Update Time :)…read more Kristin Cote LMFT (Here is the link that is active at the time of this journal entry: https://www.yelp.com/biz/cote-kristin-b-mfcc-manteca / This is her Yelp Business Listing where her contact information resides) is still working during this COVID-19 etc. health breakout. 2 means: IN-Person (Hours Limited) & by telephone. To my knowledge, her office is still "Open for Business" in the location/address located in Manteca, California & listed here on this Yelp Business listing. I select the telephone as it's a notable distance from my residence when traveling. I'm still working on myself to be the best thing I can be and with Kristin's tutelage & education, it's always working & a work-in-progress; I'm totally good with that & with the strides I continue to make in my thinking and feeling which is a huge aspect to any living creature. Kristin has ALWAYS been there for me during CRITICAL EMOTIONAL/PHYSIOLOGICALLY uncomfortable times. These acts of morality & kindness have saved my existence. On a medication side-note some changes to my medications from my Psychiatrist also interest Kristin as she and my Psychiatrist of 5+ years & counting, Dr. Zainab Al-Dhaher (REMOTE ZOOM appointments available currently) work together professionally to keep me in tip-top client condition. Kristin has told me, more than once, to refresh my memory, that certain parts of the "Diagnosed Psychiatric Psychosis", wasn't convinced and/or certain that is what I actually had. At one point, my diagnosis from Dr. Al-Dhaher included the words "IN REMISSION" next to the BiPolar Type 1, and I became afraid and exhilarated at the same time because I was unaware that "remission" was possible for the BiPolar Type 1 diagnosis. Either way, Kristin has a holistic approach to my treatment and is VERY HANDS ON as is Al-Dhaher (called fondly "Dr.A" by Kristin). I don't know what I'd do without both of them. I was considering a move to Vermont; Wallingford, Vermont U.S.A. but I don't believe I'll be able to locate the correct Psychotherapist that Kristin is all about and the same goes for my lifesaver Al-Dhaher. (She, Dr. Al-Dhaher is a WIZARD! with psychotropic meds & some supplements OTC and prescribed a vitamin; Vitamin B6 100Mg tabs daily with a daily dose of 800 currently, does a miraculous job at managing the Tardive Dyskinesia Symptoms!) (uncontrollable bodily movements including Nystagamus, and herky-jerky bodily movements) (unsure of spelling and not near a dictionary; sincere apologies). Kristin has always been 100% Supportive with me and my mental-health, including supporting my CHOICE to take daily prescribed (Rx.) therapeutics by my amazingly competent psychiatrist Dr. Zainab Al-Dhaher @Community Psychiatry. (She has more than 1 office location.) Lithium Carbonate ER (Extended Release) has been a GOD-SEND to my life and my relationships & LEXAPRO (used in the ethical treatment of Depression & ANXIETY) have saved my life without weight-gain & given me INSIGHT & CLARITY into my future where I once was hopeless. There's a ton more to describe regarding this psychotherapic/psychiatric journey but space is limited. I stand-behind both of my psychiatric treatment team members and their ACCURACY in helping me lead an awesome yet humorous life. I've learned that A GOOD SENSE OF HUMOR is a must when treating BiPolar Type 1. It took me a few years to truly digest & absorb that lived experience but now that I have, I see clearly, the path ahead-of-me. My NAMI friend Marnye (no confidential breech) is a believer in the humor advice as well and you know what? Lastly, My Mother is a self-less being in so many healthful ways. So much so that I asked her way back in the beginning of our in-person appointments with Dr. Al-Daher to please accompany me to each and every appointment as often as possible. I am not secretive about any of my medical diagnoses and speak freely in front of my Mother, Kristin & Dr. Al-Dhaher, MD. It's been one heck of an eventfully productive healthful ride... I've pasted the link for Dr. Al-Dhaher, MD Psychiatrist below. The link works @ the time of this journaling. She was in the Manteca, CA office, then the Oakland, CA office & now she is settled in the Walnut Creek, CA office. https://www.mindpath.com/staff/zainab-al-dhaher-md/ ~ Jana Leigh Thomas

Nicole Parker was extremely unprofessional and unethical as a co-counselor in coparent counseling…read more She sent inappropriate texts about me to my coparent, without ever meeting me individually or having the authority to make these assessments, which were later used in court as her "professional opinion." She also made custody recommendations which was out of her scope. I raised concerns to her numerous times and she ignored me every time. Her actions caused significant harm, and I have filed a professional complaint against Nicole; I would not recommend her services, especially in a coparent counseling capacity.

