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Members of the Gallatin Behavioral Health Coalition are tirelessly working together to enhance mental health and substance use services available across Gallatin County. No one provider can do it all - it takes a team of dedicated professionals to serve our community’s behavioral health needs! We’ve made a lot of progress over the past year. While there is still a long way to go and many exciting projects in the pipeline, we’d like to share some of our successes. 𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 Bozeman Help Center, our local 988/crisis line provider, gives real-time access to a live person every moment of every day for anyone who is in crisis, having suicidal thoughts, in emotional distress, or concerned about someone. They answer an average of 300 behavioral health calls a month. They are able to stabilize and de-escalate 75% of those who call them. Using the caller’s own strengths, support systems, the robust 211 and mental health database, and the Help Center’s crisis follow-up services –their work reduces demand on other community services. For the other 25%, callers are referred to community and medical services. A very small percentage involve the need to call 911. For 24/7 help, you can reach the Help Center at 988 or 406-586-3333. For more information on the Gallatin Behavioral Health Coalition and its work, please visit our website: https://bit.ly/46CyPBh #gallatincountymontana #worldmentalhealthday #mentalhealth #montana #mentalhealthawareness #publicprivatepartnerships #swmontana #crisisline

A national model funded by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic features a new approach to integrated care designed to improve overall health and well-being. Learn more from Michael D'Amico MSW, LCSW, Vice President and Michelle Joo, LPC, MPH, Director about how we're creating a more holistic, person-first healthcare experience!

🎉 Excited to announce the successful completion of the Behavioral Health - Screening & Intervention course by Texas Health and Human Services! 🎓 As an EHS Professional, I'm now equipped to follow state requirements and best practices for psychosocial and behavioral health screening, diagnosis, and management in the primary care setting. Behavioral health is crucial for everyone, especially in the workforce. By understanding risk factors, diagnostic criteria, and integrating age-appropriate screening and prevention strategies, we can address behavioral and emotional disorders effectively. Key Takeaways: 🔍 Specify risk factors and diagnostic criteria for common behavioral and emotional disorders. 📋 Conduct age-appropriate mental health screening using approved tools. 🤝 Coordinate care for children and adolescents with behavioral health disorders. Let's prioritize behavioral health in our practice and promote well-being for all! #BehavioralHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #Healthcare #TexasHealthSteps #PrimaryCare #Screening #Intervention #Wellness #Prevention #HealthcareProfessionals #PublicHealth #ChildHealth #AdolescentHealth #WorkplaceWellness #HealthEducation #HealthPromotion #HealthEquity #ProfessionalDevelopment #ContinuingEducation #TexasHHSC

Thinking about how I really enjoyed myself last night at the NAMI gala. Speaking to folks adjacent to my past is always great for me. Met someone who said “man you can really talk about mental health policy!” 😎… Yes. Don’t let the shirts, ties and event pics fool ya! I did the work: 1 year as a TSS 1 year in community intervention (CYF contract) 1 year Substance Abuse Treatment Outpatient 2 years Behavior Specialist Consulting 2 years in ID residential program supervision 7 years Child residential treatment/inpatient 7 years Adult community mental health outpatient (forensics, SUD,co-occuring, SMI, transition age youth, mobile) I still grapple with guilt at times for not being in the trenches anymore, but in many new ways, I am. We evolve but we should remember that what’s foundational in our mission, stays in our spirit and guides us in our present work. 🫶🏽

Peer Support for First Responders is a structured system in which trained peer (colleagues) provide emotional, practical, and sometimes professional support to their fellow first responders. The primary goal of peer support programs is to enhance the mental health and well-being of first responders by offering a safe and confidential space for discussing the challenges and stressors they face in their line of duty. Peer Support is especially effective for First Responders because it addresses their specific needs in a way that is empathetic, non-judgmental, confidential, validating, and based on shared experiences. It plays a crucial role in promoting mental health and well-being within these high-stress professions. We specialize in establishing trained Peer Support groups for First Responder organizations. Our specialists are former police officers who have seen the benefits of Peer Support firsthand, and can relate to the specific groups they work with. If you are interested in starting a Peer Support group in your department, send us a message or visit our website: vtresponderwellness.com #vcrw #responderwellness #policementalhealth #peersupport #peersupportprogram #peersupportspecialist

Love this article. Nice job, Dr. Sharnell Myles an Embark Behavioral Health!!!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Racism is a serious and pervasive problem that affects individuals of all different races. This article identifies the different races and the struggles they face, such as mental illness, racial trauma, and emotional issues. It is important to recognize and understand these issues in order to create a more equitable and just society. #embarkbh #hardconversations #minorities #teens #youngadults #resources #mentalhealth #racialtrauma #emotionalissues

You are an amazing and insightful person who lives with a mental illness/addiction or, supports someone who does. You have experience as a volunteer board member OR you are looking to gain that experience. You have something to offer - for example, knowledge of mental health and addictions programs and stakeholders (locally and provincially), expertise in board governance, fundraising skills, 'connections', a passion for diversity/equity/inclusion/accessibility/reconciliation/anti-racism, legal expertise, etc...

#Meettheteam Maegan Wickstrom, LMSW, attended Michigan State University, where she obtained her Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work. She also received a Bachelor of Science degree from Northern Michigan University. Maegan is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who specializes in supporting children, adolescents, and young adults through a wide range of various challenges, including #anxiety, #depression, #trauma, #stressmanagement, #adjustments, #relationshipconflicts, #angermanagement, #bullying, and #schoolrelatedchallenges.

#Meettheteam Maegan Wickstrom, LMSW, attended Michigan State University, where she obtained her Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work. She also received a Bachelor of Science degree from Northern Michigan University. Maegan is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who specializes in supporting children, adolescents, and young adults through a wide range of various challenges, including #anxiety, #depression, #trauma, #stressmanagement, #adjustments, #relationshipconflicts, #angermanagement, #bullying, and #schoolrelatedchallenges.