Campaign Updates
Stay up to date with all the amazing things that are happening with the #therapyiscool mental health action campaign.
In honor of July being Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, the #therapyiscool is combining all proceeds collected in months of June and July to be donated to The AAKOMA (African American Knowledge Optimized for Mindfully Healthy Adolescents) Project.
Below is a little information provided by our friends at the @aakomaproject :
① Name of the organization: The AAKOMA (African American Knowledge Optimized for Mindfully Healthy Adolescents) Project
② Founded in: 1999
③ Services provided: In addition to community outreach, research and awareness, AAKOMA is currently offering 3 no cost mental health sessions for adolescents and young adults that reside in Northern Virginia.
④ Population served: Our mission is to help diverse teenagers and their families achieve optimal mental health through dialogue, learning, and the understanding that everyone deserves care and support.
⑤How does AAKOMA use their donated funds: Contributions will enable us to support mental health supports for teens and young adults.
To learn more about The AAKOMA Project, please visit https://aakomaproject.org/
Saint Petersburg, FL // New Jersey// San Bernardino, CA // Anaheim, CA
Scottsdale, AZ // Los Angeles, CA // Centennial, CO // Fort Collins, CO
The #therapyiscool mental health action campaign is doing something different in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Because we believe access to mental healthcare is more important now than ever, we are combining all proceeds collected between the months of March-May to be donated to the Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH).
Below is a little information provided by our friends at the Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH):
① Name of the organization: Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH)
② Founded in: 2012
③ Services provided: The Disaster Distress Helpline is staffed by trained counselors from a network of crisis call centers located across the United States. These counselors provide: 1) Crisis counseling for people in emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster, 2) Information on how to recognize distress and its effects on individuals and families, 3) Tips for healthy coping and 4) Referrals to local crisis call centers for additional follow-up care and support.
④ Population served: The Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH) is the first national hotline dedicated to providing year-round disaster crisis counseling. This toll-free, multilingual, crisis support service is available 24/7 via telephone (1-800-985-5990) and SMS (text 'TalkWithUs' to 66746, Spanish-speakers can text 'Hablanos' to 66746) to all residents in the U.S. and its territories who are experiencing emotional distress related to natural or man-made disasters.
⑤How does the DDH use their donated funds: The helpline has seen a 300% increase in calls during coronavirus pandemic. Donations help staff and fund the going efforts of the Disaster Distress Helpline.
To learn more about the Disaster Distress Helpline, please visit https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline
Portugal // Boise, ID // Harlingen, TX // Riverside, CA
Manitoba, Canada // Huntington Woods, MI // New Jersey // Pennsylvania
Greenville, NC // Charlotte, NC // Oak Glen, CA // SF Bay Area, CA
The #therapyiscool mental health action campaign did something special in the name of the holiday spirit. Instead of the routine one month, we spent the last 2 months (December & January) in Minneapolis, MN in support of community efforts to make mental health services more accessible.
Proceeds from the purchases of #therapyiscool products during the months of December AND January will be donated to the Washburn Center for Children.
Below is a little information provided by our friends at @washburncenter :
① Name of the organization: Washburn Center for Children
② Founded in: 1949
③ Services provided: We provide a variety of services that include comprehensive psychological assessment and testing, outpatient individual and family therapy, crisis stabilization, in-home services, case management, and intensive therapeutic groups which includes day treatment programs.
④ Population served: Our licensed and professional staff are experts in identifying and treating children ages birth to 18 with challenges such as behavioral problems, anxiety, attention deficit disorder, trauma, depression and loss, grief or life changes.
⑤How does the Washburn Center for Children use their donated funds: Our work is made possible by the generosity of people who believe all children deserve the chance to grow into happy, healthy adults. Your gift offers children and the community a chance to grow stronger.
To learn more about the Washburn Center for Children, please visit https://washburn.org/
Bucks County, PA // Sacramento, CA // New York, NY // Los Angeles, CA
Scottsdale, AZ // Tempe, AZ // Olympia, WA // San Diego, CA
The #therapyiscool mental health action campaign is heading to Portland, Oregon in support of community efforts to make mental health services more accessible.
Proceeds from the purchases of #therapyiscool tote bags and t-shirts during the month of November will be donated to Lines for Life.
