Seacoast Mental Health Center

03/20/2026

Happy First Day of Spring 🍃

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, help is always available. If you are in New Hampshire, please call the NH Rapid Response Access Point at 833-710-6477. The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is also available to call or text 24/7.

📸: Wonder Doodles

💛wishing you all a great day! Full of beautiful things.

03/19/2026

📢 Save the Date

A Community Discussion with Portsmouth Mental Health Alliance and NH Listens 🗣️

🗓️Friday, May 15th from 9 to 11:30am
📍Community Campus

➡️ The event is free but registration is encouraged to help with planning.

Learn more and RSVP at:
🔗 https://shorturl.at/miOGj

⭐️ Formed in 2025, The Portsmouth Mental Health Alliance is a collaborative work group of area stakeholders dedicated to advancing community wellbeing related to mental health and substance use/addiction.

03/18/2026

Join the New Hampshire Theatre Project tonight at 5:30pm for the film premiere of Our Kids Are NOT Alright, by Tim Barretto.

Following the screening, there will be a panel discussion featuring Jodie Lubarsky, Vice President of Clinical Operations for Youth and Family Services.

The event is free but registration is encouraged.
🔗https://shorturl.at/T7Ged

New Hampshire Theatre Project’s 2025-2026 Elephant-in-the-Room Series® presents the film premiere of:
Our Kids Are NOT Alright
by Tim Barretto

TONIGHT
Wednesday, March 18 - 5:30 pm
In collaboration with Seacoast Mental Health Center
FREE ADMISSION WITH REGISTRATION
REGISTER AT: https://portsmouthnh.ticketsauce.com/e/our-kids-are-not-alright-an-elephant-in-the-room-s

NHTP’s Elephant-in-the-Room Series® program on Youth Mental Health presents audiences with the reality that, in today’s world, our children are suffering from anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts to a degree never seen before in previous generations. In developing this script, playwright Tim Barretto reached out to numerous organizations in New Hampshire that focus on Youth Mental Health. The clear consensus is that our children today, especially adolescents, are dealing with an unprecedented level of anxiety, depression, su***de and self-harm, and we need to be more knowledgeable and proactive in how we address this issue.

Our Kids Are NOT Alright is designed specifically for parents, or parents together with their children ages 10 and up. Admission is free, but registration is strongly suggested.

The film premiere of Our Kids Are NOT Alright will be followed by a community discussion with Jodie Lubarsky, LCMHC, Vice President of Clinical Operations/Youth and Family Services at Seacoast Mental Health Center.

“Research consistently shows that one of the most effective ways to protect young people is by educating trusted adults and peers to recognize the warning signs of mental health challenges and suicidal ideation. NHTP’s Elephant in the Room Series® addresses these critical issues in a creative and impactful way. Their thoughtful approach fosters community awareness by combining powerful storytelling with facilitated discussions led by subject matter experts, encouraging informed dialogue around difficult topics.” - Connor’s Climb Foundation
“Our Kids Are NOT Alright has deep potential to spark critical conversations around the mental health challenges facing young people today. The Elephant-in-the-Room Series® has a proven track record of addressing difficult topics with honesty, artistry, and compassion. Qualities that are urgently needed in today’s landscape. Projects like this help reduce stigma, increase empathy, and offer pathways to healing.” - South Central NH Public Health Network

SPONSORED BY:
Elliott and Wendy Weiss
Jennifer Kinsey and John Bunker
Kennebunk Savings Bank

03/17/2026

World Bipolar Day is observed each year on March 30th to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote education about bipolar disorders. As we approach this year’s observance, we’ll be sharing resources to support understanding and encourage meaningful conversations.

What are Bipolar Disorders?
🔗 https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/bipolar-disorders/what-are-bipolar-disorders

Learn about bipolar disorder, including types, symptoms, and treatment options

03/16/2026

Cheese, please 🧀

Tomorrow, Tuesday, March 17th from 3-7pm, Cheese Louise on Congress St in Portsmouth is donating 10% of sales to SMHC 🍴

Help us spread the word!

03/13/2026

Have you heard that sleep can be the best medicine? 💭

Today on , we are sharing information about sleep quality and emotional reactivity from the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention.

If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, please reach out for help. Call the NH Rapid Response Access Point at 833-710-6477 or call/text 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. Crisis support is available 24/7.

03/12/2026

NH Medicaid Matters recently updated the timeline of the upcoming changes to Medicaid due to state and federal changes in the laws. The timeline will be updated as proposed changes become clearer.

Our team has recently updated this timeline of the upcoming changes to Medicaid due to state and federal changes in the laws. As timing of proposed changes become clearer, we will continue to keep this resource up to date. We encourage followers to share with their communities.

Download the timeline:https://157df3a2-4e22-4ccc-b65a-d0ae5cc86cdf.filesusr.com/ugd/07c273_1efc298965b1443f8bf2afbea7969a35.pdf

03/11/2026

📢 Applications for Fall 2026 Bachelor and Master's Level Internships are being accepted now through Tuesday, March 31st.

To learn more and apply, visit:
🔗 https://smhc-nh.org/careers/internship-program-at-smhc/

03/10/2026

With temperatures nearing 70 degrees today, we encourage you to get outside and take advantage of the sunshine 🌞

03/05/2026

Through his valiant advocacy efforts, Patrick Dowling was honored with the 2019 Erik Cogswell Memorial Award, presented annually by the Center to recognize individuals who have made outstanding contributions to improving the lives of those living with serious mental illness.

Hear more of Patrick’s story at NAMI New Hampshire's production of 'This Is My Brave' on the BNH Stage in Concord on May 7th🎤

Purchase tickets and learn more:
🔗 https://www.naminh.org/timb/

(Originally featured in Bradford Bridge) Hello, my name is Patrick Dowling. I live in Bradford, New Hampshire, in a transitional housing facility for individuals with mental health challenges. I have been a mental health advocate since 2018. I have spoken at the New Hampshire State House in Concord,...

03/04/2026

❤️✨👏🏼

Shared from Mental Health First Aid USA

There is no shame in starting again.

03/03/2026

Supporting Your Young Adult Employees:
A Webinar hosted by NH Young Adult Advisory Council (YAAC) and Recovery Friendly Workplace

📆Tuesday, March 24th from 12pm - 1pm

Register:
🔗https://forms.gle/kogAMLimXnSeweuL9

⭐️YAAC supports and connects all young adults (ages 18-29) living, working, and studying in NH. They advocate for equitable representation in our state and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and substance use.

Upcoming Webinar: "Supporting Your Young Adult Employees"!

Join NH’s Young Adult Advisory Council (YAAC) and Recovery Friendly Workplace on Tuesday, March 24th from 12pm - 1pm on Zoom to learn how you can best support the young adults at your workplace - and in your community - statewide. This will be a part-informational and part-conversational webinar, with ongoing support offered by connecting with the YAAC. Sign up to register here: https://forms.gle/kogAMLimXnSeweuL9 or email NHYoungAdults603@gmail.com to learn more.

YAAC supports and connects all young adults (ages 18-29) living, working, and studying in NH by providing training to promote resiliency, providing an online library with young adult specific resources, and collaborating with their peers to understand the changing needs of our population. They advocate for equitable representation in our state, for young adults by young adults, to share our stories and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and substance use. NH Young Adult Advisory Council Granite United Way NH Department of Health and Human Services