Announcements

Hi BPN families, As summer winds down, there’s something special about this stretch of the season—long evenings, slower weekends, a mix of routine and restlessness before school fully kicks in. It’s one of my favorite times of year to photograph families. Whether you’ve had a full, busy summer or one that slipped by quietly, this in-between…

Syrya is a wonderful Italian au pair whose current family has had a change in circumstances so she is looking for a new family. Syrya is available any time in July until December and may extend into 2026. Syrya has been an au pair before and was with another family in Marin for 2 yrs before she was with this family in SF. She is a good, safe…

We do such a good job preparing for birth—but what about the weeks and months after? In many cultures, new parents are surrounded by care, nourishment, and rest. In ours? Too often, they’re sent home exhausted, in pain, and expected to “bounce back” while figuring it all out alone. It doesn’t have to be that way. I’m an Oakland-based acupuncturist…

Looking for help for your family or child, age birth to eight? Have a stressful situation you're dealing with and looking for support?  We have current in-office, in-home and virtual openings for:  THERAPY for children and their parents; Flexible scheduling including weekend and evening availability.   SUPPORT GROUPS for families…

Fairy Big Deals This Summer Located along the shores of Lake Merritt, Children’s Fairyland has been sparking imaginations since 1950 with storybook sets, friendly animals, puppet shows, and rides designed for the little ones. This summer, Fairyland is rolling out some Fairy Big Deals because we know every dollar counts. All Fairy Big Deals &…

Every Child Bay is Now Accepting Applications for the 2025–2026 School Year! Located in El Cerrito, Every Child Bay is a relationship-based, inclusive early learning program designed to support every child—including children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)—in learning and growing alongside their peers through play, exploration, and evidence-…

Hello, Berkeley community! I currently have some openings for teenagers, adults, couples and families seeking psychotherapy. I see clients in person in my Berkeley office (2232 Carleton Street) or via telehealth (Zoom). Depending on income and availability, I may be able to offer services on a sliding scale. The bulk of my training has been with…

Hi all BPN families, I am offering my house cleaning service of many years of experience now with several openings in my schedule.  My service is honest, reliable, and thoroughly done. All my clients have been from the BPN community all these years.  Great recommendations, the best service for regular basis cleaning: Weekly Bi-weekly…

Are you a mom or caregiver navigating the perimenopause transition?  Many perimenopausal women are in the throes of mood fluctuations, vacillating between anxiety, sadness and rage. Some report brain fog or insomnia, hot flashes and other physical challenges.  And then there’s the existential crunch of entering a new phase of life and…

Summer Travel & Companion Care Family trips often bring joy, new experiences, and meaningful connection. Yet for individuals navigating mental health, substance use recovery, or neurodivergence, travel can also introduce unique stressors. At Key Collective, our companions provide clinically-informed, tailored support that allows clients to…

Do you know a teen who needs help transitioning back to school after treatment? We can help! Here's an example of how: When 16-year-old Maya* transitioned home after several months in residential treatment for anxiety and depression, her family and school team were unsure how to best support her return to a traditional academic setting. Though she…

Hello, Berkeley and Bay Area Caregivers! My name is Micah, and I've been working with children and youth as a therapist in the Bay Area for over a decade now (LCSW #69534). I'm currently accepting new clients, and would be honered to work with you and your young person. Over the years I have worked with young people experiencing a variety of…

Hi families! My name is May - I’m a personal chef based in the Bay Area offering weekly in-home meal prep designed to fit your specific needs, whether that be managing food allergies/special diets, wanting to avoid the table stress by providing meals around everyone's preferences, or just tired of takeout.  I have always worked in the home…

Upcoming events for July and August! Here is everything we are doing for the next couple weeks! Birthday Parties!!  Looking for something fun with no complicated planning? We got you covered! Mall Rat Camp By our powers combined we will create... THE BEST CAMP EVER! There are only a few more weeks left. Sign up for Roller Skating,…

Winston Transitions, part of the national network of Winston Preparatory School campuses, is a highly individualized day program for neurodivergent young adults, ages 17-21+. Transitions offers a dynamic and responsive learning environment that supports students as they navigate the shift from high school to adult life. …