The Mental Health Association of Southwest Florida assists anyone needing referrals to mental health services and/or other social services, and provides information related to mental health issues.
Putting Children First, a four-hour, court mandated class for parents designed to raise awareness of the emotional trauma the break-up of a family can cause children. It helps parents understand that children have the right and need to have, to be with and to love both parents. This program provides support to divorcing families and assists in the restructuring of the family system.
Families In Transition, a four-hour court recommended class designed to assist children between the ages of 5 and 14 in understanding their feelings as changes occur in their family situations. A puppet show is used for children 5 to 8 years to help them understand and express their feelings, and help them cope with their fears.
One Child/Adult at a Time
One Child at a Time, One Adult at a Time, is a one of its kind counseling program in Southwest Florida linking child and adults who are in need for mental health services and have no insurance or financial resources with mental health professionals who offer pro bono services.
Families and Schools Together (FAST)
FAST is an outreach and multi-family group process to help children succeed at home, in school, and in society. Research shows that children have been able to overcome adversity, if they have caring supportive family and community relationships.
Teen Advisory Board, made up of students from all Collier County high schools to identify problems and concerns, e.g. school violence, drugs & alcohol abuse, teen pregnancy that students have in their lives. This board meets once a month during the school year to evaluate feedback from the student population.
Senior Peer/Caregiver Counseling program will utilize seniors and caregivers to provide emotional and mental support to other seniors in need. Interested individuals receive an intense 72 hour initial training to become peer counselors. Once they graduate, peer counselors are required to attend weekly supervision sessions and receive continuous education sessions.
Support Groups
Anxiety, Depression, Bereavement and Bipolar Support Groups, meeting weekly, provide assistance to individuals suffering from conflicts in their lives. Some of our participants have been attending these support groups for more than ten years with positive results. These support groups are free of charge.
Brown Bag Luncheon Series/Speaker's Bureau consists of mental health workshops or speaking engagements provided by MHASWFL members to local business and employers. Our mental health professional address issues ranging from Cultural Diversity to Stress Management helping employees strengthen communication skills, building successful working relationships and developing tools for conflict resolution. All materials are provided free of charge by the presenter. Multiple sessions can be scheduled to enhance the learning experience.
Continuing Education Programs
The Mental Health Association of Southwest Florida is authorized to facilitate programs and symposiums which are qualified to provide continuing education credits to licensed mental health professionals, social workers and psychologists.
Publications
The Guide to Mental Health Services is updated annually.
The Directory of Licensed Mental Health Professionals is updated annually and contains over 80 licensed mental health professionals.
Mental Health Matters our quarterly newsletter keeps the community updated on important mental health issues and what the Mental Health Association is doing.
WHERE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES ARE OFFERED:
Some programs and services are offered at the above location. However, some are offered off-site due to limited office space. Please call for site locations, 239/261-5405.
FEES FOR OUR SERVICES AND PROGRAMS:
Most of our services and programs are free. However, some have a minimal fee. For further information please call the office at 239/261-5405. DONATIONS ARE GREATLY APPRECIATED TO MAKE THESE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES AVAILABLE TO OUR COMMUNITY!!
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