our mental health matters

EMPOWERING YOUTH & FAMILIES WITH TOOLS TO MANAGE THEIR MENTAL WELLNESS and SUPPORT TO NAVIGATE THEIR JOURNEY

One of the biggest reasons people don't seek help or support when they are struggling with a mental health challenge is because of the stigma and shame associated with it. No one should suffer in silence.

We meet youth and families where they are and help them build a village of care.

YouthWell's prevention and early intervention programs focus on mental health and wellness education, outreach, and improving access to coordinated care in order to connect youth through age 25 and their families to mental health and wellness resources before the crisis in SANTA BARBARA COUNTY. 

Will you consider YouthWell in your annual giving? Your DONATION, big or small, will impact and support youth throughout Santa Barbara County in 2025.

SUPPORT GROUPS   •   PARENT & TEEN WORKSHOPS   •   STUDENT PORTAL

RESOURCES

Our online Youth and Family Mental Health and Wellness Resource Directory can be viewed in English and Spanish. Search for services for youth, ages 5-25, and find treatment programs, crisis helplines, therapists, and more.

The Community Calendar lists workshops, groups, classes, and more. Find opportunities in the Community Volunteer Directory.

Resource Rack Cards are distributed to schools.

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EDUCATION

YouthWell provides free Support Groups & virtual Wellness Workshops on a variety of topics for students (ages 10-25), parents, and those working with youth. Participants learn tools and tips for managing their mental wellness and practicing self-care in order to build resilience so they are better equipped to cope with stress and challenging situations. Spanish interpretation is provided. YouthWell partners with FSA to offer  Mental Health First Aid and QPR in SB County.

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COLLABORATIVE

YouthWell mobilizes 60+ community stakeholders to improve outcomes and affect systemic change through collective impact. We work to eliminate stigma, fill the gaps, and remove barriers to services so youth and families can access the care they need in a timely manner through a warm handoff.

The Collaborative & YLN includes school districts, healthcare, providers, law enforcement, juvenile probation, foster care, and those representing our marginalized communities.

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OUTREACH

YouthWell sends eNewsletters highlighting mental health issues and local resources as well as promoting on social media tips for recognizing the signs of emotional distress and ideas for practicing self-care.

We outreach through our social awareness campaign, "our mental health matters".
 
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as a community,

we can each make a difference by...

  • understanding that mental illness does not discriminate. It can affect anyone regardless of age, gender, income, social status, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or background.
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  • treating mental health challenges with the same respect and care we show someone who has a physical illness or injury so that youth and caregivers do not feel shame asking for help.
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  • educating ourselves on mental health disorders, showing compassion, listening, and offering our support so those struggling don't feel alone.