Mental Health

Did you know that 7.1% of all U.S. adults, or an estimated 17.3 million adults in the United States, have at least one major depressive episode? Mental disorders, like depression, are often stigmatized in society. It is not always visible to the naked eye. To those suffering from a mental disorder, know that your struggle is valid no matter what, and it is okay to reach out for help. It is important to know the signs and symptoms of depressive symptoms. Learn more here to discover how you can best support a loved one.

Emergency Mental Health Services:

Comprehensive Crisis Services (San Francisco Department of Public Health): (415) 970-3800
Non-emergency number for SFPD (415) 553-0123. Call to ask SFPD to conduct a welfare check
SF Suicide Prevention:
- https://www.sfsuicide.org
- 1 (800) 273-8255 (capacity for multiple languages)

Other Mental Health Care Services:

National Asian American Pacific Islander Mental Health Association
San Francisco Community Health Center
Asian Americans for Community Involvement advocates for and serves the marginalized and vulnerable ethnic communities in Santa Clara County. Call (408) 975-2730
Richmond Area Multi-Services is committed to advocating for and providing community-based, culturally competent, and consumer-guided comprehensive services, with an emphasis on serving Asian & Pacific Islander Americans.
Asian Health Services: Specialty Mental Health (Children, Youth, Adults). Bilingual/Bicultural services in Burmese, Cantonese, Japanese, Karen, Khmer, Korean, Mandarin, Mien, Tagalog, Vietnamese, English. Call 510-735-3900
Crisis Support Services of Alameda County 24- Hour Crisis Line 1-800-273-8255 in 140 languages
Community Health for Asian Americans (Oakland)