Almaden Valley Counseling Service

Almaden Valley Counseling Service is a non-profit counseling agency based in the United States, committed to providing affordable mental health services to the community. Established in 1980, the organization has been serving the mental health needs of Santa Clara County for over four decades.

Mission and Vision

The mission of Almaden Valley Counseling Service is to ensure everyone has access to affordable mental health counseling, emphasizing support for all ages with a focus on youth. The organization envisions a community where everyone benefits from mental health counseling to promote emotional well-being and positive family relationships.

Services

Almaden Valley Counseling Service offers a range of counseling services, including:

• Short and Long-term Counseling: Available for children, adolescents, individual adults, couples, and families. Fees are determined by a sliding scale based on income.
• Counselors on Campus: Outreach and intervention services are provided on school campuses, offering regular and emergency services.
• Parenting Classes: The organization offers Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP) classes, focusing on helping parents develop effective parenting strategies.
• Cooperative Parenting and Divorce Classes: Programs designed to assist parents in maintaining collaborative relationships despite marital separation.

Trainee and Associate Program

Almaden Valley Counseling Service provides an Associate and Trainee Training Program. This program allows masters-level clinical counseling students and registered associates to accrue hours required for licensure. Participants work in both agency and school settings under the supervision of licensed professionals.

Impact

The organization plays a vital role in addressing the increased need for mental health services, exacerbated by challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic. It provides a safe and supportive environment for various client groups, including victims of domestic violence and those impacted by violent crimes.

Structure and Operations

Almaden Valley Counseling Service operates with a focus on community service, offering both in-person and telehealth services to meet diverse client preferences. The organization is not equipped to handle severe mental health crises and instead refers such cases to appropriate emergency services.