Emotional Health & Well Being
Adult ADHD
This class will help adults diagnosed with ADHD (Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) learn skills to feel more confident and become more effective at home, at work, and in social situations. Self-care and treatment options are also discussed. members only.
Location: Union City Medical Offices
Dates/Time: Six sessions; call for dates and times.
Fee: $55
Registration: Call (510) 248-3455 Fremont; (510) 784-4531 Hayward/Union City
Understanding Anxiety Series
In this series, you will learn about the different causes of anxiety and dig deeper to understand what triggers anxiety for you and ways to manage your symptoms. We’ll discuss what happens to the brain when it responds to a perceived threat, and what physical symptoms you may feel. W e’ll help you explore your thoughts and compare your fears with the facts of a situation. You’ll also learn techniques to relax, reduce your response to triggers, and think and act assertively. Open to the community.
Location: Union City Medical Offices
Dates/Time: Six sessions, please call for dates and times.
Fee: $60 Kaiser members; $90 nonmembers.
Registration:(510) 248-3455 Fremont; (510) 784-4531 Union City/Hayward
Assertiveness and Communication Skills
If you have difficulty speaking up for yourself, build the skills you need to improve your self-esteem and communicate better. You’ll also learn how to set limits, handle criticism, and resolve conflicts in healthy ways. Open to the community
Location: Union City Medical Offices
Dates/Time: Four sessions, call for dates and times.
Fee: $40 for members; $50 nonmembers
Registration: Call (510) 248-3455 Fremont; (510) 784-4531 Hayward/Union City
Couples Communication Series
Communicating effectively in any type of relationship is an ongoing process that requires skill. Learn effective ways to bring up difficult topics, reduce defensiveness, and understand each other's perspective. This series is for couples in committed relationships. Open to the community
Location: Fremont and Union City
Dates/Time: Six sessions call for dates and times
Fee: $85 members (one person must be a member); $160 per couple nonmembers
Registration: Call (510) 248-3455 Fremont; (510) 784-4531 Hayward/Union City
Insomnia Overview
Learn about the causes of sleeping disorders and what you can do to help yourself get a good night’s sleep. Open to the community.
Location: Fremont and Union City
Dates/Time: One session; call for dates and times
Fee: No fee
Registration:(510) 248-3455 Fremont; (510) 784-4531 Hayward/Union City
Managing Anger Series
Is your anger causing problems with family, friends, or colleagues? We’ll help you identify your anger triggers, develop communication skills, and practice new ways to respond instead of letting your emotions overcome you. This series does not satisfy the court-ordered treatment required for domestic violence.
Open to the community.
Location: Fremont Medical Center and Union City Medical Offices
Dates/Time: Six sessions; call for dates and times
Fee: $75 members; $120 nonmembers
Registration: Call (510) 248-3455 Fremont; (510) 784-4531 Hayward/Union City
Managing Depression Overview
Are you losing interest in favorite activities, having trouble getting a good night’s sleep, or feeling down and don’t know why? You may be suffering from depression, a common and treatable illness that affects more than 19 million Americans seek help can find ways to feel better. Join this single-session program to learn about depression, how it starts, what resources are available to you and just what you can do to feel better. Friends and family welcome. Open to Kaiser Permanente members only; family members and support people are welcome. Available in Spanish.
Location: Fremont
Dates/Time: One session; call for dates and times
Fee: No fee
Registration: Call (510) 248-3455 Fremont; (510) 784-4531 Hayward/Union City
Managing Depression Series
Depression is common, real, and treatable. However, it can be hard to recognize. This series will help you explore the causes and effects of depression on your thoughts, feelings, and behavior. You’ll learn how to challenge negative thinking that contributes to depression and ways to reduce stress. You’ll also get support for speaking up for yourself and for returning to the activities you enjoy. The skills learned in this series can help you manage your moods long after the class is over. Open to Kaiser Permanente members only.
