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SUMMARY:Collective Healing through Art
DESCRIPTION:Collective Healing through Art: Finding Hope after Loss\n\n\n\nExperience the transformative power of creativity and community as we come together to find hope and healing through art.  \n\n\n\nJoin us for two FREE hands-on workshops with artists and mental health advocates\, Cynthia Gahan and Josh Griffin\, and connect with others who are experiencing loss in their lives and learn about resources and services that can support you or others experiencing grief. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Address / Dirección del evento \n\n\n\nSkagit Valley CollegeAngst Hall(125 & 129)2405 E College WayMount Vernon\, WA 98273 \n\n\n\nSVC Angst Campus MapGoogle Map Directions / Como llegar usando el Mapa de Google \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nScan QR code /Escanée este código QR \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUse this link to register or the QR code provided on this page. \n\n\n\nSanación Colectiva a Través del Arte: Encontrar Esperanza Después de una Pérdida\n\n\n\nEl 29 de Septiembre 2024\, de 1:30 PM a 4:00 PM (Hora de Los Angeles / Zona Pacífica) \n\n\n\nExperimente el poder transformador de la creatividad y la comunidad mientras nos reunimos para encontrar esperanza y sanación a través del arte. \n\n\n\nÚnase a nosotros en dos talleres prácticos GRATUITOS con los artistas y defensores de la salud mental Cynthia Gahan y Josh Griffin\, y conéctese con otras personas que están experimentando pérdidas en sus vidas. Obtenga información sobre los recursos y servicios que pueden ayudarlo a usted o a otras personas que atraviesan un duelo. \n\n\n\nUse este enlace para inscribirse o el código QR en ésta página. \n\n\n\nEvent Flyers / Volantes del Evento\n\n\n\n\n\nCollective Healing through ArtDownload\n\n\n\n\n\nSanación colectiva a través del arteDescargar
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/collective-healing-through-art-finding-hope-after-loss/
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SUMMARY:Summer Reunion & Renewal / Renovación y Reunión de Verano
DESCRIPTION:Calling all of our Peer Mental Health Navigators! We invite you to join us on Saturday\, August 3rd\, from 1-3:00 pm at the beautiful Brightwater Center (in Woodinville) for a FREE Yoga Flow/Mindfulness and Soundbath workshop led by one of our PMHNs\, Yiran Wang! Please register by August 1st. Please use the the flyer QR code or the registration form.  \n\n\n\nQuestions? Reach out to us at Info@MentalHealthMattersWA.com \n\n\n\n¡Llamamos a todos nuestros navegadores de salud mental! Les invitamos a unirse a nosotros el sábado 3 de agosto\, de 1 a 3:00 p. m. en el hermoso Brightwater Center (en Woodinville) para un taller GRATUITO de Yoga Flow/Mindfulness y Soundbath\, dirigido por uno de nuestras navegadoras de salud mental graduada éste año\, ¡Yiran Wang! Por favor\, regístrense antes del 1 de agosto\, utilizando el código QR del folleto o éste formulario de registro. \n\n\n\n¿Tiene preguntas? Comuníquense con nosotros a Info@MentalHealthMattersWA.com \n\n\n\n\nFoyeto en Español\n\n\n\nFlyer in English
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/summer-reunion-renewal-renovacion-y-reunion-de-verano/
LOCATION:Brightwater Center (Woodinville\, WA)\, 22505 WA-9\, Woodinville\, Washington\, 98072\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240516T180000
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SUMMARY:Come Home to Yourself
DESCRIPTION:In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander month\, Catalyst counseling is partnering with Mental Health Matters to create a warm and welcoming space for immigrants who identify as AAPIs to share their stories of identities\, family\, immigration\, and culture with each other to facilitate understanding between generations\, raise awareness of AAPI mental health\, and celebrate diversities. \n\n\n\nPlease join us for a panel discussion about culture\, family\, and identities among Asian American Pacific Islanders (AAPI) communities\, virtually via Zoom. Register now! \n\n\n\nCome-Home-To-Yourself-FlyerDownload
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/come-home-to-yourself/
CATEGORIES:AAPI,BIPOC,Events,LGBTQIA+
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SUMMARY:MINDfest 2024
DESCRIPTION:May is Mental Health Awareness month. In honor of it\, Mental Health Matters of Washington (MHM WA) presents its second annual MINDfest\, a mental health arts festival at Skagit Valley College in Mount Vernon\, WA in the Angst building. This is a FREE community event that’s open to all. The theme this year is: Caring for the Mind\, Body and Spirit. \n\n\n\nMayo es el mes de concientización sobre la salud mental. En honor a ello\, Mental Health Matters of Washington (MHM WA) presenta su segunda MINDfest anual\, un festival de salud mental y artes en Skagit Valley College en Mount Vernon\, WA\,  edificio Angst. Este es un evento comunitario GRATUITO que está abierto a todos. El tema de este año es: Cuidando la mente\, el cuerpo y el espíritu. \n\n\n\nRegister today using this form!  Regístrense hoy usando este formulario! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMINDfest provides a mix of speakers\, interactive sessions\, music\, art\, and dance. Featured speakers include a keynote from professor Michael Tuncap\,  a higher education and non-profit leader as well as youth advocate. Tuncap will speak about the intersections between mental health and well-being\, identity\, and social justice.  \n\n\n\nMINDfest ofrece una combinación de oradores\, sesiones interactivas\, música\, arte y danza. Los oradores destacados incluyen un discurso de apertura del profesor Michael Tuncap\, líder de educación superior y de organizaciones sin fines de lucro\, así como defensor de la juventud. Tuncap hablará sobre las intersecciones entre salud mental y bienestar\, identidad y justicia social. \n\n\n\nAnother featured speaker\, Dr.  Lucia Magis-Weinberg\, an Assistant Professor of Psychology and Director of the InterACT Lab at UW Seattle\, will present about the connection between mental health and social media. A Q&A session with the attendees will follow.  \n\n\n\nOtra oradora destacada\, la Dra. Lucia Magis-Weinberg\, profesora adjunta de Psicología y directora del Laboratorio InterACT en la Universidad de Washington en Seattle\, hablará sobre la conexión entre la salud mental y las redes sociales. A continuación se realizará una sesión de preguntas y respuestas con los asistentes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe have 11 x 17 posters available for download or print for this great event! \n\n\n\n\n\nMINDfest Poster (English)Download\n\n\n\n\n\nMINDNfest Poster (Español)Descargue
