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SPONSORS SPEAKERS REGISTRATION ABOUT AGENDA Register Sponsor Donate 2024 North Texas Mental Health Symposium (formerly known as the Collin County Mental Health Symposium) Thursday, November 14, 2024 Plano Event Center 2000 East Spring Creek Parkway Plano, TX 75074 Early Bird Registration is OPEN! Early bird registration ends 11:59PM CST on October 16, 2024. Price increases to $125 on October 17, 2024. Register Sponsorship Join us as a sponsor for the North Texas Mental Health Symposium! Showcase your brand with an exhibitor table, gain exposure through our marketing channels, and connect directly with mental health professionals, first responders, school staff, and more. Secure your sponsorship today and be part of a dynamic event that brings together professionals from across North Texas who share a passion for mental health. Sponsor 2024 Keynote Speakers Stop Minding Your Own Business Terry Bentley Hill Attorney & Mental Health Advocate Terry Bentley Hill is a Dallas criminal defense attorney and nationally recognized mental health advocate who has become a vocal proponent for mental health rehabilitation in the criminal justice system. Additionally, Terry serves her profession as a leader in attorney wellness initiatives. After earning a Broadcast Journalism degree from the University of Texas at Austin, Terry became a television news reporter covering the criminal courts. It was then that she decided to become a participant in rather than an observer of the legal system and made law school a goal. The road to law school was long (twenty-five years) and fraught with life-quakes and tragedies that included the suicidal deaths of her former husband (an attorney) and youngest daughter. It was those events that defined the kind of attorney and advocate Terry would become. At the age of fifty, Terry received her J.D. from Texas A & M University School of Law. Immediately after passing the bar exam, Terry volunteered with the Texas Lawyers Assistance Program and became active in the Dallas Bar Association’s Peer Assistance Committee. A prolific writer, speaker, and CLE presenter, Terry’s advocacy for attorney wellness was rewarded with the State Bar of Texas Presidential Citation, The Texas Bar Foundation Terry Lee Grantham Award, The Texas A&M University School of Law Dean Emeritus Award, and the Mental Health of America Greater Dallas Prism Award. Beyond her law related activities, Terry launched her own non-profit foundation with a focus on mental health awareness and education. It is through this organization that Terry carries her message of hope and healing to audiences throughout Texas and beyond. #stopmindingyourownbusiness.com. A Wounded Warrior and the Dog Who Saved Him Staff Sergeant Jason Morgan Veteran & Bestselling Author Staff Sergeant Jason Morgan grew up in North Dallas and enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1989. SSgt Morgan qualified as a member of an elite special operations unit that provided meteorological and combat support for special operations. In 1999 SSgt. Morgan volunteered to provide security during a special operation in the Andes Mountains. It was on that operation Morgan was severely injured. Jason Morgan is now a best-selling co-author of A Dog Called Hope: The Wounded Warrior and the Dog Who Saved Him.” His book is now published in 7 countries including Russia and has won two major international awards for excellence and featured on the Today Show. Jason and his dog have spoken all over the US, England and Scotland and has made appearances on morning television in America and England. Beyond ABC: Needs Facing Children in North Texas Vanessa Simpson, LCSW-S Integrated Behavioral Health, Children's Health Vanessa Simpson, LCSW-S earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Baylor University. Vanessa started her social work career as an intern at Children’s Health and has worked for Children’s Health for over 10 years in both the Social Work department and Behavioral Health department. Vanessa currently serves as the Manager for the TCHATT Program in the Behavioral Health Department. Vanessa has been a board-approved social work supervisor since 2020. Vanessa is a graduate of the Emerging Leaders Acceleration Program and MODEL Leadership Academy. She has been specifically trained in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care. Vanessa believes in promoting an environment of compassion and hope to help children, teens, and families overcome their struggles and mental health challenges. Vanessa also serves as an adjunct professor for the Diana R. Garland School of Social Work at Baylor University. Cristal Retana Lule VP Community Relations, Children's Health Cristal Retana Lule is dedicated to ensuring equitable access to opportunities and resources for a better quality of life. As Vice President of Community Relations at Children’s Health since January 2018, she oversees community outreach and public policy initiatives. Through her work, she has been instrumental in various initiatives and coalitions to advocate for the well-being of children and families. Cristal holds a B.S. in Chemistry and Government from Texas Woman’s University and has over fourteen years of experience in public policy, having