Face-to-face conversations can foster #mentalhealth development, enhance communication skills, and build confidence. 💪Talk to your children and teens about mental health. Need help getting started? samhsa.gov/find-support/helping-someone/helping-your-child #MHAM2025

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Mental health is essential for overall well-being at every stage of life. Regardless of age, background, or experience, prioritizing mental health strengthens individuals, families, and communities.
Sometimes life transitions can affect our well-being. Navigating these changes with resilience and grace is…[Read more]

Target Audience: Behavioral Health Professionals working with SMVF in MD, VA Healthcare Providers, Caregivers, Military/Veteran Support Organizations, and SMVF(Service Members, Veterans, Families)
**Register for (1) ticket only. Do not register on behalf of others. Thank you**
Maryland’s Commitment to Veterans cordially invites you to the Service…[Read more]

Virtual Events: May 2025:
Recognizing and Supporting Adults With Late-Diagnosed Autism
Tuesday, May 6
Successfully Supporting an Adult Living With Anxiety
Tuesday, May 13
A Parent’s Guide to Dealing With Bullying
Tuesday, May 20
Regaining Control Over OCD
Wednesday, May 28
Anxiety and OCD in Kids and Teens Course 2025: Now Available On D…[Read more]

We are thrilled to share some exciting news—Dr. Ira Chasnoff is returning to Allegany County for a powerful, in-person professional development opportunity!
Dr. Chasnoff will lead a full-day workshop titled The Art of Social Change on June 26, 2025. This 6-hour session offers invaluable insights for those working in human services, education, a…[Read more]

Please find attached the final copy of the GCLBHA FY26 Strategic Implementation Plan.
The Garrett County Local Behavioral Health Authority is asking for all suggestions, comments, and amendments by close of business on Thursday, March 27, 2025. The link for the survey is for feedback is: https://forms.gle/rh7gwxggP3SZ2U147
Thank you

It’s time to register for the Service Members, Veterans, and Families Monthly Workshop: Risk and Protective Factors Unique to Military and Veteran Youth. Join Maryland’s Commitment to Veterans on April 17, 2025 ET for our monthly behavioral health workshop focused on the needs of our military-connected community as we hear Gregory Leskin, PhD,…[Read more]