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/mindfest-2024/
LOCATION:Skagit Valley College\, 2405 E College Way\, Mount Vernon\, Washington\, WA 98273\, United States
CATEGORIES:BIPOC,English,Events,LGBTQIA+,MINDfest,Mindfulness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240501T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240501T193000
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SUMMARY:Leading Lifesaving Conversations: L.E.A.R.N® Skills to Help Someone Considering Suicide
DESCRIPTION:Many of us have confided in others during dark times\, and vice versa. But it can feel awkward\, if not downright frightening\, not knowing what to do when a loved one or a peer shows suicide warning signs. Mental Health Matters of Washington\, in partnership with UW Forefront Center Forefront Suicide Prevention\, and UW Bothell- UW Bothell School of Nursing and Health Studies\, is hosting a FREE\, workshop to help people L.E.A.R.N. the steps to help someone who may be contemplating taking their life. Developed by UW’s Forefront Center\, the five simple and effective L.E.A.R.N. steps empower individuals to help others move in the direction of hope\, recovery\, and survival. \n\n\n\nThe last thing many of us want to hear is that someone we know and love is considering ending their own life. The word “suicide” can be a scary word associated with much stigma. Some think that if we don’t talk about it\, it won’t happen—or\, if we talk about it\, it will put the idea in their head. However\, these  myths are false and unhelpful. Having tools to assist with conversations is an important  first step to suicide prevention.  \n\n\n\nAre you someone who knows someone struggling but do not know what to say or do?  Then join us on Wednesday\, May 1st\, 5 – 7:30 PM.  to learn more and practice skills that can help save someone’s life. Use this link to register. \n\n\n\nThis is an in-person event hosted at: \n\n\n\nSkagit Valley College (SVC)Knutzen Cardinal Center2405 E College Way\, Mount Vernon\, WA 98273Access Google map for directions Official SVC Campus Map \n\n\n\nEvent Flyers / Volantes del Evento\n\n\n\n\n\nLeading Conversations to Save Lives Flyer (English)Download\n\n\n\n\n\nLiderando Conversaciones Para Salvar Vidas (español)Download
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/leading-lifesaving-conversationsl-e-a-r-n-skills-to-help-someone-considering-suicide/
CATEGORIES:Community Training,Suicide Prevention
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240417T063000
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED – Unraveling Resistance: Break the Trauma Loop
DESCRIPTION:If you are looking to understand more about how the body and mind work integratively for healing challenges of all kinds and intensities\, including trauma\, register today using this form and join us via Zoom\, Meeting ID: 926 0248 6060. This event will be in English with live Spanish translation. \n\n\n\nFeel free to download the event flyer in English and Spanish\, linked on this page. \n\n\n\nEscape the cycle of overwhelm\, pain\, and difficulty.Discover a life of ease\, pleasure\, and emotional stability. \n\n\n\nAt this virtual round-table\,  you will learn:   \n\n\n\n\nWhy is it important for us to understand what trauma means? \n\n\n\nWhat is the “Trauma Loop”? \n\n\n\nHow can we support those who are experiencing / have experienced trauma or traumatic events?\n\n\n\nHow can we heal despite a broken system?\n\n\n\n\nPresenter\n\n\n\n\nDr. Alina Soto (they/them)  is a naturopathic physician and licensed mental health provider.  As the founder of Terra Dusa (“Earth Soul”) they aim to help guide individuals towards a greater understanding of themselves and their surroundings.With a background in clinical psychology\, neuroscience\, and naturopathic medicine\, Dr. Soto emphasizes the importance of recognizing the physical reality of emotions\, their root causes\, how these impact the body\, and why a holistic approach to mental health can help you heal \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Flyers\n\n\n\n\n\nBreaking the Trauma Loop with Dr. Soto (EN)Download\n\n\n\n\n\nRomper el Círculo Vicioso del Trauma con Dra. Soto (EP)Download
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/break-the-trauma-loop/
CATEGORIES:BIPOC,English,Events,LGBTQIA+,Spanish
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240120T140000
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CREATED:20240105T024303Z
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SUMMARY:Cocoa\, Canines\, and Connections
DESCRIPTION:We can’t wait to share you our next FREE in-person event. Join us at the Vie & Vin in Edmonds! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMark your calendars for Saturday\, January 20th\, 12:00-2:00 PM and join us for Cocoa\, Canines\, and Connections pop-up event at Vie & Vin in Edmonds. Back by popular demand\, we will have the Western Washington Dog Therapy group where you can interact\, cuddle\, and learn about the therapeutic benefits of these sweet dogs. We’ll have a photo station so can take a selfie (or ask a friend to take a photo) with them. \n\n\n\nStop by the family-friendly patio to warm up with a cup of cocoa and for those 21 and older\, you are welcomed to shop inside\, get some  mulled wine and participate in fun\, connection-inspiring activities. \n\n\n\nThanks to our gracious partners\, Brandon and Jordan of Vie & Vin\, for all of your support! We look forward to seeing you there!  \n\n\n\nMental Health Matters of Washington is a community-based\, grant-funded program sponsored by Skagit Public Health\, North Sound Accountable Communities of Health and the University of Washington Bothell.
