Welcome to Options Counseling with offices located in Long Beach,CA. and El Segundo, CA.
Serving all of Los Angeles County including the South Bay ,Manhattan Beach,Hermosa Beach,Redondo Beach,Torrance, the Westside & Airport area including Playa Del Rey,Marina Del Rey,Westchester,El Segundo,Culver City,Venice,Santa Monica,West L.A, all of Long Beach and surrounding areas. Both locations conveniently located by the 405/710 Long Beach and the 105/405 El Segundo. We also accept transfers from court ordered domestic violence and anger management programs throughout the United States.Both of our agencies have ample, safe parking and discreet entrances.
County of Los Angeles Probation Department Approved Batterers' Program
If you have been court-ordered to a 52-week Domestic Violence program in Los Angeles County, California, the classes must be on the County of Los Angeles Probation Department Approved Batterers' Programs list distributed by the Court and are monitored by the Probation Department.
This is a link to the 2011 approved programs and will be updated for 2012 when it is released http://probation.lacounty.gov/PDF/ApprovedBP.pdf A new list is updated every year and all approved programs must adhere to the law. Check penal code www.leginfo.ca.gov/calaw.html enter 1203.097, 1203.098. Our Long Beach and El Segundo offices are on the County of Los Angeles Probation Department Approved 52-week Batterers' Intervention Programs list and the County of Los Angeles Probation Department Approved 52-week Child Abuse Intervention Programs list for 2011. If you are looking for a certified anger(behavior) management program, Options Counseling offers that service. Be wary of operations presenting themselves as being "Court-Approved" for anger management. BEWARE also of unapproved domestic violence programs offering payment of all fees up front. Further, there are absolutely NO legal "Online" court-ordered domestic violence programs that fulfill the requirements in California nor Los Angeles County Probation or Courts. There are many amazing facilitators in the agencies listed on the probation approved list and we encourage individuals to inquire to as many as you feel fit and find a match for your personal needs as a client. The bonds formed and cohesiveness of a group setting, including positive feedback and participation, are essential to success in making changes for a better life in personal and social relationships. In some unique circumstances, a person might benefit more from individual therapy.
This is a link to the 2011 approved programs and will be updated for 2012 when it is released http://probation.lacounty.gov/PDF/ApprovedBP.pdf A new list is updated every year and all approved programs must adhere to the law. Check penal code www.leginfo.ca.gov/calaw.html enter 1203.097, 1203.098. Our Long Beach and El Segundo offices are on the County of Los Angeles Probation Department Approved 52-week Batterers' Intervention Programs list and the County of Los Angeles Probation Department Approved 52-week Child Abuse Intervention Programs list for 2011. If you are looking for a certified anger(behavior) management program, Options Counseling offers that service. Be wary of operations presenting themselves as being "Court-Approved" for anger management. BEWARE also of unapproved domestic violence programs offering payment of all fees up front. Further, there are absolutely NO legal "Online" court-ordered domestic violence programs that fulfill the requirements in California nor Los Angeles County Probation or Courts. There are many amazing facilitators in the agencies listed on the probation approved list and we encourage individuals to inquire to as many as you feel fit and find a match for your personal needs as a client. The bonds formed and cohesiveness of a group setting, including positive feedback and participation, are essential to success in making changes for a better life in personal and social relationships. In some unique circumstances, a person might benefit more from individual therapy.
Our Commitment
Here at Options Counseling, we offer professional Domestic Violence group treatment for individuals who have been court ordered or choose to learn positive conflict resolution and communication. Our goal is to teach the tools that have been proven over 25 years to change behaviors which have led to negative outcomes and consequences. Our staff are trained to be sensitive, discreet and professional and the goal of our agency is to provide the highest quality of service.
We cover what many call "Anger Management", this name in it self seems to make the assumption that we manage or control our feelings or emotions. What we emphasize is the management of behavior associated with our feelings. We all have a moment of choice. Without the tools to recognize that moment our choices can lead to severe consequences. Anger is a feeling and it is natural and healthy along with all the other emotions we feel.
We cover what many call "Anger Management", this name in it self seems to make the assumption that we manage or control our feelings or emotions. What we emphasize is the management of behavior associated with our feelings. We all have a moment of choice. Without the tools to recognize that moment our choices can lead to severe consequences. Anger is a feeling and it is natural and healthy along with all the other emotions we feel.
What we offer at Options Counseling
At Options we offer a 52-week Domestic Violence group program which includes behavior management, drug and alcohol abuse, and positive parenting. There are separate classes designed for men and women. Individual, couples, family, and child therapy is offered by Ellen Albertson, Ph.D., California licensed Marriage Family Therapist (MFT). We also offer parenting groups and are qualified to treat dual diagnosed individuals. At Options we are gay and lesbian friendly. We understand differences in ethnicity, cultures, and serve people from all walks of life. We view each person as a unique individual. We offer a probation approved 52-week parenting and child abuse program. No probation approved program is funded by any external source that I am aware of. There is a fee for the classes based on a sliding scale considering an individuals income. We strive to maintain a fair fee, while still being able to conduct business. You may contact us with any questions but please court ordered cases do so your self unless you need help understanding or have any limitations where an outside party would be helpful for you. As we need to talk to the individual who has the case for an evaluation to best suit your needs.
What to expect in the domestic violence/behavior management class
- The 52-week Domestic Violence enrollment involves a 1 to 1-1/2 hour intake to evaluate the client's needs. You need to bring your court paperwork, California id, and your intake fee. Weekly fees are based on income.
- Success in our program requires participation, feedback to group members, learning positive conflict resolution, and attendance.
- Our program is psychoeducational which means that there is an educational component and there is a discussion component of what is going on in the members' lives. Our focus is not based on blame or judgment. Men and women are helped to make better choices in order to take better care of themselves.
Free Women's Domestic Violence Victim Support group
Share your experiences in a safe environment of understanding and support. Led by Dr. Ellen Albertson, an authority on the effects of domestic violence on men, women, and children. Group support for those that have experienced the trauma of domestic violence. Call for more information at any of the numbers below or leave a message on the secure contact page. REMEMBER YOUR COMPUTER CAN BE MONITORED It is very difficult to completely erase all of your browsing activity(clearing your browser search history and temporary internet files can help) so use a computer that is safe from your abuser or if you are in a dangerous domestic violence situation Contact the National Hotline 1-800-799-7233 For other local resources check our "Did you know" page.
County of Los Angeles Probation Department Approved Batterers' Program
Options Counseling Options Counseling
3550 Long Beach Blvd.,Suite D 100 W. Imperial Ave., Suite M
Long Beach, CA 90807 El Segundo, CA 90245
(562)989-0809 (310)210-4383 (310)-210-4383/Fax (310)-322-4825