Business Details
50+ Years
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Emergency
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24/7 Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Services in LA
Hirsch Didi has provided compassionate mental health, substance use, and suicide prevention care since 1942. As a leader in community-based care, we serve over 270,000 individuals annually through outpatient therapy, crisis intervention, residential programs, and specialized youth services. Our Suicide Prevention Center, established in 1958, remains the nations first and most comprehensive resource for suicide support, training, and research. We prioritize equitable access to care, particularly for underserved communities, and have expanded services to include telehealth, bilingual crisis lines, and trauma-informed wildfire recovery programs. Our team of licensed clinicians, certified counselors, and trained volunteers delivers evidence-based treatments while advocating for systemic change to reduce mental health disparities.With eight locations across Los Angeles and Orange Counties, we offer culturally competent care tailored to diverse populations, including youth, veterans, first responders, and families. Our commitment to innovation is reflected in initiatives like Our Third Place youth center and Enhanced Care Management for high-need patients. Recognized for excellence by national accreditors, we combine clinical expertise with community engagement to promote long-term wellness and resilience.
Services
Mental Health Services
Substance Use Treatment
Suicide Prevention
Crisis Counseling
Youth Programs
Residential Treatment
Telehealth Services
Community Outreach
Training Programs
Wildfire Recovery
Details
- Year established: 1942
Highlights and features
- We offer 80+ years of experience in community mental health services.
- Our 24/7 bilingual crisis line supports suicide prevention nationwide.
- We provide culturally competent care across eight regional locations.
- Our evidence-based programs address youth mental health and substance use.
- We advocate for equitable access to mental health resources for all.
What people say
Kept me alive
Lifeline during crisis
Compassionate care
Accessible telehealth services
Empowering youth programs
Services
Mental Health Services
We provide outpatient therapy for children, teens, and adults through individual, family, and group counseling. Our licensed clinicians use evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health conditions. Services are available in-clinic, via telehealth, and in schools across Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
Suicide Prevention
Our 24/7 bilingual Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988) offers immediate support for suicidal crises. We also operate Teen Line and provide survivor support groups, suicide attempt follow-up care, and community training programs to reduce suicide rates nationwide.
Substance Use Treatment
We offer outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment, and residential programs for drug and alcohol addiction. Our Via Avanta program provides mother-child residential care, while Project 50 supports homeless individuals with housing and recovery services.
Crisis Counseling
Our crisis teams deliver in-person and telehealth interventions for acute mental health emergencies. Services include suicide risk assessment, safety planning, and follow-up care for hospital discharge patients in Los Angeles, Orange, and Ventura Counties.
Youth Programs
Our Third Place center offers free mental health care, basic needs support, and creative outlets for youth aged 15-25. We also provide school-based counseling, peer-to-peer crisis lines, and trauma recovery programs tailored to adolescent needs.
People
Kerri Cole
Program Director
Kerri Cole leads Our Third Place youth center, focusing on empowering young adults through holistic mental health services and community-building initiatives. She brings expertise in trauma-informed care and youth development.
Kris Eterea
Care Coordinator
Kris Eterea supports youth programming at Our Third Place, specializing in creating inclusive spaces for creative expression and mental health support tailored to LGBTQ+ and marginalized communities.
Cynthia Hovsepian
Therapist
Cynthia Hovsepian provides individual and group therapy at Our Third Place, offering a safe space for youth mental health treatment with a focus on personalized, trauma-informed approaches.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide outpatient therapy, psychiatric medication management, crisis counseling, and specialized programs for anxiety, depression, trauma, and PTSD across eight regional locations.
How can I access crisis support?
Call or text 988 anytime for 24/7 bilingual crisis counseling. Teens can also contact Teen Line at 800-852-8336 from 6pm-10pm PST.
Do you treat substance use disorders?
Yes, we offer outpatient addiction counseling, medication-assisted treatment, and residential mother-child recovery programs for drug and alcohol dependency.
Are services available in Spanish?
Yes, our 988 Lifeline includes Spanish-language chat and text options, and many clinics provide bilingual mental health care.
What youth mental health resources exist?
Our Third Place center offers free therapy, basic needs support, creative programs, and peer counseling for Los Angeles youth aged 15-25.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact our centralized intake at 888-807-7250 Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm to connect with mental health, substance use, or suicide prevention services.
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