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/cocoa-canines-and-connections/
LOCATION:Vie & Vin\, 172 Sunset Ave\, Edmonds\, Washington\, 98020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231120T080000
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CREATED:20231019T220132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T221752Z
UID:14403-1700467200-1700499600@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
SUMMARY:Regístrese para la capacitación de PMHN en español (enero 2024)
DESCRIPTION:Mande su registro para nuestra capacitación en línea de Peer Mental Health Navigator en español a partir del 7 de enero de 2024. Este programa se llevará a cabo por seis semanas e incluye cinco lecciones en línea acompañadas por sesiones semanales en vivo los domingos en la tarde (duran entre 75 y 90 minutos cada una).  \n\n\n\n\nUse este enlace o el código QR (al lado) para inscribirse antes del 20 de Noviembre. Cupo es limitado a 40 personas. \n\n\n\n\nNuestras capacitaciones en inglés y español son facilitadas por el equipo de MHM con profesionales de salud mental autorizados. Aquellos que completen la capacitación en su totalidad recibirán un certificado de finalización\, un modesto estipendio y serán elegibles para participar en eventos comunitarios de Mental Health Matters (y servir a la región en general) como Navegadores de Salud Mental.
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/enero2024-pmhn/
CATEGORIES:Community Training,Spanish
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231116T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231116T200000
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CREATED:20231102T223954Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to LGBTQ+ Communities / Introducción a las Comunidades LGBTQ+
DESCRIPTION:Aan educational talk to get to know the lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender\, and queer (LGBTQ+) communities. Join us with an open mind to learn about issues related to sexual orientation and gender identity\, and how to foster understanding\, inclusivity\, and allyship in our families and communities. Via Zoom washington.zoom.us/j/99439593214 ID: 994395932. \n\n\n\nPresenter: Shakira Cruz Roman\, MHT \n\n\n\nShakira who uses they and she pronouns\, has more than 15 years of experience as an activist\, educator\, therapist\, and advocate for LGBTQ+ people. In their work as a mental health therapist\, as well as in educational projects\, Shakira works to amplify the voices of marginalized people\, and promote diversity and inclusion in our communities. With a master’s degree in Social Work\, and a focus on the intersections of mental health and physical health\, Shakira seeks to support groups and individuals in improving their health and well-being. \n\n\n\nThis event will be transmitted in English with a live Spanish track.Este evento va ha ser transmitido en inglés con traducción en español. \n\n\n\n\nUse the QR code on this page to register.Use el código QR en ésta página para inscribirse. \n\n\n\nDownload our flyer in English and volante en español
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/lgbtq-communities/
CATEGORIES:BIPOC,English,Events,LGBTQIA+,Spanish,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231109T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231109T173000
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
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UID:14267-1699545600-1699551000@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
SUMMARY:Opioid Addiction and Naloxone Training / Capacitación Sobre Adicción a Opioides y Naloxona
DESCRIPTION:Overdose is one of the leading causes of preventable death in the US and data reveals that opioids are involved in at least two-thirds of those deaths. Naloxone trainings are important for the general public because the more widely distributed this medication is\, the fewer fatal opioid overdoses will occur; we know people will use it and save lives. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn:  \n\n\n\n\nWhat are opioids?\n\n\n\nSigns of an overdose\n\n\n\nHow to respond to an opioid overdose\n\n\n\nFirst responder perspectives\n\n\n\nHow to administer Naloxone\n\n\n\nHow to provide care to someone after an overdose\n\n\n\nWhere to find Naloxone\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a free training to learn how you can save someone’s life from an opioid overdose with Naloxone and receive a Naloxone kit. Use this form to register. \n\n\n\nLa sobredosis es una de las principales causas de muerte evitable en los EE. UU. y los datos revelan que los opioides están involucrados en al menos dos tercios de esas muertes. Las capacitaciones sobre Naloxona son importantes para el público en general porque cuanto más ampliamente se distribuya este medicamento\, menos sobredosis fatales de opioides ocurrirán; Sabemos que la gente lo usará y salvará vidas. \n\n\n\nLo que aprenderá: \n\n\n\n\n¿Qué son los opioides?\n\n\n\nSignos de una sobredosis\n\n\n\nCómo responder a una sobredosis de opioides\n\n\n\nCómo administrar Naloxona\n\n\n\nCómo cuidar a alguien después de una sobredosis\n\n\n\nCómo recibir Naloxona asistiendo a esta capacitación\n\n\n\n\nSea un héroe. Aprenda a usar Naloxona. Únase a nosotros para una capacitación gratuita y reciba un kit de Naxalona. Regístrense usando este formulario. \n\n\n\nEvent flyer in English (PDF) | Volante del evento en español (PDF)
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/nov2023-naloxone-training/
LOCATION:Knutzen Cardinal Center Building<br>Skagit Valley College\, 2405 E College Way\, Mount Vernon\, Washington\, 98273\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Training,Events,Naxolone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231101T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20230925T195729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T203035Z
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SUMMARY:Honoring and Caring for Our Anxieties (Multigenerational)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual\, multi-generational space for BIPOC and LGBTQA+ communities to learn about the impact of anxiety on the body and its causes. Our facilitator\, Rachel Colston\, MS\, LMHCA\, will also explore decolonized techniques for regulating and managing anxiety that may feel overwhelming when reacting to social and environmental factors in daily life. \n\n\n\nRegister using the event registration form or the provided QR code. Download the event flyer.
