Mental Health Community Collaborative (MHCC) : Translational Health Research Center : Texas State University

ABOUT THE SERIES

Central Texas, from North Austin to San Antonio, is facing significant mental health challenges, often leaving residents without the care they need. In response, we launched the Mental Health Community Collaborative (MHCC).

This initiative brings together mental health professionals and local advocates for open discussions on mental health, aiming to find actionable solutions and address critical needs. Through a virtual community of practice, MHCC seeks to engage Texans in meaningful conversations and work collectively to tackle these challenges.

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WHO IS MHCC FOR?

Community Health Workers
Educators & College Students
Local Businesses & Community Organizations
Medical & Public Health Professionals

Mental Health Professionals (New & Experienced)
Nonprofits
Peer Supporters & Churches
Policymakers & Funders

UPCOMING SESSION TOPICS

Every 3rd Tuesday of the month, from October 2024 - October 2025

Jan. 21, 2025

Why Churches? A Response to Mental Health in Black Communities

12pm-1pm CDT

Feb. 18, 2025

How can coworkers, classmates, and friends help enhance Mental Health

12pm-1pm CDT

Mar. 18, 2025

How to get involved: Mental health advocacy groups and community leadership

12pm-1pm CDT

iECHO and Sessions

PAST SESSIONS

Debunking Mental Health - Facts vs. Myths

Considering Therapy? - Here's what to expect

Navigating the Mental Health Ecosystem

MEET OUR ECHO TEAM

Cody Gould

Program Facilitator

Shelby Snead

Program Admin

Marsha Burney

Director, Community Relations

Ridge Finn

Program Tech Support

Katy Henrick.

Project Manager

Dr. Melinda Villagran

Executive Director

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Series Background

In the summer of 2024, we launched an initiative to identify the core challenges impacting mental health in Central Texas. We assembled an Advisory Group of local mental health professionals to help seek these core issues and create a plan to quickly address the challenges in our region.

Based on issues identified by the group, THRC is hosting this year-long Mental Health Community Collaborative virtual learning network using the ECHO model to bring awareness to these issues and provide a space for connection and collaboration in order to enhance mental health.

MENTAL HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD

Our advisory board worked collaboratively with us to identify the core issues impacting mental health and developed a strategic plan to quickly address these challenges in our region.