Below is a little information provided by our friends at @wearelinesforlife :
① Name of the organization: Lines for Life
② Founded in: 1995
③ Services provided: a) 24-hour crisis lines offer help and hope to individuals and their loved ones when in crisis or when needing confidential help for drug addiction, alcohol abuse, thoughts of suicide, and other mental health issues. b) Prevention services through education and training programs to promote mental health and wellness in communities throughout Oregon. C) We work locally and nationally to shape the policies that impact our mission. We work with legislators and community partners to create sustainable, positive changes in the way organizations and communities respond to substance abuse, suicide, mental wellness, and crisis.
④ Population served: Our highly trained staff and volunteers provide immediate assistance, compassionate support, and resource referrals that can put people on a path to healing through our crisis lines. We have specialized crisis lines depending on the presenting concern that includes Suicide Lifeline, Alcohol & Drug Helpline, Military Helpline, Senior Loneliness Line and Youthline.
⑤How does Lines for Life use their donated funds: Every dollar helps us work toward our goal of providing help and hope for those who need it the most.
To learn more about the Lines for Life, please visit https://www.linesforlife.org
San Juan, Puerto Rico // New York, NY // Rehoboth Beach, DE // Ottawa, Canada
Asheville, NC // Atlanta, GA // Euless, TX // Rancho Palos Verdes Estates, CA
The #therapyiscool mental health action campaign is heading to Houston, Texas in support of community efforts to make mental health services more accessible.
Proceeds from the purchases of #therapyiscool tote bags and t-shirts during the month of October will be donated to re:MIND (formerly known as Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Greater Houston).
Below is a little information provided by our friends at the re:MIND (Re:MIND Depression and Bipolar Support):
① Name of the organization: re:MIND Depression and Bipolar Support
② Founded in: 2004
③ Services provided: re:MIND is the only organization in the Houston area that provides free support groups for depression and bipolar disorder facilitated by licensed mental health professionals.
④ Population served: Our support groups help anyone in the greater Houston area who is trying to understand these two difficult mental disorders so they can better assist their loved ones or themselves on a path to wellness. re:MIND support groups have both adolescent and adult groups that are facilitated by trained facilitators who are professionally supervised by licensed mental health professionals.
⑤How does re:MIND use their donated funds: We are solely supported by the generosity of individuals, foundations and corporate donors. We do not receive any funds from DBSA National or government institutions.
To learn more about the re:MIND, please visit https://www.remindsupport.org/
Richmond, VA // Oakland, CA // Miami, FL // Los Angeles, CA
Raleigh, NC // Holly Springs, NC // Mesa, AZ // San Francisco, CA
The #therapyiscool mental health action campaign is heading back to New York City in support of community efforts to make crisis mental health services more accessible.
In honor of September being National Suicide Prevention Month, proceeds from the purchases of #therapyiscool tote bags and t-shirts during the month of September will be donated to the Crisis Text Line.
Below is a little information provided by our friends at the Crisis Text Line:
① Name of the organization: Crisis Text Line
② Founded in: 2013
③ Services provided: Crisis Text Line is free, 24/7 support for those in crisis. Text 741741 from anywhere in the US to text with a trained Crisis Counselor. Crisis Text Line also trains volunteers to support people in crisis.
④ Population served: Anyone can text 741741 when in crisis, available 24/7 in the United States. Crisis Text Line is also now available in Canada and United Kingdom.
⑤How does the Crisis Text Line use their donated funds: Supporting our Crisis Counselor community with better products and more emotional support. Integrating with tech companies to provide support to users inside things like After School, YouTube, and Facebook Messenger. White labeling our service for other orgs and locations-- providing a free text service for the National Eating Disorder Association and cities like Newark and Atlanta.
To learn more about the Crisis Text Line, please visit https://www.crisistextline.org/
Bakersfield, CA // Chesapeake, VA // Las Vegas, NV // Languedoc-Roussillon, France
Phoenix, AZ // Indian River, MI // Carmel Valley, CA // San Diego, CA
San Francisco, CA // Toronto, Ontario // Santa Monica, CA // New York, NY
Baltimore, MA // New York, NY // Portland, OR // Bakersfield, CA
The #therapyiscool mental health action campaign is taking up shop in Newton, Massachusetts in support of community efforts to make mental health treatment more accessible.
