HEAL (Health, Education And Literacy) Program

The HEAL Program provides free, culturally appropriate mental health and wellness education and support services to refugees and other immigrant groups in San Diego, CA.

Peer Counseling Sessions

Receive emotional support, Learn more about services & resources, Share experiences dealing with challenges in the United States

Mental Health Literacy Workshops

Gain information on physical and mental health, Understand signs of mental health challenges, Learn activities to improve mental health and wellness

Wellness Groups

Meet with a group on a regular basis, Discuss health & wellness topics in depth, Learn how to stay healthy while maintaining cultural traditions

Connections to Other Community Resources

Including individual, family, and group therapy and psychiatric services with option for medication

Who can participate in services?

Individuals from any country with the following statuses: refugee, asylee, SIV holder, lawful permanent resident, and others*
Afghan or Ukrainian Humanitarian Parolees
Individuals from the above groups who are 6 years or older

*For specific eligibility information, please contact SURVIVORS directly.

Interested in participating?

Please complete SURVIVORS’ Confidential Referral Form to submit a HEAL referral:

Link to Referral Form to Request Services

For more information, contact our HEAL Staff:

Abdullah Sarferaz (English, Dari, Pashto)

Email: [email protected]; Tele: (619) 629 – 6395

Sidrah Albahsahli (English, Arabic)

Email: [email protected]; Tele: (619) 932 – 8704

Join the Healing Society Today

You are not alone. We’re here to help. We’re a healing resource to survivors of torture and their families without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, or economic or legal status.

SURVIVORS can provide specialized care and support to empower you in your healing journey to become a self-sufficient and healthy member of your family and community. We are able to offer services to torture survivors and their families free of charge. Professional interpretation is available.

To find out if you qualify for services, please call us at 619-278-2400 to talk with an expert staff member.

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

SURVIVORS provides tailored individual, group, family, and couples therapy with licensed and licensed eligible mental health professionals throughout San Diego County.

MEDICAL SERVICES

SURVIVORS’ provides support for Survivors with medical needs like finding a physician for general health care or connecting with a vision provider to receive glasses.

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

SURVIVORS provides tailored individual, group, family, and couples therapy with licensed and licensed eligible mental health professionals throughout San Diego County.

PSYCHIATRIC CARE

SURVIVORS’ psychiatric services include a thorough evaluation of clients and regular follow-ups by a psychiatrist.

PROFESSIONAL INTERPRETATION

SOCIAL and PEER SUPPORT

SURVIVORS offers Healing Clubs to help counter torture survivor’s feelings of shame, humiliation, and isolation. Activities have included art projects and nature walks.

FORENSIC EVALUATIONS

SURVIVORS coordinates medical affidavits and psychological evaluations to support our client’s asylum cases. Medical and psychological evaluations are conducted by trained professional evaluators.