Guides & health information
Practical guides from Shanti OC. For external clinics and testing sites, see Resources.
August 6, 2026
When Is a Comprehensive Mental Health Evaluation Recommended?Learn when a mental health evaluation is recommended and how it helps clarify symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.
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July 27, 2026
HIV and Recovery Support in Orange County (Positive Steps Update)Our Positive Steps 12-step meeting has ended, but recovery support for adults living with HIV/AIDS has not. Here is what Shanti OC offers and how to get started.
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July 15, 2026
HIV Counseling Services: Why Mental Health Support MattersDiscover why HIV counseling services are essential and how mental health support improves quality of life.
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July 15, 2026
Low Cost Therapy Orange County: Affordable Care Without CompromiseLooking for low cost therapy Orange County? Discover affordable, high-quality mental health support options today.
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July 15, 2026
Therapy Orange County: How to Find the Right Therapist Without the StressLooking for therapy Orange County? Learn how to find the right therapist, what to expect, and how to start your mental health journey.
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June 2, 2026
HIV Support Resources in Orange County, CAA guide to HIV support services available in Orange County, including counseling, case management, and community programs offered by Shanti OC.
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June 1, 2026
When to Call 988, and When Shanti OC Can HelpUnderstand the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline vs. Shanti's weekday counseling, and how to get the right help at the right time.
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June 1, 2026
Ways to Support Shanti Orange CountyDonate, volunteer, sponsor events, and amplify Shanti OC's counseling, HIV care, and education programs across Orange County.
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May 31, 2026
Counseling for Teens and Young AdultsMental health counseling for adolescents and young adults at Shanti OC: school stress, identity, family conflict, and HIV-affected youth.
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May 30, 2026
Peer Support, Group Therapy, and Individual CounselingA clear guide to Shanti OC's layers of care, from free peer groups to licensed individual and group therapy.
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May 29, 2026
How to Support a Loved One Living with HIVPractical and emotional guidance for partners, family, and friends supporting someone with HIV in Orange County.
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May 28, 2026
HIV Stigma and Mental Health: You're Not AloneHow internal and external HIV stigma affects mental health, and how counseling and groups at Shanti OC help you heal.
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May 27, 2026
Just Diagnosed with HIV? Practical Next Steps in OCEmotional grounding, medical linkage, and Orange County resources for people newly diagnosed with HIV, from Shanti OC.
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May 26, 2026
Where to Get HIV Testing in Orange CountyA practical guide to HIV and STD testing sites in OC, plus how Shanti helps after you know your status.
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May 25, 2026
Spanish-Language Mental Health Services in Orange CountyCounseling, Círculo Latino, and HIV case management: Shanti OC's Spanish-capable pathways for the Latino community in Orange County.
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May 24, 2026
Telehealth Counseling for All of CaliforniaShanti OC offers video counseling across California, with the same intake, confidentiality, and therapist matching as in-person care in Laguna Hills.
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May 23, 2026
Insurance, CalOptima, and Affordable Therapy FeesHow Shanti OC handles insurance, CalOptima, and low-cost counseling fees, explained before your first billable session.
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May 22, 2026
Community Education & HIV Prevention OutreachHow Shanti OC brings HIV prevention education and mental health awareness to schools, community groups, and partners across Orange County.
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May 21, 2026
Psychological Testing & Evaluation at Shanti OCLicensed psychological assessments for learning concerns, ADHD, mood disorders, and trauma, with a written report, through Shanti intake.
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May 20, 2026
HIV Therapy Group vs. Peer Support: What's the Difference?Understand how Shanti's clinician-led HIV therapy group differs from open peer groups like Círculo Latino, and how to know which fits you.
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May 19, 2026
Círculo Latino: Spanish-Language Community Support in OCA free monthly Spanish-language circle at Shanti OC for the Latino community: connection, resources, and mental health access without language barriers.
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May 17, 2026
HIV Case Management: How Navigation Works at Shanti OCHow Shanti case managers help Orange County residents living with HIV connect to medical care, housing, benefits, and mental health support.
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May 16, 2026
Mental Health Counseling at Shanti Orange CountyIndividual, couples, and teen counseling in Laguna Hills and via telehealth, with therapists who understand HIV, grief, stigma, and everyday stress.
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May 15, 2026
What to Expect on Your First Visit to Shanti OCA plain-language guide to reaching out, intake, and starting care at Shanti Orange County, with no commitment required.
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