Sept. 29 AAPI Monthly Seminar
This September, Suicide Awareness Prevention Month, NAMI CC’s AAPI Team’s monthly online public presentation features our own team to discuss Youth Mental Health & Suicide Prevention!
Notice: Office Closed for Sept 21
Please be informed that the NAMI CC (National Alliance on Mental Illness, Contra Costa County) office will be closed on Saturday, September 21st, 2024, for our 4th Annual Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Event: Know the Signs.
Fall Volunteer Appreciation Event Recap
A great time was held by all that attended NAMI Contra Costa’s Fall Volunteer Appreciation Celebration last Friday, September 13, 2024. Click Read More for Details.
Ask Kathy: 120 Days Left
Written by Kathy Maibaum-Perryman, CFNC – A deep passion for mental health and well-being. This month, Kathy talks about having fewer than 120 days left in the year and how to make the best of it with a call to join her in meeting your wellness goals.
September 2024 General Meeting
Get ready to attend our September (Suicide Prevention Awareness Month) 2024 General Meeting Mental Health Speaker Series. In Honor of September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, Savannah Crippen, MPH, and NAMI CC TAY Coordinator Leo Li will speak about current interventions available to youth.
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[9/10] is 988 Day of Action
As we continue into September, we at NAMI Contra Costa continue to raise mental health awareness and suicide prevention. On Tuesday, September 10, NAMI is calling grassroots advocates to support the Local 988 Response Act, a major priority bill to improve the routing of people calling the 988 Lifeline for help during a crisis.
How to Find A Therapist
Written by Sheila Alacorn, a NAMI CC 2024 Summer Intern.
Looking for a therapist might sound as easy as typing “therapy near me” in the search engine, but how do you really find a therapist for you or a loved one? There are a lot of factors that go into finding therapy, such as economic worries, the type of therapy you are searching for, and even understanding credentials. Additionally, there are resources and benefits that many folks are not aware of. Here, a little bit of everything will be explained to aid your search.
How to Find a Psychologist or Psychiatrist
A Comprehensive Guide Written by Hermela Araya, a NAMI CC 2024 Summer Intern, on finding a suitable psychologist or psychiatrist for your needs.