Proceeds from the purchases of #therapyiscool tote bags and t-shirts during the month of August will be donated to the Multi-Service Eating Disorders Association.
Below is a little information provided by our friends at the MEDA (Multi-Service Eating Disorders Association) :
① Name of the organization: Multi-Service Eating Disorders Association (MEDA)
② Founded in: 1994
③ Services provided: MEDA offers outpatient clinical services for individuals in recovery from an eating disorder as well as support services for family members and loved ones.
④ Population served: Our mission is to HEAL, EDUCATE and EMPOWER our community to support the people, families and other community members impacted by eating disorders, to stop the spread of eating disorders through education and early detection, and to promote greater acceptance of all body types. We envision a community without eating disorders that promotes a positive body culture.
⑤How does MEDA use their donated funds: Donations go to healing services directly to those struggling and their loved ones as well as educational efforts to the public on eating disorders and body image issues.
To learn more about Multi-Service Eating Disorders Association, please visit https://www.medainc.org/
Santa Monica, CA // Harlingen, TX // New York, NY // Houston, TX
Tallahassee, FL // Long Island, NY // San Diego, CA // Fairfax, VA
Los Angeles, CA // Farmland, IN // Warren, MI // West Hartford, CT
The #therapyiscool mental health action campaign is taking up shop in Washington D.C. in support of community efforts to make mental health treatment more accessible.
Proceeds from the purchases of #therapyiscool tote bags and t-shirts during the month of July will be donated to the Whitman-Walker Health.
Below is a little information provided by our friends at the Whitman-Walker Health:
① Name of the organization: Whitman-Walker Health (WWH)
② Founded in: 1978
③ Services provided: Our Behavioral Health programs include peer support, substance use services, mental health, and psychiatry. We offer services to both adults and youth. Individual and group therapy options are offered.
④ Population served: Whitman-Walker Health offers affirming community-based health and wellness services to all with a special expertise in LGBTQ and HIV care. We empower all persons to live healthy, love openly, and achieve equality and inclusion.
⑤How does the Whitman-Walker Health use their donated funds: Donations allow us to provide high-quality, compassionate care for all members of our community, regardless of their ability to pay. Your support helps ensure that we continue to be a place where the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and queer communities, as well to those living with or affected by HIV feel supported, welcomed and respected.
To learn more about Whitman-Walker Health, please visit https://www.whitman-walker.org/
Boise, ID // Houston, TX // Milan, Italy // Indian River, MI
Oshawa, Ontario // New Market, MD // Princeton, NJ // West Hollywood, CA
Languedoc-Roussillon, France // Orlando, FL // Patagonia, Argentina // Houston, TX
The #therapyiscool mental health action campaign is taking a trip to Santa Clara, CA in support of community efforts to make mental health treatment more accessible.
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Proceeds from the purchases of #therapyiscool tote bags and t-shirts during the month of June will be donated to the Bill Wilson Center.
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Below is a little information provided by our friends at the Bill Wilson Center:
① Name of the organization: Bill Wilson Center
② Founded in: 1973
③ Services provided: Bill Wilson Center's Youth and Family Mental Health Services provide individual therapy, rehabilitation counseling, collateral services, group therapy/counseling and case management services.
④ Population served: Bill Wilson Center serves more than 35,000 clients annually through its counseling and housing programs, crisis hotlines and street outreach in Santa Clara county.
⑤How does the Bill Wilson Center use their donated funds: Contributions help continue to provide free and low cost mental health care to those in need.
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To learn more about Bill Wilson Center, please visit https://www.billwilsoncenter.org
The #therapyiscool mental health action campaign is being featured in the June 2019 Issue of Women’s Health Magazine now available in stores!
Thank you Women's Health for publishing this piece and helping break the stigma that surrounds mental health. Thank you for highlighting the fact that mental health IS health, in a society that all too often narrowingly defines health as a physical or medical state.
Thank you to each and every one of you who continuously supports the #therapyiscool mental health action campaign!