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/honoring-and-caring-for-our-anxieties-multigenerational/
CATEGORIES:BIPOC,Community Training,English,Events,LGBTQIA+
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231017T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20230913T005132Z
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SUMMARY:The Unexpected When Expecting – New Parent Depression and Anxiety / Lo Inesperado al Esperar: Depresión y Ansiedad en Madres y Padres Nuevos
DESCRIPTION:Depression and anxiety can begin during pregnancy or after the baby is born. It not only impacts the person giving birth\, but it can impact an entire family. Join us via Zoom to learn more about this form of depression and anxiety and how to help someone who may be exhibiting signs of and symptoms. \n\n\n\nLa depresión y la ansiedad perinatales pueden comenzar durante el embarazo o después del nacimiento del bebé. No sólo afecta a la persona que da a luz\, sino que puede afectar a toda la familia. Únase a nosotros por Zoom (en vivo) para aprender más sobre esta forma de depresión y ansiedad y cómo ayudar a alguien que pueda estar presentando signos y síntomas. \n\n\n\nSpeakers/oradores: \n\n\n\n\nHailee Jimenez-Thomas\, MA\,LMHC\, Amber Vista Counseling\n\n\n\nCarmen Gonzalez\, PhD\, UW Seattle\n\n\n\nSally Brady\, BA.\, Parent Trust\n\n\n\n\n\nOnline on Zoom with live translation (English-Spanish)En línea por Zoom con traducción en vivo (Inglés-Español)Meeting ID: 920 8878 3090 \n\n\n\nUse this Registration Form or scan the provided QR code to register. \n\n\n\nUse éste formulario o el código QR para registrarse. \n\n\n\nEvent flyer in English (PDF) | Volante del evento en Español (PDF) \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Unexpected when Expecting – New Parent Depression and Anxiety October 17th 6-7:30 PM English Image Flyer\n\n\n\nThe Unexpected when Expecting – New Parent Depression and Anxiety October 17th 6-7:30 PM Spanish Image Flyer
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/the-unexpected-when-expecting-new-parent-depression-and-anxiety/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Training,Events,Spanish
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230920T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230920T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20230912T203506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T194508Z
UID:14223-1695232800-1695238200@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
SUMMARY:Honoring and Caring for Our Anxieties (Youth)
DESCRIPTION:A Workshop for Youth Ages 13-21\n\n\n\nYouth and young adults in BIPOC and LGBTQA+ communities may feel overwhelming anxiety when reacting to the social and environmental factors they must face on a daily basis. In these online workshop series you will: \n\n\n\n\nLearn about anxiety\, its impact on the body and root causes.\n\n\n\nPractice decolonized techniques for regulating and managing anxiety.\n\n\n\nShare your own experience and build connections within the series group.\n\n\n\n\nUse this form to register for the workshop and download our flyer for more information.
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/honoring-and-caring-for-our-anxieties/
CATEGORIES:Community Training,Events,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230809T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230908T233000
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20230810T001351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230810T001356Z
UID:14134-1691582400-1694215800@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
SUMMARY:Serve on Our Youth Advisory Board!
