Mental Health America of the MidSouth

08/13/2025

Don't let this be you!

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August Newsletter & Subscribe
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08/01/2025

Two Powerful Trainings. One Transformational Voice.

Join Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas for back-to-back virtual webinars that will transform how you support people affected by su***de.

August 27 – Do No Harm: Ethical Considerations When Supporting Su***de Loss, Attempt, and Thought Survivors
2 Ethics CEs
10AM - 12 PM CT

August 28 – Helping People Living with Suicidal Intensity: Risk Formulation, Support, and Healing with Confidence and Compassion
7.5 CEs
8AM-5PM CT

Join one or both! - live, virtual & CE-eligible!

Our mission includes improving community mental health access. Exclusive registration discounts available for select partners. Curious if you qualify? Contact us to learn more! (Contact information on registration page)

Save your seat today! REGISTRATION
https://linktr.ee/mentalhealthamerica_midsouth

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07/17/2025

JOIN US FOR 3 CEs!

Minority Mental Health: Culturally Responsive Care in a Changing World: Identity, Access, and Advocacy

This conference equips mental health and social service professionals with practical tools to deliver culturally responsive, ethical, and effective care amid ongoing social, economic, and systemic challenges. Participants will gain insights to better support diverse communities while promoting resilience, professional integrity, and culturally aligned practices.

Date: July 24, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM CT
Location: Virtual
Cost: $45
3 Continuing Education Credits for Social Workers and Counselors

Registration & Details

This conference equips mental health and social service professionals with practical tools to deliver culturally responsive, ethical, and effective care amid ongoing social, economic, and systemic challenges. Participants will gain insights to better support diverse communities while promoting resil...

07/16/2025

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who is wearing their heart on their sleeve with their Mental Health Advocate shirts!

And an even bigger thank you to .marketing and .productions for making this brand possible!

We've got a few left in stock if you want to join the advocate crew!
https://www.readytoadvocate.com/

07/13/2025

Thank you to for supporting us today! Come buy your summer reads and 10% get donated to mental health support in our community!

Get yourself a while you’re at it 🤍

07/09/2025

This is your reminder: It's okay to not be okay.

Your friends want to help. You are not a burden, and healing happens in community. You don’t have to go through this alone. 💚

Feeling Down? Check in on yourself here.
https://screening.mhanational.org/screening-tools/depression/?ref=MHAMT

07/08/2025

**LUNCH & LEARN ALERT **

Join us for a FREE virtual QPR Gatekeeper Training this Thursday, July 10th!

This one-hour course teaches you the essential skills to recognize and respond to su***de crises. By learning to Question, Persuade, and Refer, you can make a difference in your community. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your ability to support others. Limited seats available. ***dePrevention

QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from su***de.

07/03/2025

The perfect summer book AND supporting mental health?! What more could we ask for!

Join us at The Bookshop in East Nashville on Sunday, July 13th and 10% of your purchase will be donated to Mental Health America of the MidSouth!

Can't wait to see you there!

06/23/2025

Our 2024 Annual Report is Live!
What a year. It’s been full of growth, impact, and incredible community support. We’re absolutely filled with gratitude for each of you. Check out the details in our June newsletter below!

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June Newsletter Link
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06/17/2025

From Assessment to Action: Screening and Responding to Domestic Violence in Social Work Practice

Join us for a powerful and informative webinar that explores the deep connection between domestic violence and mental health. Learn how to recognize the signs, support survivors with trauma-informed care, and navigate the ethical challenges professionals face when working in these sensitive situations.

Date: June 26, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CT
Location: Virtual
Cost: $20
1 Continuing Education Credit for Social Workers and Counselors
Registration Link:
https://learning.mhamidsouth.org/course/dvaction

This training will help you:
✔️ Identify the many forms of abuse
✔️ Apply trauma-informed, culturally responsive practices
✔️ Plan for safety and make ethical referrals
✔️ Understand the link between DV and PTSD, depression, anxiety, and TBI

Secure your spot today — because informed, compassionate care can change lives.!