability Meter for Oakland, CA

Affordable with Planning

Therapy in Oakland is generally within financial reach for the average family, but some budget planning may be needed for a real commitment to weekly counseling. Remember that your mental health and happiness are important. Check with your Oakland therapist about insurance coverage or ask about sliding scale fees if there are any difficulties with accessibility. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Oakland public health department.