Wellness Tip: Take a deep breath and center yourself. A mindful moment can help you focus and bring calm into your busy week.

Introducing the 2025–26 allcove Beach Cities Youth Advisory Group

We’re proud to welcome 26 incredible young people to this year’s Youth Advisory Group! These passionate young people represent a diverse range of schools and bring unique perspectives, leadership and dedication to youth mental health and wellness.


Participating Schools & Affiliations Include:

Assistance League of South Bay

Bishop Montgomery High School

California Academy of Mathematics and Science

Da Vinci Design

El Camino College

Friendship Foundation

Key Club

Mira Costa High School

National Charity League

North High School 

Palos Verdes High School

Redondo Union High School

Torrance High School

Vistamar School

West High School

We’re excited to see how this dynamic group will shape allcove Beach Cities this year through creativity, collaboration and youth-led impact.

We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the donors who have supported allcove Beach Cities. Your generosity plays a vital role in helping us create a safe, welcoming and supportive space for young people to access mental health services, build community and thrive.


Thanks to you, we’re able to continue providing youth-driven programs, peer support and wellness opportunities for our community.


With gratitude, we recognize the following donors who supported allcove through June 2025.

Aletha Diane Capobianco

Ali and Lenny Brooks

Allison Hamilton and family

Amanda Valenzuela

Anne Vitug

Anonymous

April WalkerHeminway

Augustin Garnier

Autumn Stephens

Benjamin Wright

Carrie Faulkner and Todd Stoltey     

Cindy Elias

Cintya Roman

Cory O’Meara

Daniel Smith

Dave and Marianne Birch

David Lee

David Rickles

Denis OReilly

Dianna Zaorski

Dorothy Min

Grace Reynolds

Howard Darvey

Jan Mokhtari

Jaye Bea Smalley

Jean Lucio

Jim and Kristi O'Connor

John Ringman

Joni Cantrell

Josephine Ing

Judith Petraitis

Judy Bahr

Kate Ansari

Kathleen Gates

Kelli Raymor

Kelly Egan

Kenneth Redeker

Laura McIntire

Leandra Bulen

Lisa Gaudio

Lisa, James, Mason and Nolan Reyes

Liza Mastrella

Lorna Silva

Lunde Water LLC

Mara Truskoloski

Marcela Silva

Margaret Gerlach

Mary Bekhit

Megan Vixie

Michael & Terese Birch

Nan Iwasaki

Ngan Thuy Pham

Pamela Bakaly

Paul & Rachel Gaskell

Priscilla Wagner

Raquel Dickert

Robert Hockberger

Sandra Perlmutter

Saundra           

Shop Shop7

South Bay High School Associated Student Body 

Steven Ruoff

Tegwyn Collins

The Bird Family (Danielle's Florida Family)

The Feldt Family         

The Gilda Family         

Tila Henrichsen

Tina Birch

Tricia Lee

Vanessa Poster

Learn how allcove is supporting young people like John

At 27, John Hooper is more than a mentor. He’s living proof that change is possible. His journey from elite athlete to struggling with addiction, and ultimately finding recovery, led him to allcove Beach Cities. Now, he’s paying it forward, helping young people who, like him, need a safe space to heal, grow, or just simply catch their breath amid life’s chaos.

At Beach Cities Health District, we’re looking to hear from you and learn about your experience with our programs and services and how it’s made a difference in your life.


Whether it’s an experience at one of our workshops or events, or at the Center for Health & Fitness, AdventurePlex or allcove Beach Cities, share your story with us! Sharing stories has the power to give hope to others. Hearing about the impact allcove is making can also influence funding and policymaking decisions.

naloxone + fentanyl testing strips available for free at allcove Beach Cities

stop by the front desk for more information

coffee in the cove with Maya

We are so excited to share that Maya Nyquist has joined the allcove Beach Cities group of service providers to offer mental health services to clients!


Some facts about Maya:

 

Favorite vacation spot

My favorite vacation spots are anywhere on a lake! Specifically, I love Bass Lake so much! It's near Yosemite and absolutely gorgeous. I've spent many weeks on that lake, and it has a special place in my heart and helps me instantly relax!