Together, we have the power to change the conversation around mental health! And guess what, it is changing before our very eyes!
Delaware // Reston, VA // Whittier, CA // Palos Verdes Estates, CA
Los Angeles, CA // Manhattan, NY // Alpharetta, GA // Arlington, TX
The #therapyiscool mental health action campaign is taking a trip to Bethesda, MD in support of community efforts to make mental health treatment more accessible nationwide through the use of both in-person and teletherapy.
Proceeds from the purchases of #therapyiscool tote bags during the month of May will be donated to Give an Hour.
Below is a little information provided by our friends at Give an Hour :
① Name of the organization: Give an Hour
② Founded in: 2005
③ Services provided: Give an Hour provides free mental health care to active duty, National Guard and Reserve service members, veterans, and their families. Equipped with nearly 7,000 mental health professionals who have volunteered, Give an Hour has given more than 250,000 hours of care valued at over $25M.
④ Population served: In addition to providing free mental health care to active duty, National Guard and Reserve service members, veterans, and their families, Give an Hour offers support to at-risk teens, survivors of natural disasters and survivors of gun violence.
⑤How does Give an Hour use their donated funds: Contributions help Give an Hour continue to provide free mental health care to those in need.
To learn more about Give an Hour, please visithttps://giveanhour.org/
Arlington, VA // Jacksonville, FL // Somerville, MA // Rochester, NY
Detroit, MI // Woodbridge, CT // Woodland Hills, CA // Los Angeles, CA
Salem, OR // Grand Junction, CO // Los Angeles, CA // Rome, Italy
The #therapyiscool mental health action campaign is taking a trip to Philadelphia,PA in support of community efforts to make mental health treatment more accessible for families.
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Proceeds from the purchases of #therapyiscool tote bags during the month of April will be donated to Center for Families and Relationships.
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Below is a little information provided by our friends at Center for Families and Relationships :
① Name of the organization: Center for Families and Relationships
② Founded in: 1994
③ Services provided: CFAR is a not-for-profit community counseling center, located in Northeast Philadelphia, serving the needs of individuals, couples, families and children. CFAR is the only non-profit agency in Philadelphia in which our entire clinical staff is trained/certified in Marriage & Family Therapy. CFAR provides Individual, family, group, couples, and art therapy.
④ Population served: CFAR serves the needs of individuals, couples, families and children.
⑤How does Center for Families and Relationships use their donated funds: CFAR solely relies on grants and outside funds to keep the organization going.
To learn more about Center for Families and Relationships, please visit https://www.cfarcounseling.org
Santa Cruz, CA // Cleveland, OH // Catonsville, MD // Carmel, CA
Orange, CA // Reston, VA // Shelton, CT // Marion, VA
San Diego, CA // Pasadena, CA // Newcastle upon Tyne, England // Harvard, MA
Granite Bay, CA // London, England // Orange County, CA // Chicago, IL
The #therapyiscool mental health action campaign is taking a trip to Chicago, IL in support of community efforts to make mental health treatment more accessible for people with mental illnesses and substance use disorders.
Proceeds from the purchases of #therapyiscool tote bags during the month of March will be donated to Thresholds.
Below is a little information provided by our friends at Thresholds :
① Name of the organization: Thresholds
② Founded in: 1959
③ Services provided: Thresholds provides a comprehensive array of clinical services for people with severe mental illness. Our members have access to case management, psychiatric care, group and individual therapy, as well as the evidence-based practices of Wellness Management and Recovery and Integrated Dual Disorders Treatment. Members have access to support networks that include social workers, case managers, psychiatrists, therapists, and nurse practitioners, creating a holistic approach to recovery not available with most community mental health providers.
④ Population served: Thresholds offers clinical, housing, outreach, education, and employment services to numerous special populations, including veterans, the deaf and hard-of-hearing community, those re-entering society after incarceration, and new mothers and youth. In addition, Thresholds offers peer-to-peer services, teaming professionals who are in recovery themselves with other Thresholds members.
⑤How does Thresholds use their donated funds: Donations go to support Thresholds 30 programs at more than 100 locations throughout Chicago, the adjacent suburbs, and nine surrounding counties.