DESCRIPTION:Calling All Youth! Here’s an exciting opportunity to serve on our Youth Advisory Board for the 2023-24 academic year! Or maybe do you know any dedicated and motivated youth (ages 16-21) who are looking for leadership opportunities? If you do\, please share this flyer with them! Scan the QR code to apply or use this form. \n\n\n\nThe deadline to apply is Sept. 8th by 5:00 pm. Thanks for helping us spread the word! \n\n\n\nYAB-flyer-for-2023-24-3-1Download
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/serve-on-our-youth-advisory-board/
CATEGORIES:Events,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230629T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230629T194500
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20230601T214039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T003150Z
UID:13645-1688063400-1688067900@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
SUMMARY:Navigating Intergenerational Relationships
DESCRIPTION:June is National Immigrant Heritage Month. Whereas there are strengths\, assets\, and power that heritage cultures and families of origin bring us\, immigrants and their youth can experience challenges associated with cultural clashes. Known as acculturation gap-distress or intergenerational cultural conflict\, these challenges can negatively affect parents’ and young people’s mental health and educational outcomes. Join our virtual roundtable to learn about the science behind these challenges in their presentation\, “Navigating Intergenerational Relationships: Psychological Science\, Counseling Services\, and Youth Perspectives”\, from Dr. Priscilla Lui\, how counseling services can improve intergenerational relationships in immigrant families from Ms. Rachel Colston\, and hear about the lived experiences from young guest presenters. \n\n\n\n\nDr. Priscilla Lui\n\n\n\nRachel Colston\, MS\, LMHCA\n\n\n\n\nDr. Priscilla Lui is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Washington. She received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Purdue University. Priscilla Lui pplui@uw.edu \n\n\n\nRachel Colston\, MS\, LMHCA (she/they) is a mental health counselor in the state of Washington and has counseled since 2020. Rachel has a passion for working with BIPOC\, LGBTQ+\, neurodivergent\, and disabled communities. At this time\, she has the privilege of counseling at the Lummi Indian Business Council Behavioral Health Department.  \n\n\n\nPDF flyer for this event \n\n\n\nPlease use this Registration form or the QR code posted here to register for the event.
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/navigating-intergenerational-relationships/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230530T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230530T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20230516T163831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T165531Z
UID:13572-1685471400-1685476800@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
SUMMARY:Life Saving Conversations
DESCRIPTION:How to Help Youth Struggling with Their Mental Health \n\n\n\n\n\n– Many of us have confided in others during dark times\, and vice versa. But it can feel awkward\, if not downright frightening\, not knowing what to do when a loved one or a peer shows suicide warning signs. Mental Health Matters of Washington\, in partnership with Northwest Regional Education Service District – Official\, @UW Forefront Suicide Prevention Center\, and UW Bothell School of Nursing and Health Studies\, is hosting a FREE\, virtual webinar to help people L.E.A.R.N. the steps to help someone who may be contemplating taking their life. Developed by UW’s Forefront Center\, the five simple and effective L.E.A.R.N steps empower individuals to help others move in the direction of hope\, recovery\, and survival.*Note: English-Spanish live translation provided \n\n\n\nRegister now using this form or the QR code on the flyer. We hope to see you there! \n\n\n\n\nConversations that save lives flyer\n\n\n\nVolante de Conversaciones que salvan vidas
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/life-saving-conversations/
LOCATION:Via Zoom ID: 988 7647 3966
CATEGORIES:Events,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230522T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230522T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20230417T181148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T220234Z
UID:13103-1684771200-1684774800@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
SUMMARY:Naloxone Training in English and Spanish
DESCRIPTION:Learn how you can save someone’s life from an opioid overdose with Naloxone. Join us for a free training and receive a Naloxone kit. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPre-registration is required. Use the provided QR code or the link to the registration form.  \n\n\n\n❝𝐈𝐍-𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐎𝐍 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧❞ at Skagit Valley College in Mount Vernon. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nWhat are opioids?\n\n\n\nSigns of an overdose\n\n\n\nHow to respond to an opioid overdose\n\n\n\nHow to administer Naloxone\n\n\n\nHow to provide care to someone after an overdose\n\n\n\nHow to receive Naloxone attending this training?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Please email us at Info@MentalHealthMattersWA.com
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/naxolone-training-in-english-and-spanish/
LOCATION:Skagit Valley College\, 2405 E College Way\, Mount Vernon\, Washington\, WA 98273\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Health Matters of WA":MAILTO:info@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230517T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230517T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20230427T231440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T033043Z
UID:13438-1684350000-1684355400@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
SUMMARY:Practical Neurodiversity Round Table / Mesa Redonda de Neurodiversidad Práctica
DESCRIPTION:How do we each try to make room for all kinds of brains\, while still honoring the needs of our own? As the autism acceptance movement grows in strength\, more and more people have announced their support of neurodiversity. Like many ideas that reach the mainstream\, though\, there may be confusion or details that get lost along the way. The goal of inclusivity can lead us to move outside our comfort zone. Convenience and familiarity get traded in for a more profound perspective. \n\n\n\nDr. Lucas Harrington\, a psychologist at the UW Autism Center\, will facilitate this discussion. As a psychologist who identifies as autistic\, Dr. Harrington will share stories and insights from his community as well his vision for a more inclusive world. \n\n\n\n\nRegister using the provided QR code or access the form directly.Registrénse usando el código QR or la planilla directamente. \n\n\n\nLive translation to Spanish and ASL interpretation provided.Traducción en vivo a español. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n¿Cómo intentamos cada uno de nosotros realmente hacer espacio para todo tipo de cerebros\, al mismo tiempo que respetamos las necesidades de los nuestros? A medida que el movimiento de aceptación del autismo crece en fuerza\, más y más personas han anunciado su apoyo a la neurodiversidad. Sin embargo\, como muchas ideas que llegan a la corriente principal\, puede haber confusión o detalles que se pierden en el camino. El objetivo de la inclusión puede llevarnos a salir de nuestra zona de confort. La conveniencia y la familiaridad se intercambian por una perspectiva más profunda. ¡Únete a nosotros para aprender más! \n\n\n\nEl Dr. Lucas Harrington\, psicólogo del Centro de Autismo de la UW\, facilitará esta discusión. Como psicólogo que se identifica como autista\, el Dr. Harrington compartirá historias y puntos de vista de su comunidad\, así como su visión de un mundo más inclusivo.
