MI Mental Health

Washtenaw County CMH staff. Top row L-R: Valerie Bass, Dr. Montgomery Brower, Andrew Grier, Shad Jordan. Bottom row l-R: Shannon Ellis, Margaret Carmalt, Angela Burchard, Jeff Beckley, Melisa Tasker

Regional Health Collaboratives improving access to behavioral health services

Regional Health Collaboratives are a model for improving a region’s wellbeing and unnecessary medical costs through collaboration and systems change. 

EMDR is used to treat PTSD, traumatic memories, or other distressing life experiences.
Community mental health agencies using EMDR to help Michiganders overcome trauma

EMDR is an evidence-based form of psychotherapy used to treat individuals with PTSD, traumatic memories, or other distressing life experiences.

“A Chicago native I’ve been in prison a couple times I live in the Battle Creek Shelter. I’m trying to be positive and encourage others,” Richard Evans, 62.
Michigan’s community mental health providers serve the unhoused

Michigan’s community mental health providers are stepping in with innovative programs that support Michiganders experiencing both homelessness and mental illness. 

Dr. Kellen Stilwell conducts telepsychiatry sessions with rural Michigan children and adolescents.
Psychiatric residents and fellows fill gaps in rural Michigan mental health care

Psychiatry fellows and psychiatry residents are helping to fill the gaps in care experienced by rural Michiganders.

St. Clair County Community Mental Health's new facility in Marine City is located at 6221 King Rd.
St. Clair County Community Mental Health relocates to larger facility in Marine City

The increased need for mental health services in recent years has meant that organizations such as St. Clair County Community Mental Health (SCCCMH) have had to grow to keep up with the demand. In Marine City, SCCCMH recently moved to a larger building to better serve the community.

Community Health Workers help people navigate complex health care systems.
Community health workers bring mental health home

Across the state, community mental health agencies enlist CHWs to extend their reach. Washtenaw County Community Mental Health partners with Michigan Community Care (MiCC) in providing CHWs.

On Point signage
OnPoint’s new community mental health facility increases access to care

Located on a main road, OnPoint’s new facility is easily accessible with a focus on integrated care  

The Community Mental Health Association of Michigan (CMHA) is the state association representing and advocating for Michigan’s public mental health system and those served by this system.
Community Mental Health Association of Michigan study shows integrated care is growing

A recent study by the Center of Healthcare Integration and Innovation shows that integrated care in Michigan’s public mental health system has not only grown in the last six years but that the initiatives are diverse and available in rural, suburban, and urban committees.

Dale Robertson, president and CEO, Grand Rapids Public Museum
Leaders overcoming stigma: Community mental health is for everyone.

Despite an increased awareness around symptoms and treatment options, a lot of stigma around seeking mental health care still exists. For leaders and professionals in esteemed positions and industries, this stigma can be even more difficult to overcome. 

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

In the spirit of Mental Health Awareness Month, St. Clair County Community Mental Health shares a look at one of its upcoming events along with a few tips for ways to help enhance your mental well-being.

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