To learn more about Thresholds, please visit http://www.thresholds.org/
Phoenix, AZ // Las Vegas, NV // Los Angeles, CA // Rome, Italy
Walnut Creek, CA // Beaumont, CA // Toronto, Ontario // Orlando, FL
The #therapyiscool mental health action campaign is taking a trip to Miami, FL in support of community efforts to make mental health treatment more accessible to children who are victims of sexual abuse.
Proceeds from the purchases of #therapyiscool tote bags during the month of February will be donated to Kristi House Child Advocacy Center (Kristi House).
Below is a little information provided by our friends at Kristi House :
① Name of the organization: Kristi House Child Advocacy Center
② Founded in: 1995
③ Services provided: Kristi House is comprised of seven partner agencies involved in meeting the legal, medical and emotional needs of child victims of sexual abuse and sex trafficking. Kristi House is one of a very few agencies in Miami-Dade County providing specialized mental health services for child sexual abuse regardless of families’ ability to pay. Because untreated child sexual abuse often manifests itself in health, sexual and social problems throughout life, it is vitally important that Kristi House provides sexually abused children with mental health services.
④ Population served: : Kristi House serves sexually abused children by providing a community resource, a treatment center and a bridge to law enforcement. Kristi House coordinates all the services a victim and his/her family will need for the healing process.
⑤How does Kristi House use their donated funds: Donations from individuals and community groups will ensure that Kristi House and its Orlowitz-Lee Children’s Advocacy Center will be able to continue providing quality services and programs to children in Miami-Dade County.
To learn more about Kristi House, please visit http://www.kristihouse.org
San Juan, Puerto Rico // Greenville, NC // Marion, VA // Los Angeles, CA
Chicago, IL // Manchester, NH // Toronto, Ontario // Albany, NY
Kansas City, MO // Los Angeles, CA // Louisville, KY // San Francisco, CA
Today is a BIG day here for the #therapyiscool mental health action campaign.
Our founder Dr. Christina Iglesia was interviewed as part of a series titled “Mental Health Champions” published by Thrive Global.
We genuinely and sincerely appreciate each and every person that has participated in the #therapyiscool mental health action campaign. This mental health action campaign only works if there are in the world who want to take a stance against mental health stigma.
Below is the link to the article:
https://thriveglobal.com/stories/i-believe-that-it-starts-with-the-individual-with-people-learning-more-about-mental-health-conditions-so-that-we-can-better-help-and-support-others-with-bianca-l-rodriguez-and-dr/
Playa Vista, CA // Westchester, NY // San Diego, CA // San Antonio, TX
We are kicking off 2019 with a trip to New York City in support of community efforts to make mental health treatment more accessible to post 9/11 veterans.
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Proceeds from the purchases of #therapyiscool tote bags during the month of January will be donated to The Headstrong Project (Headstrong).
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Below is a little information provided by our friends at Headstrong Project :
Name of the organization: The Headstrong Project (Headstrong)
Founded in: 2012
Services provided: In partnership with Weill Cornell Medical College, Headstrong provides a comprehensive treatment program for post 9/11 Veterans dealing with PTSD, addiction, anxiety and depression, trauma, grief and loss, and anger management.
Population served: Offers free and confidential treatment for post-9/11 military veterans.
How does Headstrong use their donated funds: All donations allow Headstrong to provide cost-free, bureaucracy-free, stigma free mental healthcare to veterans.
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To learn more about Headstrong, please visit: http://getheadstrong.org
Fairfax, VA // Harlingen, TX // Lyford, TX // Glassboro, NJ
✨THANK YOU✨
Today marks the first day of 2019, with a reflection of 2018.
In 2018, Dr. Christina Iglesia launched the #therapyiscool mental health action campaign with the desire to raise awareness and combat mental health stigma.
In less than 12 weeks, we have shipped #therapyiscool totes to:
⋆173 CITIES
⋆44 STATES
⋆10 COUNTRIES
Thank YOU for joining a community dedicated to raising awareness around mental health. Thank YOU for taking action to end mental health stigma. Thank YOU for making mental health services more accessible.
Please comment below if you have participated in the #therapyiscool mental health action campaign so we can THANK YOU personally!