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/practical-neurodiversity-round-table-mesa-redonda-de-neurodiversidad-practica/
LOCATION:Via Zoom – ID: 953 8154 3250
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Health Matters of WA":MAILTO:info@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230507T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230507T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20230321T203917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T220655Z
UID:12821-1683462600-1683482400@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
SUMMARY:MINDfest 2023
DESCRIPTION:MINDfest: Celebrating the Mind and Nourishing the Soul is a FREE community event to celebrate and to promote mental health and well-being through education\, music\, art\, workshops\, and more. MINDfest brings together diverse communities to promote dialogue\, reduce stigma about mental health\, and connect people to the resources and services they need to thrive. \n\n\n\nSee our informational flyer for this event or check our website for more information.
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/mindfest-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230305T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230416T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20230321T203331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T203334Z
UID:12814-1677974400-1681689599@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
SUMMARY:PMHM Capacitación en Español
DESCRIPTION:¿Quieres aprender más sobre salud mental y ayudar a tu comunidad? Ofrecemos sesiones de capacitación gratuitas\, en línea y en vivo (5 sesiones) sobre temas como: \n\n\n\n\nla importancia de la salud mental para la salud en general;\n\n\n\npercepciones culturales y estigma relacionado con la salud mental;\n\n\n\nfundamentos de la salud mental; diagnósticos comunes;\n\n\n\nfactores socioecológicos y estructurales que impactan la salud mental (por ejemplo\, racismo\, pobreza\, violencia\, etc.);\n\n\n\ncómo ayudar a alguien que experimenta signos de enfermedad mental o está en crisis;\n\n\n\ncómo defenderse a sí mismo; cómo dirigir y facilitar conversaciones sobre salud mental;\n\n\n\nactuando como un navegador de pares: cómo conectar a las personas con los recursos y proveedores de la comunidad.\n\n\n\n\nNuestra capacitación en línea es en inglés y en español\, se lleva a cabo durante cinco semanas e incluye cinco lecciones en línea con sesiones semanales en vivo que las acompañan\, de 60 a 75 minutos cada una. Nuestra capacitación es facilitada (en inglés y en español) por expertos en salud mental y profesionales de la salud mental con licencia. Aquellos que completen la capacitación en su totalidad recibirán un certificado de finalización\, un modesto estipendio de $150 y serán elegibles para participar en eventos comunitarios de Mental Health Matters como Peer Mental Health Navigators.  \n\n\n\nDescargue un folleto informativo sobre esta capacitación en español.
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/pmhm-capacitacion-en-espanol/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230121T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20230108T044243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230108T044642Z
UID:11503-1674302400-1674311400@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
SUMMARY:Vision Board Event at Verdant Health
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for a different year? \n\n\n\nLet’s dream it together with a Vision/Dream board! \n\n\n\nA vision board is usually a collage of images that represent goals and dreams. It can include cut-out pictures from magazines and words that help inspire you to manifest your dreams and get where you want to go. A DREAM/VISION boards help us gain self-awareness and self-reflect on what is important to us. \n\n\n\n​Vision boards may also help us imagine what a positive future could look like for us. Imagining a positive future is a helpful way to increase positive emotions and optimism. And positive emotions often create opportunities and increase the chances of success. \n\n\n\n.. 𝙉𝙤 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨- 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙜𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙨 𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝙁𝙊𝙍 𝙈𝙀𝙉 𝙩𝙤𝙤! \n\n\n\nWhen: Saturday January 21st from 12-2:30pm \n\n\n\nWhere: Verdant Wellness Center \n\n\n\n4710 196th St SW\, \n\n\n\nLynnwood\, WA 98036 \n\n\n\nRegister HERE or email Sandra Huber at Sandra.Huber@verdanthealth.org to RSVP.  \n\n\n\nPlease help us get the word around!!!!!