I have been seeing Nicole for a while…read more She is a bright spot in my life! She has helped me work through pain and trauma that I have experienced from a young age. I have made more progress with Nicole than with any other therapist. She is very responsive when I need/want an appointment.

National truly does crisis residential the best of anywhere I've been…read more This is a crisis residential mental health residential program, for crisis stabilization with an average stay of two weeks. Groups are informative, employees (including licensed psychiatric technicians, licensed psychotherapists, licensed drug and alcohol counselors) are genuinely caring and supportive. You also get private therapy (and if interested) drug and alcohol counseling sessions, upon request, by licensed clinicians. Groups are informative and interesting: no oversimplification, here: they manage to make their content interesting and appealing to all clients - many places "dumb down" their content. Not here. Personal electronics are permitted in the facility and you're allowed to Instacart your own snacks. The food served is catered and pretty palatable. I have been here more than once, and was delighted to find many of the same people still working here - staff retention, to me, says a lot about a facility as mental health is generally notorious for churn and burnout. You are in extremely competent hands at National - they really know what they are doing and seem to only hire the best candidates.

The people that work here are amazing. I have never in my life met such compassionate and caring…read morepeople as I have here. You can TRUST them. The care they sincerely give you is awesome. The office staff are amazing as well. The food they provide is super good. Don't let the number of group meetings intimidate you because their lengths are reasonable and the aforementioned meetings are pretty useful. They even let you make orders from Instacart for some needed items or personal snacks. But the food they serve you is such of great quality that you really don't need to order food unless you have specific snacks you like that they don't provide. However they DO provide great snacks as well. I can't say enough good things about this place or the staff. I highly recommend this place if you need help. I will never forget my experience here.

I absolutely love DWC!!!! The staff and the girls at the front desk are the best in Modesto!!…read more I have been attending DWC for aprox 5 years and My therapist is the best! She makes u feel so comfortable and she listens to you without judgement! She even makes me laugh. I love the fact that DWC is still open during the Covid-19 outbreak! Their passion to keep going and provide services throughout this tough time is absolutely amazing!!! I love the Tele-health option! This is where your therapist can call you or video chat with you!!! It is an amazing option to have!! If you haven't found a place to work on you, come check out DWC!!! You will not regret it!!!

Amazing Counseling Services! My kids (7 and 15) have been going to counseling at Deep Wellness…read moreCenter for almost a year. Both their therapists have been incredible, the kids are now doing well emotionally and dealing with all the changes as they come. The front staff are also amazing at scheduling, reminders and keeping in touch. I would highly recommend Deep Wellness to anyone needing counseling!

I can't speak more highly of Razan. Insightful, honest, empathetic and passionate about the work…read moreshe does. So easy to talk to.

Razan has been an incredible support in my life. She has provided me with meaningful tools and…read moreguidance that have helped me reconnect with my kids and my wife in a way I didn't think was possible. Her compassion, insight, and ability to truly listen make all the difference. I'm beyond grateful for the positive changes she's helped me make. A huge thank you to Razan! Highly recommended.

This woman's bedside manner is horrendous, she was abrasive and aggressive would not recommend. She…read moreis definitely in the wrong profession

I was referred to this provider through EAP. Upon first visit, she was judgmental, made me feel…read morehorrible. I continued sessions but never felt she understood me. There was a generational and race difference which she was not equipped for. She also had scheduling problems. Do not recommend her. Bad therapy experience.

It's been awhile that I wanted to do this but hadn't done it. I just want to share an update. I…read morewent back to school and almost got straight A's except for one B Anatomy my first semester I took 15 units. He encouraged me to go back and I was able to put all my energy and thoughts in school. After almost 2 years my GPA was still standing at a 3.9. He really helped me stay on track and helped me deal with all the noise in my head. He helped me accomplish one of my biggest goals which was to go back to college.

Dr Tom was great to work with. I highly recommend his services. He is a great therapist…read more RW

We left McCray's Psychological Services feeling empowered! I was so nervous going to have our child…read moreevaluated but we were met with nothing but understanding and kindness. Everything was explained to us in a way that we could easily understand. McCray did everything in his power to make sure our appointment was as enjoyable for our child as possible. I could not recommend McCray Psychologist Services more!

Dr. McCray was wonderful with our child. He took his time for the diagnosis, made us and our child…read morefeel comfortable, was patient with our questions and left us feeling hopeful and positive about our son's future.