#therapyiscool mental health action campaign is READY for 2019. 🙌
Atlanta, GA // Philadelphia, PA // Woodcliff Lake, NJ // Des Moines, IA
Sacramento, CA // Turin, Italy // Los Angeles, CA // New Jersey
San Francisco, CA // Des Moines, IA // Los Angeles, CA // Baltimore, MD
Newport Beach, CA // Philadelphia, PA // Knoxville, TN // Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
We are unbelievably honored to be featured on the An Acquired Taste Podcast!!! Thank you ladies for being awesome mental health advocates!
♥ Click here to listen to the podcast, https://audioboom.com/…/7108917-you-re-smart-but-i-m-drunk-…
➙ #therapyiscool mental health action campaign is discussed at the 55 minute mark.
This morning, our founder Dr. Christina Iglesia presented the clinical director of Alameda Family Services with a check from the money raised during the month of October’s sales of #therapyiscool totes.
In just the first 3 weeks of the #therapyiscool mental health action campaign (10/10-10/31), we raised $1,200! This donation will allow for dozens of people in the San Francisco Bay Area to receive treatment services at low to no cost!
Thank YOU for supporting the #therapyiscool mental health action campaign. ♥️
We are closing out 2018 with a trip to Los Angeles in support of community efforts to make mental health treatment more accessible! ✈️
Proceeds from the purchases of #therapyiscool tote bags during the month of December will be donated to the Wright Institute Los Angeles (WILA)!
Below is a little information provided by our friends at WILA:
① Name of the organization: Wright Institute Los Angeles (WILA)
② Founded in: 1974
③ Services provided: Individual, couple and family therapy at an affordable price. Low-fee groups for female survivors of sexual assault, and a FREE support group for those who have experienced harassment, assault, discrimination in the work place.
④ Population served: WILA serves the diverse communities of Los Angeles by providing affordable, high-quality psychotherapy services while training the next generation of socially conscious mental health professionals. We are at the forefront of a therapy movement, changing the ways people are treated when they need help but are held back by financial, cultural and systemic barriers.
⑤ How does WILA plan to use their donated funds: 1) 1 in 6 Californians face mental health issues. Less than half receive treatment. Ensure that help is available for a young woman crippled by anxiety and perfectionism or an elderly man grieving his wife. 2) In addition, we train culturally sensitive, socially conscious therapists. Sponsor vital seminars on working with minorities, LGBTQ individuals, and the most vulnerable members of our community. 3) Our student therapists make great sacrifices to continue post-doctoral training 1-3 years longer than average. Support their commitment with scholarship funds.
To learn more about WILA, please visit https://wila.org/ ⬅️
Orlando, FL // Parkville, MD // Chicago, IL // New Haven, CT
Thank you @writerswithmentalillness for featuring the #therapyiscool mental health action campaign on your holiday list! 🎁
What an amazing way to support each other in the mental health community. From books to handmade jewelry, this list of gifts has something for every person on your list!
Full article is available at https://survivalisatalent.com/…/mental-health-christmas-gi…/ ⬅️
Vienna, Austria // London, Ontario // Austin, TX // Alexandria, VA
Virginia Beach, VA // Port of Haifa, Israel // Boston, MA // Spokane, WA
🍁 NOVEMBER 🍁
Today is the LAST day of month, meaning that the #therapyiscool mental health action campaign is back on the road for the month of December.
To guarantee your $ is going to mental health services for the community of Delaware (Survivors of Abuse in Recovery), be sure to purchase your #therapyiscool tote prior to midnight (PST) on the 30th.
Hint on our next location: We are taking a plane west ✈️
San Francisco, CA // Valencia, Spain // San Diego, CA // Indianapolis, IN
New Jersey // Brooklyn, NY // Minneapolis, MN // Los Angeles, CA
#therapyiscool Mental Health Action Campaign is taking a trip to the East Coast, Delaware to be exact. ✈️
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Proceeds from the purchases of #therapyiscool tote bags during the month of November will be donated to Survivors of Abuse in Recovery, Inc. (SOAR)!
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Below is a little information provided by our friends at SOAR:
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① Name of the organization: Survivors of Abuse in Recovery, Inc. (SOAR)
② Founded in: 1992
③ Services provided: SOAR's recovery services include individual, family and group psychotherapy services designed to help victims of all ages recover from the sex crimes that have been committed against them.
