The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD Transforming Lives in Harris County for over 50 years. Account not monitored 24/7.

The Harris Center is the state-designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas. Our vision is to empower people with behavioral health and IDD needs to improve their lives through an accessible, integrated and comprehensive recovery-oriented system of care.

Today is International Survivors of Su***de Loss Day - a day of remembrance, connection, and compassion.To everyone who ...
11/22/2025

Today is International Survivors of Su***de Loss Day - a day of remembrance, connection, and compassion.

To everyone who has lost someone to su***de, we hold you in our hearts.

At The Harris Center, we know those first hours and days after a loss can feel overwhelming. That’s why we created the After a Su***de Loss Toolkit. It is designed specifically to support those who have experienced a loss within those first few days.

The Harris Center is working with faith leaders from across Harris County to get these toolkits in to the hands of grieving families, as faith leaders are often among the first to walk alongside families in need of support.

If your faith community would like more information or to partner with us, we’re here to help.
Request a print version of the toolkit here: bit.ly/4nZkzuk
Contact us with any other questions at: CommunityEngagement (at) TheHarrisCenter.org

Nuestro compañero Juan Rios, Program Manager de la iniciativa Zero Su***de, habló con Univision sobre la salud mental de...
11/18/2025

Nuestro compañero Juan Rios, Program Manager de la iniciativa Zero Su***de, habló con Univision sobre la salud mental de los hombres y las barreras que muchos enfrentan al buscar ayuda o expresarse abiertamente. Agradecemos su compromiso en crear conversaciones más seguras, abiertas y accesibles para nuestra comunidad.

Mira: https://ow.ly/NVey50XtbBB

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Our colleague Juan Rios, Program Manager for the Zero Su***de Initiative, spoke with Univision about men’s mental health and the barriers many face when seeking support or speaking openly. We are grateful for his dedication to creating safer, more open, and more accessible conversations in our community.

11/17/2025

How can crisis counselors effectively support Native callers, texters, and chatters? Our free online course answers that question and more! Click the link to take the course today: https://ow.ly/49s850XpnRk


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In 2022, LivingWorks safeTALK trained over 74,000 people — preventing more than 8,000 su***de attempts worldwide.Now, it...
11/17/2025

In 2022, LivingWorks safeTALK trained over 74,000 people — preventing more than 8,000 su***de attempts worldwide.

Now, it’s your turn to learn how to save lives.

Join The Harris Center on December 10 for this free half-day training that teaches you to spot the signs of suicidal thoughts, ask directly, and connect someone to help.

Register: https://ow.ly/ZMjc50Xm8L9

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11/14/2025

The annual Blueprint Holiday Market is coming up soon! The Blueprint is a holiday market featuring neurodivergent artists with autism and IDD, and this year has a RECORD number of vendors who will be selling their handmade goods. One of our featured artists this year is Andrew Cork, a photographer with an eye for finding the beauty in seemingly ordinary moments.

In Andrew's words, "I am drawn to natural light, candid moments, and the honest atmosphere of my surroundings. Whether I'm photographing urban environments or tranquil landscapes, I strive to evoke a sense of intimacy and reflection in every frame. I believe that photography is not just about documenting reality but about interpreting it—revealing stories that are both deeply personal and universally relatable. My creative process involves a careful balance of observation and intuition, allowing each scene to guide the direction of my work."

Find Andrew's work and more at The Blueprint Holiday Market on December 3rd, from 10AM-2PM at our 9401 Southwest Fwy location.

11/12/2025

Yesterday, we came together for the 4th Annual Transforming Lives Luncheon to honor the extraordinary impact of Lily Chen Foster and to celebrate the power of community in transforming lives.

Thanks to the generosity of our incredible supporters, this year’s luncheon raised a record-breaking amount for The Harris Center Foundation, fueling vital programs and grants that allow The Harris Center to continue providing life-changing mental health and IDD services.

A heartfelt thank you to our Luncheon Chair Y. Ping Sun, Co-Chairs Muffet Blake, Theresa Chang, Anne Chao, Regina Rogers and Diana Strassman, Program Chair Robert Eury, and Foundation Executive Director Stephanie Cunningham for their outstanding leadership in making this event so impactful and successful. We also extend our gratitude to our fantastic emcee Shern-Min Chow KHOU and to our special guest James, who shared his journey of recovery and hope in video testimony.

Together, we are transforming lives throughout Harris County and beyond.

Watch the highlights from this unforgettable afternoon!

Nuestro compañero Pitagoras Miranda, veterano y LPHA de nuestra agencia, habló con Univision Houston sobre los recursos ...
11/12/2025

Nuestro compañero Pitagoras Miranda, veterano y LPHA de nuestra agencia, habló con Univision Houston sobre los recursos y servicios de salud mental disponibles para los veteranos en nuestra comunidad. Agradecemos su dedicación, tanto a su país como a los veteranos a quienes servimos cada día.

Mira: https://ow.ly/sLz350Xqyob

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LPHA and proud veteran from our agency, Pitagoras Miranda, spoke with Univision Houston about the mental health resources and support available for veterans in our community. We’re grateful for his dedication—both to his country and to the veterans we serve every day.

11/11/2025

Thank you to our Veteran Peer Cornel Sims Jr. and Master Level Clinician Tiarra Mitchell for speaking with KHOU this morning in recognition of ! If you are interested in The Harris Center's programs and services, please call our Access Line at 713-970-7000.

On this Veterans Day, we honor the brave men and women who have served our nation with strength and selflessness. Your s...
11/11/2025

On this Veterans Day, we honor the brave men and women who have served our nation with strength and selflessness. Your service and sacrifice inspire us every day.

At The Harris Center, we are grateful to work with and support veterans throughout our community. Today and always, we thank you for your dedication and courage.

Red, White, and You Hiring Event:Veterans, transitioning service members, their families, and other qualified job candid...
11/05/2025

Red, White, and You Hiring Event:
Veterans, transitioning service members, their families, and other qualified job candidates are invited to join Workforce Solutions on Monday, November 10, 2025 to meet with over 100 local employers and Veterans Service Organizations with a variety of open positions.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/50wR50Xm9tp

You never know when someone might need your help — a coworker, friend, or neighbor.Join LivingWorks safeTALK with The Ha...
11/04/2025

You never know when someone might need your help — a coworker, friend, or neighbor.

Join LivingWorks safeTALK with The Harris Center on Dec 10 and learn how to recognize warning signs, talk openly about su***de, and connect others to safety.

Two sessions available | 9401 SW Freeway Houston TX 77074

Register here: https://ow.ly/oa5i50Xm8x2

💬 Be the difference that saves a life.

Thank you to the Texas Judicial Commission on Mental Health for visiting our Judge Ed Emmett Mental Health Jail Diversio...
10/29/2025

Thank you to the Texas Judicial Commission on Mental Health for visiting our Judge Ed Emmett Mental Health Jail Diversion Center! We appreciate the opportunity to share how our teams are working together to connect people in crisis with the care they need.

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