 

Favorite trait about yourself

I would say my favorite trait about myself is that I try to make others feel welcome and seen in any environment I'm in--whether that's in a classroom, at a work event, or in a group of friends, I always try to make sure no one is feeling left on the outside. If they'll have me, I'd love to be a friend to them. 

 

One talent you have that no one would guess

I love photography, specifically photographing people--like couples or families. Taking pics of littles is my absolute favorite. It's totally a "for fun" hobby, but I really enjoy it and, I think (at least I hope!) that the photos turn out pretty well! 

 

What superpower would you have

I would definitely be able to want to transport myself anywhere in an instant. If I could save myself the long plane or car rides to get to new places, that would be the dream. Also, then I could transport to my bed instantly at the end of a long work day :'). 

 

What made you want to get into this work

I originally found my way to the mental health field through my passion for working with neurodivergent kiddos--specifically kids with Autism. Later, while I was studying Psychology as an undergraduate, I began my own journey with therapy and my life was changed through the insight I gained and support I had. I realized the power of sitting with someone through hard times and helping them to discover what's already within them--and I love that I get to work with everyday stressors, AND all types of neurodivergence! 

 

What are you most excited about working at allcove Beach Cities

I have loved getting to work with people who are in one of, if not the most, transformative periods of their lives. It's hard to be between 12-25, there is so much constant change! However, there is also so much potential for insight and growth, and getting to experience how much this generation prioritizes that at such a young age is so incredible and inspiring!!

Free Fitness is Back!

Join us for Mindful Yoga on the Beach and Zumba in the Park every Monday at 6:30 p.m. through August 25! This summer, we’re hosting special allcove nights and we’d love for you to show up and move with us.


We kicked off our first allcove night for Free Fitness on June 23 with Yoga on the Beach in Hermosa Beach—and it was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who joined us.


Upcoming allcove nights:


  • July 21 – Yoga on the Beach Manhattan Beach – South of the Manhattan Beach Pier
  • August 11 – Zumba in the Park Alta Vista Park in Redondo Beach on Julia Field

cove Happenings

If you’re catching up on homework, or just needing a break and a safe space to hang out, join us for events in the cove at allcove Beach Cities. 

clothing upcycle event

Thursdays, July 17 and August 14, 4:30 – 6 p.m.


Looking for some new threads? Come join us to upcycle your old clothes and catch some new magical threads. Give away any old pieces taking up closet space and find a new thrifted favorite.

painting in the cove

Tuesday, July 22, 4 – 5:30 p.m.


Unleash your inner artist! Join us for a fun evening of painting in the cove. 

gender identity dialogue

Tuesdays, July 22 and August 5 & 19, 5 – 6 p.m.


A closed circle space for trans, gender non-conforming and questioning youth to have a safe facilitated group conversation about their unique and shared experiences. An opportunity to meet and connect with other youth over gender identity.

life after high school, what's next?

Thursdays, July 24 & 31, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.


Whether you're excited or oh so nervous, take time to join others in candidly discussing dreams, challenges, options, changes and/or readiness for what comes next after high school.

painting in the cove: paint your paradise

Tuesday, August 5, 4 – 5:30 p.m.


Unleash your inner artist! Join us for a fun evening of painting in the cove. 

painting in the cove: watercolor mandalas

Thursday, August 7, 4 – 5:30 p.m.


Unleash your inner artist! Join us for a fun evening of painting watercolor mandalas. 

Resource for Families

family coaching 

Family coaching is available for parents/caregivers on how to build a strong and lasting relationship with their young person. Call (310) 374-5706 to make an appointment. 


virtual families connected parent chat  

Tuesday, August 12, 10 – 11 a.m.  

Monthly support group open to all South Bay parents and caregivers that provides a supportive space to share parenting challenges and successes.  Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87374623578

 

family support group 

Wednesday, August 13, 5:30 – 7 p.m. 

514 N. Prospect Ave., Lower Level – Redondo Room, Redondo Beach  

A group of families helping other families who live with mental health challenges by utilizing their collective lived experiences and learned wisdom.

find us here @allcoveBeachCities 

Crisis Resource Links


Crisis Text Line

National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

The Trevor Project

Community Help Line | Non-emergency

allcove Beach Cities

Located at Beach Cities Health District

514 N. Prospect Ave. 4th floor

Redondo Beach, CA 90277


Hours:

Monday - Friday 1 - 7 p.m.

(310) 374-5706


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