D'Amore is Now an Approved Treatment Provider for Kaiser
Our admissions team is available to help you get the care you need.
At D’Amore Mental Health, we understand the unique pressures and challenges faced by PG&E employees. The demanding nature of maintaining critical infrastructure, responding to emergencies, handling public safety concerns, and working in potentially hazardous conditions can take a significant toll on your mental wellbeing. We’re proud to offer specialized mental health treatment programs that are fully accessible through your Kaiser Permanente insurance plan.
As a PG&E employee with Kaiser Permanente insurance, you have access to comprehensive mental health coverage that includes D’Amore’s full range of services. As an in-network provider with Kaiser Permanente, we work directly with your insurance to ensure a seamless treatment experience, minimizing your out-of-pocket expenses while maximizing your care options.
D’Amore Mental Health is one of Southern California’s leading mental health treatment centers, providing 24/7 specialized care for a range of conditions that may affect PG&E employees:
We provide comprehensive treatment for depression and related mood disorders that are often exacerbated by the high-stakes nature of utility work, on-call rotations, and the responsibility of maintaining essential services. Our program addresses both situational depression related to workplace stressors and clinical depression requiring more intensive intervention, with specialized approaches for energy sector professionals who may experience seasonal fluctuations in workload and stress during wildfire seasons, storms, or other high-demand periods.
Our clinicians are experienced in treating various anxiety conditions including generalized anxiety disorder, panic attacks, social anxiety, and utility industry-specific anxieties. We understand how the pressures of public safety responsibilities, weather-related emergencies, equipment maintenance concerns, and regulatory compliance can contribute to anxiety, and we offer targeted interventions to manage these symptoms while maintaining professional effectiveness.
We provide specialized care for more complex mental health challenges including psychotic disorders, severe bipolar disorder, and other conditions involving disruptions in thought processes. Our treatment team is equipped to address these conditions within the context of maintaining employment stability, with protocols designed for professionals in safety-critical roles.
Our 24/7 crisis intervention services provide immediate, expert care during acute mental health episodes. We understand the unique pressures that can trigger crises among utility workers, including emergency response situations, infrastructure failures, public safety incidents, or cumulative stress from managing essential services. Our crisis stabilization program focuses on rapid assessment, immediate intervention, and thoughtful transition to appropriate ongoing care levels.
We offer specialized support for PG&E employees experiencing burnout from sustained workplace stress. Our comprehensive approach helps you recover mental and physical energy, reestablish healthy boundaries between work and personal life, and develop sustainable practices that support long-term wellbeing while maintaining career growth.
We address co-occurring substance use disorders alongside primary mental health conditions, recognizing that some utility professionals may develop unhealthy coping mechanisms in response to workplace stress. Our integrated approach treats both conditions simultaneously, with special consideration for maintaining sobriety in safety-sensitive positions.
Our “Build Me Up” program uses positive reinforcement and “Gracious Redundancy” to foster lasting behavioral and cognitive change. We understand that PG&E employees may need flexible treatment options that accommodate emergency response duties and on-call schedules while receiving care.
When you choose D’Amore for your mental health needs as a PG&E employee, you’ll receive:
Our residential program provides comfortable, healing environments where you can focus on recovery without the additional stress of shared spaces. Each room is thoughtfully designed to promote rest and reflection, giving you the privacy needed for genuine healing.
You will meet with your dedicated therapist who works closely with you to address your specific challenges, develop personalized coping strategies, and track your progress throughout treatment. These one-on-one sessions form the backbone of your personalized recovery plan and provide a safe space to explore concerns specific to your work at PG&E.
Our group sessions cover a range of topics including stress management, emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and workplace reintegration strategies specifically relevant to high-responsibility utility industry environments. These groups help you connect with others while developing essential skills for maintaining mental wellness.
You will receive thorough assessments with regular follow-ups to evaluate your mental health status, monitor progress, and make necessary adjustments to your treatment plan. Our psychiatrists specialize in treating professionals in demanding careers and understand the unique stressors of utility industry work.
Our experienced psychiatrists understand the importance of finding the right balance—medications that effectively manage symptoms while allowing you to maintain the mental clarity and focus required in your safety-critical PG&E position. We continuously monitor and adjust your medication protocol for optimal results.
Your treatment will include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and change negative thought patterns, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to build distress tolerance and emotional regulation, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for processing work-related traumatic experiences.
You will have access to outside gym facilities, art therapy, music therapy, and mindfulness practices that provide alternative ways to process emotions and develop healthy coping mechanisms. These therapies can be integrated into your daily routine upon returning to work and provide valuable stress management tools.
These structured activities help you develop real-world coping skills and practice applying therapeutic techniques in community settings. These experiences build confidence in managing stressors outside the treatment environment before returning to your professional responsibilities at PG&E.
Our team addresses practical concerns related to your employment, benefits, family responsibilities, and personal affairs, ensuring that your focus can remain on recovery while maintaining career stability. We help coordinate communication with HR departments when appropriate and provide advocacy for your needs.
Your treatment addresses mind, body, and spirit through nutritional counseling, sleep hygiene education, physical wellness activities, and optional spiritual support. These approaches create sustainable wellness practices that support long-term recovery and professional performance, particularly important for those working rotating shifts or responding to emergencies.
We help educate your loved ones about your mental health journey and equip them with tools to support your continued wellness after treatment. These sessions create a stronger support network for lasting recovery and help family members understand the unique challenges of your work environment.
Your aftercare plan considers the unique demands of your PG&E position, with strategies for managing workplace stressors, maintaining work-life balance, and preventing relapse while excelling in your career. We develop specific protocols for handling high-stress periods such as natural disasters, outages, and emergency response situations.
As discussed in our comprehensive guide to Kaiser Permanente’s Mental Health Services, Kaiser emphasizes an integrated approach to mental healthcare. D’Amore Mental Health complements this philosophy by providing specialized treatment options that seamlessly integrate with Kaiser’s continuum of care.
Our clinical team works collaboratively with your Kaiser providers to ensure treatment continuity before, during, and after your time at D’Amore. This integration ensures that your mental health journey is cohesive and comprehensive, even as you transition between different levels of care.
If you’re a PG&E employee experiencing mental health challenges, don’t wait to seek the support you deserve. Your Kaiser Permanente benefits make accessing D’Amore’s exceptional care simple and affordable.
Your mental health is essential to your overall wellbeing and job performance. Let D’Amore Mental Health and your Kaiser Permanente benefits provide the support you need to thrive both personally and professionally.
Ready to take control of your mental health? Contact D’Amore Mental Health today to learn how we can help you leverage your PG&E Kaiser benefits for comprehensive mental health treatment.
Jamie Mantel is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with a Psy.D. in psychology. Jamie has worked for non-profits for over 20 years working with agencies, as well as her private practice in Huntington Beach, California.
