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

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Agriculture was the most prosperous industry in Palmdale until the government put in Muroc Air Base after WWII, which was later renamed Edwards Air Force Base.¹ The base expanded in the 1950s, establishing an aerospace industry, where aircraft were developed and tested. This testing facility was called the United States Air Force Plant 42. Lockheed followed suit by establishing a plant. This gave way for the aerospace industry to take over as the largest industry in the area. The area is currently known as the Aerospace Capital of the World. It wasn't until the 1970s when Palmdale began to become more heavily developed, complete with an airport, municipal building, and even a library. The population of Palmdale has steadily increased, to its robust residency of around 153,000. With ample freeways to and from the Los Angeles area, Palmdale is the perfect place to call home.

Marriage and Couples Mental Health in Palmdale

Couples in Palmdale and the Antelope Valley experience many health-related stressors that can lead to dissatisfaction in the relationship. In addition to more domestic abuse and psychiatric emergencies than any other area of Los Angeles County, Palmdale also experiences high rates of tobacco use and obesity. Many people in rural areas outside Palmdale have difficulty getting the treatment they need, simply because of the travel time required to get to a mental health facility. To improve access to care, the Los Angeles Department of Public Health has joined forces with the Department of Mental Health to develop several health initiatives. Among them is an initiative to integrate and coordinate health and mental health care at local agencies throughout the Antelope Valley.²

Palmdale couples who need assistance with mental health concerns can turn to Mental Health America Los Angeles (MHA). MHA operates the Antelope Valley Enrichment Services, which seeks to ensure that people living with mental illness have access to the services they need in order to improve couples and family functioning and become active members of the community. The focus of MHA's programs is on education and training so clients develop self-confidence, dignity, and self-reliance. Further information about MHA's programs is available by calling 661-726-2850.³

Family Services and Assistance Programs

Koinonia Family Services offers many programs that help strengthen families and protect children in Palmdale. Koinonia works closely with public agencies to provide appropriate services to families, be they educational classes, adoption or foster care services, or group home stays for children. Koinonia also takes an active role in advocating on behalf of children in the foster care system to ensure each child's emotional and social needs are met by foster families and the public agencies that oversee foster care. Parenting classes are available for parents who need a helping hand in raising their foster children. For additional information about Koinonia's services, call 1-800-927-9900.⁴

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References

1. United States Air Force. (2017). Edwards' History. Retrieved from http://www.edwards.af.mil/library/factsheets/factsheet.asp?id=10346.
2. Insure the Uninsured Project. (2016). Antelope Valley Presents Notable Health Care Challenges to Los Angeles County. Retrieved from http://itup.org/blog/2012/08/28/antelope-valley-presents-notable-health-care-challenges-to-los-angeles-county/.
3. Mental Health America Los Angeles. (2017). Services for the Antelope Valley Community. Retrieved from http://www.mhala-aves.org/programs_services.php.
4. Koinonia Family Services. (2017). Services. Retrieved from http://www.kfh.org/services/index.cfm.

Palmdale is located in Los Angeles County, California. It has a land area of 105.96 square miles and a water area of 0.24 square miles.  The population of Palmdale is 158,351 people with 42,720 households and a median annual income of $52,392. .

Therapy Affordability Meter for Palmdale, CA

Affordable with Planning

Therapy in Palmdale 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 Palmdale 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 Palmdale public health department.