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40. Real Talk: Navigating Mental Health

Consuelo & Melissa Season 2 Episode 40

In this heartfelt episode, Melissa and Consuelo dive into the raw realities of mental health. They open up about their personal struggles, challenge common myths, and share practical tips that have helped them cope with stress, anxiety, and everything in between.   

Ronan the Sea Lion:  

https://youtu.be/29ARkafWjIA  

Mental Health Myths: 

https://www.mentalhealth.org/basics/myths-facts 

https://www.unicef.org/parenting/health/busted-7-myths-about-mental-health 

https://www.pewtrusts.org/en/trend/archive/fall-2023/five-myths-about-mental-health#:~:text=Myth%201%3A%20Deeply%20disturbed%20people,solely%20focused%20on%20reducing%20symptoms 

Mental Health Resources (Houston, TX):

Mental Health America of Greater Houston (MHA): (www.mhahouston.org).  

BakerRipley (formerly Neighborhood Centers): (www.bakerripley.org). 

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD: (www.theharriscenter.org). Phone: 713-970-7000  

Crisis Text Line (Houston): Text HOME to 741741.

Montrose Counseling Center: Offers mental health services tailored to the LGBTQ+ community but open to all. (www.montrosecenter.org).  

Mental Health Resources (National) 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Available 24/7. Phone: 988 

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): Phone: (1-800-950-NAMI). (www.nami.org). 

SAMHSA National Helpline (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration): (www.samhsa.gov). Phone: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) 

Crisis Text Line. Text HOME to 741741 for free, 24/7 support. 

Veterans Crisis Line: A confidential, free resource for veterans and their families, available 24/7. (www.veteranscrisisline.net). Phone: 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255), press 1 

Psychology Today Therapist Directory: Search for licensed therapists by location, specialization, and insurance coverage. (www.psychologytoday.com).

Mental Health Resources (Global) 

Befrienders Worldwide: A network of crisis helplines offering emotional support to individuals in distress. (https://www.befrienders.org/).    

More Than A Number (https://morethananumber.ie/pages/international-organizations?utm_source=chatgpt.com

International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP): Provides a comprehensive directory of crisis centers worldwide (https://www.iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres/).  

7 Cups: Offers free, anonymous, and confidential online text chat, online therapy, and counseling. (https://www.7cups.com/).  

Headspace: Provides guided meditation and mindfulness practices. (https://www.headspace.com/).  

Mental Health First Aid: (https://mhfa.com.au/mental-health-first-aid-guidelines).

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