Mental Health Resources
Taking care of your mental health is just as important as your physical health. Explore the resources available through your health plan and the City of Los Angeles to find support that meets your needs.
Kaiser Permanente
Kaiser Permanente provides integrated mental health care with access to therapists, psychiatrists, and coordinated support services to help you manage stress, anxiety, and overall well-being.
Blue Shield of California
Wellvolution® provides access to digital programs that support stress management, mindfulness, fitness, and overall health. Members can explore flexible tools designed to help build healthier habits and support emotional well-being.
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare offers access to mental health support through virtual therapy, in-person counseling, and wellness tools that can help with stress, anxiety, depression, and other everyday challenges.
Support Plus (EFAP)
The Employee & Family Assistance Program offers free, confidential support for employees and their families, including counseling, work-life resources, and referrals for personal, family, financial, legal, or workplace concerns.
- Available 24/7
- Call 800-213-5813 and say “City of LA” as your employer
- Visit liveandworkwell.com/cityofla
- Access code: CityofLA
Additional Resources
Explore additional support options, special plan notes, and public mental health resources available to employees and their families.
Harbor Department Employees
Harbor Department employees are not eligible for the LAwell EFAP. EFAP coverage is provided through Empathia Pacific, Inc.
- Empathia Pacific, Inc.: (800) 367-7474
Sworn Employees in MOUs 22, 23, 24, & 25
Talk to your union or association about the mental health support options available to you.
- Los Angeles Police Relief Association (LAPRA): (213) 674-3701
- Los Angeles Firemen’s Relief Association (LAFRA): (866) 995-2372
- United Firefighters of Los Angeles City (UFLAC): (213) 977-9014
- Los Angeles Police Protective League (LAPPL): (800) 736-7070
Public Resources
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CalHOPE — Offers free, confidential emotional support for Californians facing stress, anxiety, grief, and uncertainty.
www.calhope.org
Call: (833) 317-4673 -
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention, and crisis resources.
988lifeline.org
Call or text: 988 -
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH) — Mental health services, crisis support, and connections to local clinics and providers in LA County.
dmh.lacounty.gov
24/7 Help Line: (800) 854-7771 -
NAMI California — Peer support groups, education, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental illness.
namica.org
Helpline: (800) 950-6264 -
Wellness Together California — Free counseling support for students, families, and educators, including virtual appointments.
wellnesstogether.org