The Good Men Project® is a glimpse of what enlightened masculinity might look like in the 21st century,” the press raved when we launched. We had set out to start an international conversation about what it means to be a good man in the 21st century. (Read More...)
MAMH convenes stakeholders across the behavioral health and public health community to address policy, budget and legal issues affecting those at risk for or living with behavioral health conditions. We disseminate knowledge emerging from clinical research, program evaluation and innovation developments to inform and activate diverse audiences in the Commonwealth and beyond. MAMH solves problems in disparities in benefits and access to care through strategic advocacy partnerships. We target reforms in public policy, service delivery and payment methods to improve access to care and end disparities in receipt of a broad range of benefits, treatments and recovery supports upon which our constituents depend to protect and improve their mental health and well being. (Read More...)
PATHWAY TO HOPE is a nonprofit, peer support environment that encourages, educates, and empowers individuals and families whose lives are affected by mental illness. We believe that no one should face mental illness alone. Our services include: Weekly support groups we call Courage Groups for both caregivers and those living with mental illness. E3: Encourage • Empower • Educate course for family members, caregivers, advocates and ministers supporting someone living with mental illness. Reclamation Clubhouse, for adults living with mental illness (open Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30). Our website has full details on each of these services. (Read More...)
The Canadian BFRB Support Network is a federally-registered Canadian non-profit organization that provides information, resources, and support to persons living with body-focused repetitive behaviours (BFRBs) as well as their loved ones. Based out of Toronto, Ontario, CBSN operates with a goal of disseminating information to reassure those with BFRBs they are not alone while also educating the public about these disorders in the hopes of reducing stigma. Apart from information, CBSN offers support through in-person peer support groups across the country, online one-on-one peer support, and through its online support group. CBSN is completely volunteer run and relies on the support of the community and partnerships with other organizations for its information and resources. Although Canada-based, CBSN welcomes and assists people from across the globe and has been in operation since 2013. (Read More...)
International Bipolar Foundation is a not for profit organization whose mission is to improve understanding and treatment of bipolar disorder through research; to promote care and support resources for individuals and caregivers; and to erase stigma through education. (Read More...)
PsychU is a free community and online resource library for individuals engaged in the mental health field. Our 33,000+ members share one simple belief: improved information, increased collaboration, and ongoing discussion will lead to improved mental health care and patient outcomes for individuals with mental illnesses. PsychU members include physicians, clinicians, care managers, nurses, pharmacists, payers, administrators, and other professionals in mental health care. By becoming part of the community, you’ll gain access to online forums and live events, a library of on-demand mental health resources, and perspectives from industry experts and thought leaders. Visit www.PsychU.org to learn more! (Read More...)
Melissa Drake is the founder of Brilliant Transformations. She is an Editor, Truthteller, and coach with a passion for words, writing, positive energy, and helping others recover from life’s tough transitions. She knows from personal experience, it's important to live your own truth over the truth others prescribed for you. She also knows writing helps process and heal your own hurts. Once written, the act of sharing your story with others (whether that's on a small scale in an intimate support group, or on a large scale by publishing your story), can empower others. She desires to help individuals Live their Truth, Write their Story, and Empower Others. Her own vulnerable stories of survival have been featured on several global platforms including, Women for One, elephant journal, Scary Mommy, The Good Men Project, The Urban Howl, Thought Catalog, Sick Biz, She Owns It, and The SHFT Blog. Connect with her on her website or on Facebook. She also has a closed group for individuals experiencing life’s tough transitions, that includes positive daily messaging. Request membership here. You can also follow Melissa on Instagram and Twitter. Melissa knows and shows hope. There's life after depression and it's brilliant. (Read More...)
BroglieBox is mental wellness, delivered to your doorstep. Every season, a new box arrives filled with full sized items and resources for mental health and stress relief. Also included in each box is a quarterly issue of our own 'Piece of Mind' Magazine, which features timely and useful articles, self-help guides, and visual tools from a variety of published psychologists, psychiatrists, and mental health experts. BroglieBox is an all-encompassing resource kit in a fun, warm and heartfelt way! Many BroglieBoxes are sent as "gifts" with the option to send the box anonymously or include a personalized note. (Read More...)
Established in 1908, Mental Health Connecticut (MHC) is the longest standing nonprofit organization dedicated to the improvement of mental health for the residents of our state. With facilities in Stamford, Bridgeport, Danbury, Waterbury, Torrington, and West Hartford, we are committed to delivering the highest quality services to our program participants as well as providing resources and information to the general public through our community education offerings. Since its founding, MHC has been a leader in mental health reform through its advocacy efforts on both the state and federal levels. Following in the footsteps of our founder, Clifford W. Beers, we’ve continued to push toward a future where individuals with mental health conditions are treated fairly and have access to the key supports for wellness: Home, Health, Purpose, and Community. (Read More...)
The Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan is the go-to source for mental health awareness and education. Our mission is to create communities that have good mental health by inspiring people to recognize, understand, accept, and take action. Our leading program: be nice. is a mental health education program for schools, businesses, faith congregations, and communities. The be nice. Action Plan to notice, invite, challenge and empower is proven to change, improve, and save lives. Learn more by Taking the Pledge on www.benice.org. (Read More...)