Patient Resources
ANNOUNCEMENT: New Groups led by Dr. Mariel Herbert
We are pleased to announce several new groups will be starting in February. These groups are open to current Baywell patients and the community. If you are interested in signing up, please contact our front desk at [email protected] or call 415-922-9122.
- Metacognitive Therapy Group – Tuesdays, 5PM – led by Dr. Mariel Herbert
Dates: 1/31, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28, 3/7, 3/14, 3/21
About: The way we feel and react to situations, including our thoughts, can cause and worsen depression. We usually go through our lives either unaware of the connections between our thoughts and feelings—or overly aware in a negative or anxious way. The Metacognitive Therapy Group is for those who would like to understand and change their cycles of negative thoughts and feelings. This collaborative group training will be completed over eight structured sessions with some individual work between group sessions.Technical requirements: Adobe Acrobat Reader. Participants will need to be able to view the material/pdfs on their computers during each group session.
2. Compassion Training Group – Wednesdays, 4PM – led by Dr. Mariel Herbert
Dates: 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22
About: Compassion training develops a sense of calm, stability, and well-being by focusing on empathy and consideration of self and others. This group will be educational and practical. We will work on mindfulness, managing emotions, self-criticism, and acceptance.3. Sleep Well Group – Wednesdays, 5PM – led by Dr. Mariel Herbert
Dates: 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22
About: This group includes elements from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, as well as mindfulness and relaxation techniques.4. Coping with Emotions Group – Thursdays, 12PM – led by Dr. Mariel Herbert
Dates: 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23
About: This group will review foundational coping skills and strengthen individual psychological wellness plans. Includes: self-care, distress tolerance, and emotion regulation skills.
If you are interested in signing up for any of these groups, please contact our front desk staff at [email protected] or call 415-922-9122.
UCSF COPE Program
Our practice is proud to be part of the UCSF COPE Program. During the COVID-19 pandemic, our providers are expediting care for healthcare workers in the Bay Area.
Mental Health Resources for Patients
Traumatic Stress and War
American Psychiatric Association Statement and Resource List (March 2022): https://www.psychiatry.org/newsroom/news-releases/apa-statement-and-resources-on-the-mental-health-impact-of-the-war-in-ukraine
How to handle the trauma of war from afar (American Psychological Association): https://www.apa.org/news/apa/2022/trauma-war-afar
How to talk to children about what’s happening in Ukraine (American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry): https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/zLatest_News/How_to_Talk_to_Children_About_Whats_Happening_in_Ukraine.aspx
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network: https://www.nctsn.org/
-Educational resources and information about accessing care.
Tips for Caregivers of Refugee and Immigrant Children: https://www.nctsn.org/resources/traumatic-separation-and-refugee-and-immigrant-children-tips-current-caregivers
Addiction Resources
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
https://www.aa-intergroup.org/directory.php
Al Anon
Marijuana Anonymous (MA)
https://marijuana-anonymous.org/
Moderation Management (MM)
Overeaters Anonymous (OA)
Self-Management and Recovery Training (SMART)
https://www.smartrecovery.org/
Sex & Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA)
Smoking/Tobacco Cessation
https://smokefree.gov/everytrycounts
The Buzz, AA SF/Marin newsletter
https://aasfmarin.org/the-buzz
BIPOC:
Therapists of Color – Bay Area:
http://www.therapistsofcolor.org/
Child/Parent:
AACAP – Resources for parents and children
https://www.aacap.org/
CHADD – ADHD Resource
https://chadd.org/
Child Mind Institute – Resources for parents and children
https://childmind.org/
Lives in the Balance – Parenting resource
https://www.livesinthebalance.org/
Mindful Schools (free)
https://www.mindfulschools.org/free-online-mindfulness-class-for-kids/
Tilt Parenting – Resource for parents of differently wired kids
https://tiltparenting.com/
Crisis Hotlines/Resources
Alameda County Crisis Support Services
https://www.crisissupport.org/
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
1-800-273-8255
Physician Support Line
https://www.physiciansupportline.com/
1-888-409-0141
San Francisco Suicide Prevention
(415) 781-0500
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Basic Free CBT handouts for patients/therapists
getselfhelp.co.uk
Online CBT for Insomnia List
https://www.psychologyhelp.com/online-cbt-i-insomnia/
SF Bay Area Center for Cognitive Therapy
COVID-19 Specific
California COVID-19 Info:
NAMI Coronavirus Info (pdf)
UCSF COVID Mental Health Resources
https://psychiatry.ucsf.edu/coronavirus
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Bay Area DBT & Couples Counseling Center
Clearwater Clinic in Oakland
https://www.clearwaterclinic.com/
DBT Skills Group
https://emotionallysensitive.com/classes/
Oakland DBT Center
https://www.oaklanddbtcenter.com/
Self-help DBT skills
UCSF DBT for Adolescents and Young Adults https://psych.ucsf.edu/DBTprogram
Exercise & Fitness
Ryan Heffington’s Sweatfest
https://www.instagram.com/ryan.heffington/?hl=en
Yoga with Adriene
https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene
Yoga classes library
LGBTQ
Mind the Gap – Gender Affirming Therapy
https://www.genderyouthproviders.com/
Pacific Center for Human Growth – LGBTQ mental health resources East Bay
https://www.pacificcenter.org/
SF LGBT Center
Low-Fee Psychotherapy
Access Institute
Golden Gate Integral Counseling Center
https://www.ciis.edu/counseling-and-acupuncture-clinics/golden-gate-integral-counseling-center
Integral Counseling Center in SF at Pierce Street
https://www.ciis.edu/counseling-and-acupuncture-clinics/integral-counseling-center-at-pierce-street
Mental Health Support Groups/Organizations
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
Mental Health Association of San Francisco (MHASF)
https://www.mentalhealthsf.org/
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Postpartum Support International (PSI)
Mindfulness/Meditation
10% Happier Coronavirus Guide
https://www.tenpercent.com/coronavirussanityguidetenpercent.com/live
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course
https://palousemindfulness.com/index.html
Mindfulness &Compassion
https://wellmd.stanford.edu/healthy/mindfulness.html
The Center for Mind-Body Medicine (CMBM)
https://cmbm.org
Thich Nhat Hanh
https://www.thichnhathanhfoundation.org
Walking Mindfulness
Antiracism Resources for Patients
Adult Patients/General
Antiracist resources from Greater Good: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/antiracist_resources_from_greater_good
Asian American and Pacific Islander resource library: https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Resource_Libraries/AAPI_Resources.aspx
Talking About Race (National Museum of African American History & Culture): https://nmaahc.si.edu/learn/talking-about-race
Antiracism podcasts (Harvard): https://projects.iq.harvard.edu/antiracismresources/allies/podcasts
Children/Families
Antiracism resources from the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry: https://www.aacap.org/AACAP_Dev/Families_and_Youth/Resource_Libraries/Racism_Resource_Library.aspx
Children and Racism guide for families: https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Facts_for_Families/FFF-Guide/Children_and_Racism-135.aspx
Talking to children about race and racism (Journal of the American Medical Association): https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/fullarticle/2777815
Talking to young children about race & racism (PBS): https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/talking-to-young-children-about-race-and-racism-a-discussion-guide
Guide for parents of Asian/Asian American adolescents: https://www.williamjames.edu/academics/centers-of-excellence/multicultural-and-global-mental-health/guide-for-parents-of-asian-american-adolescents.cfm
