Mental Health/Counseling

Homeboy offers the services of Mental Health counselors on site. We have dedicated substance abuse and domestic violence counselors as well as a psychiatrist.

In addition to on site Mental Health Counselors, we have added dedicated substance and domestic violence abuse counselors, group therapy, and a psychiatrist for clients in need of more serious help. By providing these services in the safe and supportive environment of Homeboy, we are reducing the stigma often attached to mental health support in this community while also making the services more accessible. Through a partnership with the Department of Mental Health and the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department, several of our young men and women have been trained as peer-to-peer counselors. They meet regularly with the incarcerated prior to release, encouraging them to make a change in their lives, informing them of the services offered at Homeboy, and striving to establish a support network so that upon release, these young men and women stand the best chance of success.

For more information, please contact our Mental Health Department at (323)526-1254 ext. 324