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/vision-board-event-at-verdant-health/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230112T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20230108T045654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230108T045656Z
UID:11513-1673546400-1673550000@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
SUMMARY:Connect for Social and Mental Wellness: Join our 2023 Drumming Circle (in person) at Verdant Health
DESCRIPTION:IN-PERSON- Monthly Drumming Circle at Verdant Health \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCLASS DESCRIPTION – A drum circle is a rhythm-based event where people gather in a circle to express themselves with African drums and percussion instruments. A facilitator guides the session\, encouraging and supporting people as they reconnect with their innate sense of rhythm. Inclusiveness is a core principle – people of all backgrounds\, mobility\, ages and skill levels (even first-time beginners) can participate. It becomes a model for our world family\, an opportunity to engage in this age-old activity where young and old play and celebrate together. \n\n\n\nWhat can you expect? \n\n\n\nIndividually and as a group\, we can experience how making sound can quiet the mind\, soothe the body\, and create community through connection to oneself and others. You will learn about the history of the drumming circles what research shows and how this experience can help create a safe container within which to engage in authentic and meaningful discussions about personal healing although words are often unnecessary. \n\n\n\nVerdant in partnership with the Washington West African Center will provide the drums for use during the class. *Note: We will have other types of drums and diverse cultural approaches\, musical styles\,  and instructors throughout 2023.  \n\n\n\nPlease arrive 10 minutes (5:50pm) so we can start promptly at 6pm. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact us at \n\n\n\nDate: 2nd Thursdays of the month starting on January 12th\, 2023 \n\n\n\nTime: 6:00pm – 7:00 pm PDT \n\n\n\nIn-person: at the Verdant Community Wellness Center (4710 196th St SW Lynnwood\, WA 98036) Limited seating available. \n\n\n\nCost: Free \n\n\n\nRegistration is required\, space is limited*  Register on Event Brite HERE or email Sandra.Huber@verdanthealth.org  \n\n\n\n* If this class is oversubscribed\, priority will be given to residents living in South Snohomish County due to funding restrictions. \n\n\n\nWhere can I contact the organizer with any questions? \n\n\n\nEmail:  sandra.huber@verdanthealth.org  or  call  425-582-8600
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/connect-for-social-and-mental-wellness-join-our-2023-drumming-circle-in-person-at-verdant-health/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20230321T200629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T203027Z
UID:12810-1673179200-1676808000@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
SUMMARY:PMHN Training English Cohort
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn more about mental health and help your community? We offer free\, online and live training sessions (5 sessions) on topics such as: \n\n\n\n\nthe importance of mental health to overall health;\n\n\n\ncultural perceptions and stigma relating to mental health;\n\n\n\nfundamentals of mental health; common diagnoses;\n\n\n\nsocio-ecological and structural factors that impact mental health (e.g. racism; poverty; violence\, etc.);\n\n\n\nhow to help someone experiencing signs of mental illness or in crisis;\n\n\n\nhow to advocate for yourself; how to lead and facilitate conversations around mental health;\n\n\n\nacting as a peer navigator: how to connect people to community resources and providers.\n\n\n\n\nOur online training is in English and in Spanish\, takes place over five weeks\, and includes five online lessons with accompanying weekly live sessions which are 60-75 min each. Our training is facilitated (in English and in Spanish) by mental health experts and licensed mental health practitioners. Those who complete training in entirety will receive a certificate of completion\, a modest stipend of $150\, and will be eligible to engage Mental Health Matters community events as Peer Mental Health Navigators. \n\n\n\nDownload an informational flyer about this training in English.
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/pmhn-training-english-cohort/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221207T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221207T194500
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20221230T030015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221230T030842Z
UID:11388-1670437800-1670442300@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
SUMMARY:Mindful Meditation series (4 sessions) with Dr. Victoria Breckwich Vásquez - Holiday Edition
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning more about mindfulness and meditation? Or\, are you someone who practices mindful meditation who would like to connect with others with this same interest? Join us during the month of December for a three-part virtual (ZOOM) series led by Dr. Victoria Breckwich Vasquez! \n\n\n\nSessions\n\n\n\nSession 1: Weds.\, Dec. 7th from 6:30-7:45 pmIntroduction to Mindfulness MeditationIts Role in Healing Ourselves and the World \n\n\n\nSession 2: Weds.\, Dec. 14th from 6:30-7:45 pmMindfulness of the Body and Potential for HealingPracticing Forgiveness and Self Compassion \n\n\n\nSession 3: Weds.\, Dec. 21st from 6:30 -7:45 pmWorking with our EmotionsTechniques for Stress Management during the holidays \n\n\n\nSign up using the link or the QR code on the flyer or using the registration form link. \n\n\n\n*Please note: This series is taught in English. \n\n\n\n\n\nGuidelines\n\n\n\n\nThere is no prerequisite or prior experience needed. \n\n\n\nParticipants must be prepared to participate in all 3 sessions.\n\n\n\nParticipants will be asked to fill out an evaluation of the series.\n\n\n\nHelpful tips: \n\nGet comfortable. Either sit in a chair\, sit on the floor or\n\n\n\nlay down (while staying awake)- do whatever your body finds most nurturing while being careful not to fall asleep.\n\n\n\nYou can keep your web camera on or off\, whichever you prefer.\n\n\n\nMake sure you have a blanket\, cushion\, and water/tea nearby.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet Your Instructor\n\n\n\nDr. Victoria Breckwich Vásquez is a meditation instructor enrolled in the Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program. She is a longtime practitioner of Insight/Vipassana meditation and teaches in the School of Nursing & Health Studies at the University of Washington Bothell.