④ Population served: Victims of sexual abuse and their families with professional psychotherapy services regardless of their ability to pay.
⑤ How does SOAR use their donated funds: 65% of SOAR’s clients need financial assistance for treatment, so funds go to covering copays, group therapy, family therapy, individual therapy and trauma group program.
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To learn more about SOAR , please visit https://www.survivorsofabuse.org
Denver, CO // Maybrook, NY // Las Vegas, NV // Los Angeles, CA
Woodland Hills, CA // Raleigh, NC // New York, NY // Granite Bay, CA
Today marks 1 month since the launch of the #therapyiscool mental health action campaign. Above are some of the awesome cities #therapyiscool totes have been shipped to! 🎊🎉✨
We are beyond grateful for everyone who has participated in this campaign! From the people who were first in line to purchase a #therapyiscool tote to the public figures who graciously donated their time to raise awareness and combat mental health stigma. To the people who purchased a tote or two to the people who mentioned this campaign to a friend or family member. We appreciate you ALL. ♥️
Our excitement is for the future. For the future of this campaign as well as for our future generations. We truly believe that together we can change the conversation about mental health, removing the stigma that is deeply ingrained in our society. 🗣
This campaign is ready for month #2. 🙌
San Francisco, CA // Granite Bay, CA // Dearborn, MI // Munich, Germany
Oakland, CA // Poughkeepsie, NY // Mojave Desert, NV // Valparaiso, IN
Wilmington, DE // Phoenix, AZ // Visalia, CA // Boise, ID
Reno, NV // Portland, OR // Valparaiso, IN // California Highway Patrol, CA
👻 OCTOBER 🎃
Tomorrow is the LAST day of month, meaning that the #therapyiscool mental health action campaign is hitting the road for the month of November.
To guarantee your $ is going to the SF Bay Area community (Alameda Family Services), be sure to purchase your #therapyiscool tote prior to midnight (PST) on the 31st.
Hint on our next location: We are not heading west 🌊 😉 🚘
We are officially 2 weeks in, with some awesome new places to add to our list! ❤
Thank you Becks from @journey_to_wellness for capturing the essence of the #therapyiscool Mental Health Action Campaign.
Franklin, TN // Denver, CO // Carmel, CA // Roseville, CA
Did you know that our #therapyiscool totes ship internationally? Here are some of the awesome places we have sent #therapyiscool totes to:
England ✔
Canada ✔
Spain ✔
Israel ✔
Germany✔
Netherlands ✔
New Zealand ✔
We can’t wait to add more places to our list!
Playa Vista, CA // Newark, NJ // Miami, FL // Hermosa Beach, CA
Edmonton, Alberta // Avila Beach, CA // Manteca, CA // Maryville, TN
Menlo Park, CA // New York, NY // Los Angeles, CA // Las Vegas, NV
Proceeds from the purchases of #therapyiscool tote bags during the month of October will be donated to Alameda Family Services!
Below is a little information provided by our friends at Alameda Family Services:
① Name of the organization: Alameda Family Services
② Founded in: 1969
③ Services provided:
· Counseling for children, youth, families, adults, and couples
· Psychological assessment
· Anger management group
· Both clinic and community-based counseling
· Sliding-scale fees and Medi-cal accepted
④ Population served: Birth to senior in a diverse community (Socio-economic status, race, ethnicity, gender)
⑤ How do you plan to use the donated funds:
· Outreach and therapy materials to better serve the community
· Psychological assessment testing materials
· Behavioral Health Care Services so that low-cost services may continue to be offered.
To learn more about Alameda Family Services, please visit www.alamedafs.org
#therapyiscool totes have been shipped and people are turning to social media to post their pictures, letting the world know that that they are ACTIVELY fighting against mental health stigma!
San Francisco, CA // New York, NY // Boise, ID // Mattituck, NY
48 Hours in and totes have been shipped out!!!
We are UP and RUNNING! This website went live on October 10th, in honor of World Mental Health Day. We are overcome with gratitude for all of the love and support we have received in just the first 48 hours ❤
