Psychological assistance for stress in Oakland, California

The UCSF Center for the Vulnerable Child, located at 5220 Claremont Avenue in Oakland, California, is a world-class institution dedicated to providing exceptional care for children of all ages, from infants to teens and young adults. Specializing in pediatric psychiatry and psychology, our team of experts offers evaluation and treatment for a wide range of mental health disorders and behavioral disturbances in children and adolescents, as well as support for their families. Our Hyperactivity, Attention & Learning Problems (HALP) Clinic provides specialized care for children with these specific conditions. Certified child life specialists are on hand to ease the stress and anxiety of childhood illness through therapeutic play, schooling, and family-focused support.

The UCSF Pediatric Teen Health Clinic, located at 8711 MacArthur Boulevard in Oakland, California, is dedicated to providing world-class care for children and adolescents. Our team of specialists is trained to address physical, emotional, psychological, and sexual health issues for patients ages 11 to 26. With a focus on gender-affirming care and recognizing the impact of past trauma, our clinic offers comprehensive services for adolescents, including confidential care for issues such as pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, substance use, and mental health. We value our patients as individuals and provide a supportive environment for their unique needs.

The UCSF Child and Adolescent Gender Center, located at 1100 Park Place, San Mateo, California, is a world-class institution dedicated to providing comprehensive medical and psychological care, advocacy, and legal support to transgender, nonbinary, and gender-diverse children and adolescents. Our team of experts from UCSF and beyond work together to promote gender health and positive outcomes for young people exploring their gender identity and expression. Our program, housed within the UCSF Division of Pediatric Endocrinology, offers advanced medical care for patients ages 3 to 17. We provide social and emotional support before puberty, and consider gender-affirming medical treatments after a thorough mental health assessment for adolescents in puberty. Treatment options may include puberty blockers and gender-affirming hormones, prescribed by our specialists.