Simply put, Angela is amazing in every way. I was seeking therapy post divorce to help me heal and…read moreI what she provided me was beyond that. She helped me understand so much more about myself and patterns and how to find resolutions and even how to honor myself for all the good things that make me, me. She gave me so many tools that I continue to use when I have to deal with various challenges and how to transmute certain feelings. She gave me validation I never understood I needed and made me feel safe and calming down my nervous system, which for years was tested. She offered plenty of resources for different things we discussed which I appreciate the heck out of her for. If I could I would have continued sessions with her as I just looked forward to speaking with her and working with her to gain strength in my thoughts and emotions and find better constructive solutions to just about any scenario, I just didn't have the financial means to continue. But I think of her often and how grateful I am for the tools she provided to help me continue on my healing journey. I look forward to being able to have sessions with her again in the future!

Angela Topcu has provided me with guidance during the most difficult time in my life and did so…read morewith much care and professionalism. It is very difficult to find therapy professionals with the knowledge and understanding that Angela Topcu provides. She is centrally located and offers flexible hours; I highly recommend her!

Tessa has become an essential part of my wellness and self-care journey. With her expertise and…read moresupport, I have worked through significant trauma and issues that had taken up so much space for way too long. Tessa's approachable and realistic therapeutic style is a perfect match for my needs. Her empathy, sincerity, and authenticity all contribute to her being an invaluable, life-changing person in my life.

Tessa created a safe, welcoming space where I felt heard, respected, and understood. She is…read moreempathetic, wise, and intuitive. Her skills in treating trauma will help you make positive steps forward in life and help you come home to yourself. Highly recommend!

Nicholas is patient, fun, and insightful. He has helped me get the "happy" back into my life…read more Highly recommend him.

June does an amazing job providing both a professional yet safe environment for individuals and…read morecouples to open up about any type of issues you might be facing in life. Whether it be relationship, work or inner problems. She listens as a friend but advises like a counselor would and gives great tools to help you tackle toxic patterns. Our sessions concluded to a positive end and I wouldn't hesitate to see her for a friendly follow up.

June Timberlake is a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. We searched around and found her…read moreinformation on the internet. We liked her positive angle and the fact that she doesn't stretch things out instead she conveys that you are sometimes only a step away from your goals. She is so refreshing and enlightening. Her knowledge of family and how you fit into your family sheds so much light on issues that continue to hurt our future relationships. She has helped us tremendously and after so many years of battling the same, ongoing issues we have been able to address them, understand them, learn from them, free ourselves and move forward in a happy, healthy marriage. I cannot thank her enough and I intend on checking in with her from time to time for a tune up every now and then ;-D