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/mindful-meditation-series-4-sessions-with-dr-victoria-breckwich-vasquez-holiday-edition/
CATEGORIES:English,Mindfulness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221117T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20221230T012100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221230T013257Z
UID:11335-1668709800-1668715200@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
SUMMARY:Medios Sociales y la Juventud
DESCRIPTION:Presentado por Lucia Magis-Weinberg\, MD\, PhD \n\n\n\n¿Existe una conexión entre las redes sociales y la salud mental de los jóvenes? Si bien la investigación ha demostrado que las redes sociales pueden ayudar a aumentar la conexión\, también se asocian con el acoso escolar\, la ansiedad y los sentimientos de baja autoestima. ¿Qué podemos hacer para ayudar a los jóvenes mientras navegan por el mundo digital en el que vivimos? \n\n\n\nÚnase a la Dra. Lucia Magis-Weinberg\, médica y experta en redes sociales y desarrollo adolescente\, para analizar los riesgos y oportunidades que brindan las tecnologías digitales\, el jueves\, 17 de noviembre a las 6:30pm. Pueden registrarse usando éste formulario. \n\n\n\n\nSocial Media and Youth\n\n\n\nPresented by Lucia Magis-Weinberg\, MD\, PhD \n\n\n\nIs There a Connection between Social Media and Youth Mental Health? While research has shown that social media can help increase feelings of connectedness\, it is also associated with bullying\, anxiety\, and feelings of low self-worth. What can we do to help youth as they navigate the digital world we live in?  \n\n\n\nJoin Dr. Lucia Magis-Weinberg\, a physician and expert on social media and adolescent development\, will discuss the risks and opportunities afforded by digital technologies\, Thursday\, November 17\, 6:30pm. Register here. \n\n\n\nClass offered in Spanish with simultaneous translation to English. See English flyer for this event.
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/medios-sociales-y-la-juventud/
CATEGORIES:Social Media,Spanish
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220921T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220921T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20220915T223934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T224714Z
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SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention Workshop
DESCRIPTION:September is Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month. Currently\, in the U.S.\, suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among people ages 10-34. \nMany of us have confided in others during dark times\, and vice versa. But it can feel awkward\, if not downright frightening\, not knowing what to do when a loved one or a peer shows suicide warning signs. \nJoin Mental Health Matters of Washington on Sept. 21st for a special Zoom event with staff from the Forefront Suicide Prevention Center at University of Washington to discuss suicide\, why we need to talk about it\, and how we can help others move in the direction of hope\, recovery\, and survival. \nRegistration: bit.ly/3DbHZZW\nQuestions? Email us at Info@MentalHealthMattersWa.com \nFlyer in English and Spanish (PDF)
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/suicide-prevention-workshop/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jody Early":MAILTO:jearly3@uw.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220421T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220421T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20220427T212805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T195033Z
UID:8088-1650567600-1650571200@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
SUMMARY:Mindful Meditation series (4 sessions) with Dr. Victoria Breckwich Vásquez
DESCRIPTION:Meditation and mindfulness can be tools to help your emotional and physical well-being. Join Dr. Victoria Breckwich Vásquez for this 4-part remote series. Learn the fundamentals of practicing mindfulness and meditation and gain techniques to help you jump-start your own practice.Register for Mindful Meditation SeriesDownload the Mindful Meditation flyer
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/mindful-meditation-series-4-sessions-with-dr-victoria-breckwich-vasquez/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220328T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220328T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20220427T212113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T194934Z
UID:8082-1648490400-1648497600@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
SUMMARY:Gender Affirming Care: Supporting Queer\, Black\, Indigenous\, and People of Color - Presented by Aleks Martin\, MSW\, LSWAIC\, SUDP
DESCRIPTION:Gender-affirming care saves lives. Growing legislative attempts in the U.S. to ban or limit access to gender affirming healthcare endangers the health and well-being of transgender and nonbinary individuals\, especially for those identifying as BBIPOC. Join Husky alum\, Aleks Martin\, on March 28th for a free virtual roundtable sponsored by Mental Health Matters of Washington to learn more about how gender affirming care supports mental health and the principle of “first do no harm.”\nRegister for Gender Affirming Care\nDownload the Gender Affirming Care event flyer
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/gender-affirming-care-supporting-queer-black-indigenous-and-people-of-color-presented-by-aleks-martin-msw-lswaic-sudp/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salom%C3%A9 Valencia-Bohn%C3%A9":MAILTO:MHMProgramCoordinator@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220411
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20220427T211317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T194906Z
UID:8073-1647129600-1649635199@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
SUMMARY:Peer Mental Health Navigator Training
DESCRIPTION:Our first cohort begins on Sunday\, March 6th\, with a meet-and-greet for and on-boarding for those registered. This will be followed by five online lessons and weekly live discussions on 3/13\, 3/20\, 3/27\, 4/3\, and 4/10.*Note: THIS COHORT IS FULL.
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/peer-mental-health-navigator-training/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salom%C3%A9 Valencia-Bohn%C3%A9":MAILTO:MHMProgramCoordinator@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T062550
CREATED:20220427T191914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T194840Z
UID:8048-1644433200-1644436800@mentalhealthmatterswa.com
SUMMARY:Mental Health Matters Information Night!
DESCRIPTION:Join our live information session to learn more about the Mental Health Matters program and services and resources we offer.
URL:https://mentalhealthmatterswa.com/event/mental-health-matters-information-night-700-pm/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom and Facebook Live
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jody Early":MAILTO:jearly3@uw.edu
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