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Emotional Health & Well Being

Emotional Health and Well Being is key to good mental health

Your emotional well-being is closely tied to your physical health, social connections, attitudes and beliefs, and other factors.

Many seniors enjoy the freedom of retirement, fewer responsibilities, and more time for travel and other leisure activities. For others, ill health, loneliness, reduced income, and dependency on others present ongoing challenges in their lives.

Our coordinated team of doctors and mental health professionals can give you the tools to cope with everyday problems or more severe emotional disorders that may be affecting your work, school, or home life.

 

Department of Mental Health and Wellness

We provide clinic based psychiatric services for adults, teens, and children at both the Fremont, Union City/Hayward and the San Leandro facilities. We also provide drug and alcohol recovery services at the Union City/Hayward site. Read More

 

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Classes

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Classes

Understanding Anxiety Series

In this series, learn to identify what triggers anxiety for you as well as ways to manage your symptoms.  We’ll help you explore your thoughts and compare your fears with reality. You’ll also learn techniques to relax, reduce your response to triggers, and think and act assertively.
Location: Online, Fremont, San Leandro and Union City
Dates/Time: Four sessions.
Fee: No fee for Kaiser Permanente members
Registration: Union City 510-675-4531;  510-248-3455 Fremont; 510-454-4531 San Leandro

 

Couples Communication Series

The heart of a healthy relationship is good communication. Learn ways to bring up difficult topics, reduce defensiveness, and understand each other’s perspective. This series is for couples in committed relationships. Both partners are expected to participate and attend all sessions.
Location: Online, Fremont, San Leandro and Union City
Dates/Time: Four sessions call for dates and times
Fee:  No fee for Kaiser Permanente members
Registration: Union City 510-675-4531;  510-248-3455 Fremont; 510-454-4531 San Leandro

 

Improving Your Sleep Series

Want to fall asleep quicker, sleep more soundly, and awaken feeling more refreshed? Improve the quantity and the quality of your sleep. Learn how nighttime habits and thinking patterns affect your sleep, and how to change them. This class does not address medical conditions that interfere with sleep, or sleep apnea.
Location: Online, Fremont, Union City and San Leandro
Dates/Time: Four sessions
Fee: No fee for Kaiser Permanente members;
Registration: 510-248-3455 Fremont;  510-675-4531 Union City; 510-454-4531 San Leandro

 

Managing Anger Series

When anger causes challenges with family, friends, or colleagues, we can help. Learn to identify anger triggers, develop communication skills, and practice new ways to respond instead of letting your emotions overcome you. This series does not satisfy the court-ordered treatment required for domestic violence, or any other order. Your registration receipt is the only proof of attendance.
Location: Online, Fremont, San Leandro and Union City Medical Offices
Dates/Time: Four sessions
Fee: No fee for Kaiser Permanente members
Registration: Call Union City 510-675-4531;  510-248-3455 Fremont; 510-454-4531 San Leandro

 

Managing Depression Series

Depression is common, real, and treatable.  In this series, you will learn about depression as well as ways to manage your symptoms. We will help you learn to challenge negative thoughts and add more pleasant activities to your life. You’ll also learn techniques to relax and approach your life with mindfulness.
Location: Online, Fremont, San Leandro and Union City
Dates/Time: Four sessions; call for dates and times
Fee: No fee for Kaiser Permanente members
Registration: Call Union City 510-675-4531;  510-248-3455 Fremont; 510-454-4531 San Leandro

 

Managing Your Stress Series

Enjoy life more. Emotions, thoughts, and behaviors can affect your health. Learn to recognize the sources of stress in your life, how to manage stress-related symptoms, and how to take better care of yourself.
Location: Online, Fremont, Union City and San Leandro
Dates/Time: Four sessions; call for dates and times
Fee: No fee for Kaiser Permanente members
Registration: 510-248-3455 Fremont; 510-675-4531 Union City; 510-454-4531 San Leandro

 

Emotional Wellness

Daily life can bring many stressors and affect your wellness. In this class, we’ll help you identify your sources of stress and learn simple techniques to help you relax, deal with anxiety, and the symptoms depression.  We’ll also provide an overview of available resources.
Members only. Available in Spanish.
Location: Online, Fremont, San Leandro and Union City
Dates/Time: One session; call for dates and times
Fee: No fee for Kaiser Permanente members
Registration: 510-454-4531 San Leandro; 510-675-4531 Union City; 510-248-3455 Fremont 

 

Additional resources

Emotional Health Resources


Anxiety resources

Depression resources


Insomnia

Stress resources

 

Couples Communication Resources

 

Managing Anger Resources