Washington County Mental Health Services’ Post

I had the extraordinary privilege to join 119 other mamas/birthing persons, on Wednesday, to advocate for our Nations’ maternal mental health. MMHLA, along with Mocha Moms, and PSI are comprised of truly amazing human beings, whose presence, even via zoom, had a deep impact on the lens through which I see the realities of other mamas: the struggles we have/have had in common, and those unique to them and their experiences as women/non-binary people from intersecting identities, some different than my own. As an advocate, telling the painful details of my journey through perinatal mood and anxiety disorders was hard on many levels- AND it gifted me with the beauty of creating space for the rewriting of my story, to include grace, persistence and strength, where there has only been the shadow of overwhelming guilt and shame. By refusing to remain silent, and giving voice to the horrors I survived, there came a renewed determination to help others feel less isolated in their own hard truths; standing together- armed with the empowerment of a battalion of survivors - we gave a face to the statistics, asking our country’s elected officials to prioritize the funding of resources that will help to prevent suffering, trauma, self harm, and the needless loss of lives due to maternal mental health disorders and crises. #mothersareanonpartisonissue #maternalmentalhealth #MOMSACTof2024 #perinatalmentalhealth

There is still time to register for the free training for mental health advocacy! NAMI Smarts for Advocacy training session Medication: Protecting Choice takes place Tue, Aug 20th ONLINE. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/geh_YQHw Take part in using your voice to change Nevada's mental health legislative policies. This training gives you the tools you need for the upcoming legislative session! #mentalhealthmatters #medication #legislature #mentalhealthpolicy #Nevada

In an important moment for public health advocacy, Jelly Roll recently addressed the Senate on the critical issue of the fentanyl crisis. His testimony sheds light on the challenges and impacts of this epidemic, offering valuable insights from a unique perspective. As professionals in the mental health and substance abuse fields, it is crucial to listen to such powerful testimonies. They not only inform us about the real-world impacts of substance abuse but also highlight the need for effective policy and community response strategies. #FentanylAwareness #PublicHealthAdvocacy #JellyRollTestimony 🎤👥💡

Dive into the heart of mental health advocacy with us! On May 30th, 2024, at 6:00 PM WAT, join us for the Virtual Launch of our Policy Brief on ‘Mainstreaming Mental Health in Elections: Recommendations for Inclusion’. In these critical times, understanding the intersection of mental health and elections is paramount. Our policy brief sheds light on this vital connection and offers insights to shape policies for the well-being of all. Register now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/ddwqh7EB #MentalHealthMatters #NigerianMentalHealth #ElectoralReform

 Environmental justice is crucial for ending the maternal and child health crisis. @nurturely's #EnviroNatalEquity toolkit provides essential key messages, advocacy guidance, and conversation starters to discuss how climate change impacts perinatal health with community members, faith leaders, and birthing families. Download it here: bit.ly/environataltoolkit 

Check out our latest APS advocacy wins, media appearances, and updates for psychology professionals across Australia. #mentalhealth #betteraccess #psychology #psychologyworkforce

People with profound autism aren't generally included in clinical research. This means solutions that are helpful for them aren't even part of the conversation. Please take a moment to register for our advocacy alerts today and urge others to join you. Together, we can advocate to make sure profound autism is part of the conversation. 🔗 to join: https://lnkd.in/eetwGyBh #ProfoundAutism #ProfoundAutismAdvocacy

That's a wrap on the Mental Health Working Group meeting! Clinicians from across the country gathered in San Diego, CA, to discuss the current challenges in treatment access and the need for patient-centered care. To learn more about AfPA's Mental Health Working Group and its advocacy initiatives, visit https://lnkd.in/dAeNZz6i. #healthcare #MentalHealth #advocacy #patientaccess #PatientCenteredCare

Patient advocates are vital; they give voice to patients' needs and rights, ensuring that healthcare journeys are not just medically sound but also personally empowered and respected. It's not just a good idea to have a patient advocate; in most states it is a requirement of licensure. One of the many services we provide at Atlantic Health Strategies is patient advocacy. If you need an advocacy hotline, we'll set it up and staff it for you. Our team has worked in treatment; we understand your challenges as a business owner and the day to day challenges that patients have. With Atlantic you can be assured that a compassionate, mental health or SUD expert answers the phone when your patient reaches out for advocacy. #ComplianceChampions #AtlanticHealthStrategies #patientadvocacy

What are your thoughts on the recent advancements in promoting mental health advocacy and encouraging open dialogues across the United States? What additional efforts do you think are needed? Share your valuable insights in the comments below ⬇️. #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #questionoftheday #questionforgroup