Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Van Nuys, CA
San Fernando Valley Community Mental Health Center has been dedicated to improving community well-being through comprehensive mental health services since 1970. Our trauma-informed, strengths-based programs provide individualized treatment for children, adults, and families across the San Fernando Valley. With specialized LGBTQ+ affirming programs and crisis response capabilities, we serve over 15,000 individuals annually through evidence-based interventions. Our certified professionals deliver services ranging from child abuse treatment to domestic violence support, maintaining state certification through DHCS Provider ID #190780BN. Recognized as a triple award-winning organization for four consecutive years, we combine 55 years of experience with innovative approaches like our ACEs Aware Day initiatives.Our multidisciplinary team tailors interventions to meet specific client needs while maintaining strict privacy standards. Community partnerships and volunteer programs enhance our capacity to address mental health challenges. We maintain affiliations with local institutions to ensure comprehensive care delivery. Our leadership team brings decades of combined experience in behavioral health services. Through annual galas and community fundraising, we sustain critical programs that respond to emerging needs like wildfire trauma support. Our commitment to quality care has made us a trusted resource in Van Nuys and surrounding areas.
Services
Mental Health Services
Child Abuse Treatment
LGBTQ+ Programs
Domestic Violence Support
Crisis Response
Community Outreach
Youth Counseling
Family Therapy
Trauma-Informed Care
ACEs Awareness Programs
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- Certified by the State Department of Health Care Services with Provider ID #190780BN
- 55 years of continuous service to the San Fernando Valley community
- Awarded Best Counseling Company and Favorite Non-Profit Organization for four consecutive years
- Specialized LGBTQ+ affirming mental health programs
- Proven crisis response capabilities demonstrated during 2025 Los Angeles wildfires
Associations and certifications
- State Department of Health Care Services
What people say
Awarded Best Counseling Company
4th Year in a Row
Triple Distinction
Community Impact
Trauma-Informed Care
Services
Mental Health Services
Our comprehensive mental health programs provide trauma-informed care for individuals and families. Services include individualized treatment plans, crisis intervention, and ongoing therapy for all age groups. Our state-certified professionals deliver evidence-based interventions tailored to specific client needs while maintaining strict privacy standards.
Child Abuse Treatment
Specialized programs address child abuse through therapeutic interventions and family support. Our Caring for Kids (CHAT) program provides comprehensive treatment for abused children and their families. Services include trauma counseling, safety planning, and community resource connections to break cycles of abuse.
LGBTQ+ Programs
We offer affirming mental health services specifically designed for LGBTQ+ individuals. Our programs address unique challenges faced by sexual and gender minorities through culturally competent care. Services include identity exploration, discrimination coping strategies, and family acceptance counseling in a safe, inclusive environment.
Community Outreach
Our outreach initiatives include annual ACEs Aware Day events and community education programs. We provide mental health screenings, prevention workshops, and crisis preparedness training to local organizations. These efforts aim to increase awareness and reduce stigma around behavioral health issues.
Crisis Response
We offer immediate mental health support during crises, including natural disasters and personal emergencies. Our team provided critical services during the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires. Services include trauma counseling, stress management, and connection to long-term recovery resources.
People
Sherryl Pinsker
Leadership Team
Award-winning mental health professional with 20+ years experience in behavioral health services. Recognized for leadership in community mental health initiatives and program development.
James Jarrard
Leadership Team
Public health advocate with expertise in trauma-informed care systems. Instrumental in developing the center's ACEs Aware Day programs and community outreach initiatives.
Wil Wheaton
Honorary Advocate
Celebrity mental health advocate honored at our 55th Anniversary Gala. Uses public platform to promote behavioral health awareness and reduce stigma in entertainment industries.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide trauma-informed care, individualized treatment programs, LGBTQ+ affirming services, child abuse treatment, domestic violence support, and crisis response for all age groups.
Do you offer volunteer opportunities?
Yes, we welcome volunteers with special skills. Visit our website's 'Volunteer' section to apply and support our community mental health initiatives.
How are donations used?
Donations directly support behavioral health programs serving over 15,000 adults and youth annually, including emergency response services and community outreach.
Are your services available during emergencies?
Yes, we provide crisis response services. During recent wildfires, we offered specialized support to affected community members.
