Mental Health America of Greater Houston

Mental Health America of Greater Houston's President & CEO, Renae Vania Tomczak had the honor of speaking at Greater Houston Partnership's forum on mental health awareness. Some key takeaways included: -Expanding education around mental health is essential in preventing mental illness and reducing stigma. -Mental wellness is a collective responsibility within organizations. By implementing thoughtful wellness programs and training leaders in emotional intelligence, companies can create a healthier and more productive environment to support employees' success and retention.? -Telehealth has emerged as a powerful tool, lowering barriers to mental health care and making treatment more accessible to those who need it. Thank you, Greater Houston Partnership for highlighting the importance of mental health.

?? Apply by December 1, 2024, to join the next cohort! Grow your career in behavioral health by completing the Behavioral Health Consultant Certificate Course. As a crucial part of the primary care team, behavioral health consultants are increasingly in demand. Encouraging whole-person care, the role of the behavioral health consultant serves as a proactive and preventative means, fostering early intervention and detection. Their role is vital in making integrated health care the standard delivery of care, not the exception. Graduates of this course will be able to apply the knowledge and skillset learned to treat and manage mental, behavioral, and physical health conditions common in primary care. Follow the link to apply today -->https://lnkd.in/gBmK6K9P

We are grateful for?TPC Group's generous support of our Veterans Behavioral Health Program. Since 2014, TPC Group has donated $148,926 toward our Veterans Program. Thanks to their investment, Veterans have greater access to mental health resources and support.

Join us Thursday, October 24 at 11 a.m. for our October Collaborative Meeting! This meeting will highlight Houston programs working to address youth substance use & misuse including: The Council on Recovery, Menninger Clinic, and MHAGH’s own Policy Fellow to contribute a lived experience perspective. We will host a Q&A style panel discussion around best practices and recommendations for youth-serving professionals when addressing youth substance use. Additionally, each meeting provides opportunities for you to share your organizational announcements and connect with other schools, providers, and child-serving organizations. Please, invite your network! Register here --> https://bit.ly/4hcKCfB

Join us this Thursday for the first Collaborative Meeting of the school year! In this meeting, we will hear about TCHATT from Senior Project Manager, Meaghan Cowles, LCSW-S, as well as CPAN from Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Program Director, Taiwo Babatope, MD, MPH, MBA from UTHealth. Register here ---> https://bit.ly/4ettRub

On September 5, mental health advocates from across the region came together to discuss the pervasive issue of youth mental health. It was a meaningful day dedicated to raising awareness and support. We proudly honored Ann Friedman, PhD, from The Jung Center, with the 2024 Ima Hogg Award for her exceptional contributions to our community. A special thank you to our guest speaker, Lisa Helfman, HEB Managing Director of Public Affairs, for sharing her family’s powerful mental health journey. Your story is truly inspiring. By reducing stigma and investing in our youth's well-being, we are paving the way for a generation that is resilient, empowered, and ready to thrive. To view the event video, click on the link: https://bit.ly/3MJx6Sx

Thank you to our esteemed Vice Chair Liz Sweigart, PhD for sharing her story of lived experience. We're grateful for your service in meeting our mission to empower the community through mental health education, advocacy, and connection to care. .

Learn to identify codes for Collaborative Care Model (CoCM) model, ways to appropriately reimburse your organization based on a deeper knowledge of the rules, and identify tools/resources available for billing and coding. Register here -->?https://bit.ly/4ciCqb4

Individual tickets are now available! Join us on September 5, 2024, for this year's critically important fundraising luncheon. The Treasures of Texas Luncheon will feature guest speaker, Lisa Helfman, the Senior Director of Public Affairs Houston for H-E-B. Lisa will share a deeply personal narrative about her son’s mental health journey, a story that promises to resonate profoundly with anyone who has watched their child struggle. Follow the link to purchase your tickets today! mhahouston.org/events/tot/

The Director of Finance and Administration will plan and execute Mental Health America of Greater Houston’s fiscal management and administrative operations. This position requires a hands-on and participative strategic leader who can ensure fiscal responsibility, operational efficiency, and compliance with regulatory requirements to support the organization’s mission-driven initiatives and sustainability. Follow the link for more details and to apply --> https://lnkd.in/gbYe3jGA