TL;DR: I called to inquire about his services and rates, and…read moreasked about paying out of pocket since he doesn't take Medi-Cal. Instead of simply saying no, he falsely claimed it's "by law" that Medi-Cal patients can't pay for any healthcare service out of pocket--and then said, "You're too poor to pay, basically." He later changed his story publicly and took no accountability. Based on my experience, he's misinformed, unprofessional, and lacks the compassion you'd expect from a psychiatrist. Addressing Dr. T's Misleading Response: After reading his response below, I still believe this psychiatrist is unknowledgeable, judgmental, and lacks the compassion expected from someone in his profession. He also seems unwilling to take constructive feedback, which only reinforces my concerns. Instead of addressing the actual issues I raised, he tried to frame the situation as if I were simply upset about being refused service. That was never the problem. I would not trust him to help anyone feel mentally better, and here's why: 1. I would've gladly taken my business elsewhere if he had said something like, "I don't accept Medi-Cal patients, even if they choose to pay out of pocket, because I'm not fully familiar with the policies." But that's not what happened. Instead, he confidently told me it's "by law" that Medi-Cal patients are not allowed to pay out of pocket for all healthcare services. When I asked why, his response was: "You're too poor to pay, basically." It's hard not to believe he only changed his tone after I brought this to a public forum. 2. In his reply, he now claims the law is in place to "protect Medi-Cal beneficiaries from being exploited." But on the phone, he didn't mention protection or legal nuance--just an offensive and dismissive remark. That's not protection. That's prejudice. From my understanding, "protection from exploitation" means that if a healthcare service is already covered by Medi-Cal, a provider isn't allowed to charge the patient cash for that service instead of billing Medi-Cal. In those cases, it's the provider who could get into trouble -- not the patient. However, if a provider does not accept Medi-Cal at all, and the patient chooses to pay out of pocket, there is no law that automatically prohibits the patient from paying for healthcare services themselves. Therefore, what I was told -- that it's "by law" illegal for Medi-Cal patients to self-pay for any service -- was misleading and inaccurate. 3. If such a law truly existed--that Medi-Cal patients are prohibited from paying out of pocket for all healthcare services--there would be widespread protests and legal challenges. Especially in California, where 38% of residents (approximately 14.9 million people) are enrolled in Medi-Cal, according to the California Health Care Foundation . You don't just quietly pass a law that blocks over a third of the state's population from accessing healthcare freely. 4. As someone who's paid out of pocket for dental work, X-rays or even orthodontics at clinics that don't accept Medi-Cal, I know firsthand that self-pay is not prohibited--unless the provider chooses to deny it. What I experienced wasn't a legal restriction. It was his personal choice, presented with misinformation and judgment. 5. While Medi-Cal does serve low-income individuals, it also includes seniors, people with disabilities, and others with complex medical needs. His blanket assumption based solely on my insurance status--and the comment that followed--was not only unprofessional, but discriminatory. 6. He blames his small practice and lack of legal resources for not understanding Medi-Cal's policies. But let's be real--many small clinics operate just fine with one or two medical assistants. He doesn't need a legal department. He just needs one knowledgeable MA to help with basic inquiries, or a better understanding of the system himself. I've seen small offices in tight shared spaces still manage to hire support staff and treat people with dignity. 7. He also claimed I was frustrated simply because he refused service. That's not true. I called to inquire about his services and rates--which he never answered. After our conversation, it was clear to both of us that it wasn't a good fit. And that would've been totally fine--if the interaction had been respectful. Instead, I was met with inaccurate information and an offensive response that made the entire experience unnecessarily negative. 8. Most people would agree that telling someone, "You're too poor to pay," is incredibly offensive--especially coming from a psychiatrist. This wasn't just about service refusal. It was about how I was spoken to and the misinformation I was given, both of which I believe reflect serious issues in how this doctor treats potential patients.

I had been seeing Dr. Thai about 3-4 years. I was seeing another psychiatrist prior to that and he…read moredecided to not see clients who had insurance but wanted to have cash up front. Best thing that could have happened to me because I ended up seeing Dr. Thai. He was immensely helpful with a kind demeanor. He is soft-spoken and was able to make some revisions in my medical treatment that were very helpful. The only reason I had to stop seeing Dr. Thai is the forced change of insurance I had to endure. If it not for that, I would continue to see him. You can't go wrong with Dr. Thai.

I have a great experience with Fremont Counseling Service. They are very professional and makes me…read morefeel at ease. I used to be very scared of therapy but after seeing my therapist this past few months has really helped! My anxiety and depression has decreased greatly and I am much more relaxed lately. Mental health is a very important thing that many people neglect!

I am so glad I sought out professional help and therapy when I was going through one of roughest…read moretimes in my life. I have been pretty depressed this past year and a half and made many mistakes along the way. This includes alcohol and substance abuse which led me to a dark path. I had some legal trouble that really broke me and with the help of Dr. Lauren I was able to get through it! She was able to shift my negative thinking into a more positive outlook in life and it has helped tremendously. My anxiety decreased and I was able to make huge improvements and changes in my life. With the energy I was able to get the best results in my legal trouble and I am so happy with the outcome. Seriously my perspective of therapy changed big time. I thought it was for those who weren't strong enough to help themselves, but it was the opposite as it takes a bit of courage to see a therapist. I have a bigger appreciation towards the profession and thankful for how much Dr. Lauren has changed my life.

She would not investigate thoroughly according to your medical problems. She took your issue…read moreslightly.

[UPDATE 2] I just had my labs ordered. I think patient…read morerelations finally intervened. As frustrated I am with the experience, I am thankful that this was resolved at the facility where I have been for the last 8+ years. Bumping up to 3 stars. Appreciate the back channel help here. ----- Further update to this. As suggested by the PAMF team I reached out to their patient relations only to get a canned response that I do need to make an appointment to get the labs done. Their handling of this seems more systemic. Their response is that the tests have not been done frequently enough. So it takes more billable visits before you start ordering labs that were ordered atleast twice in the past adhoc?? and also always suggesting - do the annual physical. Patients have the right to choose what preventive care they want to schedule and when. For established issues (test records are sufficient to see the history) it should be super straightforward. In any case, have my new primary doc appt setup with an alternate agency. Not going back to them again.