Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health: Prevention and Early Intervention Program

Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health: Prevention and Early Intervention Program in Los Angeles, California focuses on helping individuals access mental health support before symptoms become more severe or disruptive. The program is designed for people who may benefit from early assessment, therapy, crisis support, case management, and community-based resources that promote stability, prevention, and timely connection to care.

Services may include individual therapy, group therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed therapy, psychotropic medication management, crisis intervention, peer support, mentoring programs, suicide prevention, psychosocial rehabilitation, vocational rehabilitation, supported housing, and housing assistance. The program supports individuals experiencing anxiety disorders, mood disorders, trauma, behavioral issues, serious mental illness, co-occurring disorders, dual diagnosis, eating disorders, HIV/AIDS-related mental health concerns, homelessness-related mental health issues, and related challenges, with services also available for LGBTQ+ individuals and older adults.