At just nine years old, “David”, a Latino boy from our community, came to El Centro de Amistad (ECDA) struggling with severe anxiety. His school referred him to treatment after noticing ongoing symptoms that made it difficult for him to thrive.His mother shared that David had always been anxious—often worrying excessively, avoiding new situations, and […]

As the holidays approach, El Centro de Amistad (ECDA) is once again launching our annual Thanksgiving Food Basket & Gift Card Drive and Adopt-A-Family Christmas Program. These two campaigns are at the heart of our mission to support families in need throughout the San Fernando Valley, bringing warmth, hope, and joy to those facing financial […]

Through every swing, THANK YOU to everyone who helped make El Centro de Amistad’s inaugural Swing for Hope Golf Tournament such a success!   As our very first tournament, this milestone event was only possible because of the dedication of our amazing players and the generosity of our sponsors. Together, we raised vital funds that […]

El Centro de Amistad (ECDA) created its Doctoral Psychology Training Program to help train future psychologists while giving the community access to quality, culturally sensitive mental health care. The program blends learning, compassion, and cultural understanding—values that have always guided ECDA’s work. Since becoming a training site in 2023, ECDA has welcomed students from universities […]

As we navigate an ever-changing world filled with uncertainty and constant demands, it’s no surprise that many of us can begin to feel overwhelmed. That’s why May serves as a meaningful reminder to pause, check in with ourselves, and commit to practices that support our emotional and personal well-being. While daily wellness habits like rest, […]