Location: Fremont and Union City
Dates/Time: Six sessions; call for dates and times
Fee: No fee
Registration: Call (510) 248-3455 Fremont; (510) 784-4531 Hayward/Union City
Online! Depression Videos
Depression is more than just “the blues.” It’s a real and serious medical illness and it’s more common than people realize. Learn more about depression symptoms, causes, and treatment options through our depression video series. Find these videos through your physician’s home page at kp.org/mydoctor
Online! Online Health Coach: Stress Less
Learn to relax and find the motivation and tools needed to make lasting health changes. You’ll receive short video coaching sessions via email, along with tips and support materials to help you stay on track. Find this feature through your physician’s home page at kp.org/mydoctor.
Pathways to Emotional Wellness
Daily life can bring many stressor. Stress can trigger physical symptoms, and contribute to dpression, anxiety, and insomnia. Come learn specific ways to build emotional and physical resilience and well-being, and find out about the many Kaiser Permanente resources that can help. An overview of other mind-body, multi-session classes is included. Members only. Available in Spanish.
Location: Union City
Dates/Time: One session; call for dates and times
Fee: No fee
Registration: Call (510) 248-3455 Fremont; (510) 784-4531 Hayward/Union City
Mind-Body Medicine for Stress
Emotions, thoughts, and behaviors can affect our health. In this series you’ll learn to recognize the sources of stress in your life and how to manage stress-related symptoms and illnesses. You’ll learn ways to relax and develop healthy lifestyle habits to take better care of yourself and enjoy life more. Open to the community.
Location: Union City Medical Offices
Dates/Time: Eight sessions; call for dates and times
Fee: $10 members; $85 nonmembers
Registration: Call (510) 248-3455 Fremont; (510) 784-4531 Hayward/Union City
Breath of Yoga
Learn powerful breathing techniques that can enhance the quality of your life, bring your mind into the present, and offer benefits of yoga without using postures. A powerful energizer, these techniques can help cleanse deeply rooted stress in your body. As this stress is released, your mind and body can feel more balanced and centered. Less stress can result in better health, more harmonious relationships, and greater joy and enthusiasm for life. You’ll also have the opportunity to consider ways to live in the now, rather than in the past or future. Open to the community.
Location: Fremont Medical Center
Dates/Time: 20 hours of class time; call for dates and times
Fee: $200 members; $375 nonmembers
Registration: Call (510) 248-3455 Fremont; (510) 784-4531 Hayward/Union City
Stress Rx: Mind-Body Wellness
Learn how your thoughts and emotions affect your physical health, and get effective techniques to help you achieve mind-body balance to improve overall health. Members only.
Location: Fremont Medical Center
Dates/Time: 20 hours of class time; call for dates and times
Fee: no fee
Registration: Call (510) 248-3455 Fremont; (510) 784-4531 Hayward/Union City
Mental Health Services
Members may apply for services directly or be referred by a provider. The following services are available by appointment and the fees are based on your type of health plan coverage. Call (510) 675-3080 (Union City) or (510) 248-3060 (Fremont) for more information.
Adult Psychiatry: Provides a variety or group and individual treatment programs for mental health programs where the patient is at least 18 years of age.
Child, Adolescent & Family Services: Group and individual/family services for mental health problems where the primary patient is under 18 years of age.
Emergency Services: Call 911 if the emergency is life threatening. During regular clinic hours (Weekdays, 8:30-5:30pm) contact Union City at (510) 675-3080 or Fremont (510) 248-3060. After hours, or on weekends or holidays, contact (510) 675-3080 or (510) 248-3060 and follow the instructions to connect to the After Hours Psychiatry Call Center.
Intensive Outpatient Program: Provides intensive group therapy and case management for patients at risk for psychiatric hospitalization. Treatment lasts approximately 4 weeks with discharge to regular outpatient programs.
If you need more information or would like to register for a class please contact one of our Health Education Centers:
Fremont 510-248-3455
Hayward & Union City 510-784-4531
Last updated on 3/5/2013.