worked with various elected officials. She served as Mayor Pro Tem for Farmers Branch from 2019 to 2022, the first person of color in that role. Her accolades include the DFW Hispanic 100 Emerging Latina Leader Award, La Cima Young Professional of the Year Award (2022), and the Blake Anderson Community Service Award (2019). Cristal has held leadership roles in numerous organizations, including the Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas and the North Dallas Chamber of Commerce. In her free time, she enjoys running, mentoring, and spending time with her husband Eric, her son Mateo, and her family who still reside in the DFW area. AGENDA 7:30 AM - Registration & Check In Opens 8:15 AM - Opening Remarks 9:00 AM - Morning Plenary #1 Stop Minding Your Own Business - Terry Bentley Hill, Attorney & Mental Health Advocate 10:15 AM - Morning Plenary #2 A Wounded Warrior and the Dog That Saved Him - Staff Sergeant Jason Morgan, Veteran & Bestselling Author 11:30 AM - Lunch Begins 12:00 PM - Luncheon Keynote Beyond ABC: Needs Facing Children in North Texas - Cristal Retana Lule, Vice President, Community Relations, Children's Health & Vanessa Simpson, LCSW-S, Manager, Integrated Behavioral Health, Children's Health 1:30 - 2:20 PM - Break Out Sessions #1 Bibliotherapy in the Therapy Play Room: Using Books to Help Children Process Trauma, Grief, and Abuse - Kelly Pullen M.A., LPC-S, RPT, Children's Advocacy Center of Collin County & Karen Ewing M.S., LPC, RPT, Children's Advocacy Center of Collin County DBT Interventions Targeting Aggression and Staff Burnout in Juvenile Justice Settings - Dr. Sheree L. Tarver Sylva-Senette, Clinical Coordinator, Dallas County Juvenile Department Letot Campus Inclusivity in Care: Overcoming Barriers and Creating Collaborative Systems for IDD and Mental Illness - Andrew Ahles, LMFT-S Clinical Training Manager, Metrocare Services & Allison Turner, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor DDP, Metrocare Services Verbal Communications: Disconnecting to Connect - Sergeant Joey Guerra, Plano Police Department 2:30 - 3:20 PM - Break Out Sessions #2 Trendy to Be Depressed: The Hidden Reasons Our Teens Aren’t Getting Better and How to Help - Leanne Foell, LCSW, Adolescent Speaker & Therapist State Strategies to Streamline Competency Restoration in Texas - Dr. Jennie Simpson, Associate Commissioner and State Forensic Director, Texas Health and Human Services Commission We Didn't Create this Closet: Advocating for LGBTQ+ Clients - Brian Kennedy, M.S., LPC, Room for Change The Grey Areas of an APOWW - Summer Land, Allen Police Department & Terry Qualls, McKinney Police Department 3:30 - 4:20 PM - Break Out Sessions #3 Problematic and Illegal Sexual Behavior in Youth and Adolescence - Nicholas La Mere, LPC, Dallas County Children's Advocacy Center Pre-Trial Intervention for Mentally Ill Defendants and Solutions for the Competency Waitlist - Lee Pierson, Chief, Mental Health Division, Dallas County District Attorney's Office & Kendall McKimmey, Deputy Chief, Mental Health Division, Dallas County District Attorney's Office Overdose Response Panel - Misty Harris, LCDC, NCAC, SAP, Collin County Substance Abuse Program Coordinator & Becky Tinney, LMSW, LCDC, CPS, Director of Special Projects, Recovery Council & Siddharth Rangan, Lifepath Systems Threat Team Building Capabilities - Courtney Runnels, Grand Prairie Police Department & Special Agent Jimmy Beachum, FBI 4:30 PM - Event Concludes

About Michelle Horridge Michelle has 23 years law enforcement experience; 18 years for Flower Mound Police Department, and is currently a Mental Health Coordinator/Detective. She graduated from Midwestern State University with a BA in Criminal Justice, has a Master TCOLE Peace Officer License, is a TCOLE Instructor, Peer Support Team Coordinator, Traffic Accident Investigator, Crime Prevention Specialist, and CIT Coordinator.

Kids, Teens, & Young Adults Ending the Silence NAMI's Ending the Silence program is a trio of engaging presentations to help schools and organizations serving youth and their families address mental health. Ending the Silence is a powerful tool in raising awareness, improving understanding and reducing stigma. LEARN MORE NAMI BASICS NAMI Basics is a free, six session program designed for parents and other family caregivers of children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral difficulties. NAMI Basics helps parents and other family caregivers understand the mental health conditions that may be causing these behavioral difficulties and the critical role families play in the treatment of those conditions. The program is taught by trained teachers who are also parents/family caregivers whose children experienced emotional or behavioral difficulties. LEARN MORE nami baSICS FOR pROFESSIONALS NAMI Basics is a free, six session program designed for parents and other family caregivers of children and adolescents experiencing mental health challenges. NAMI North Texas is now offering this class for professionals to help them better understand the impact that mental health conditions have on the youth as well as the family. The information provided will equip professionals working with youth and their families with unique insights that can enable them to work more collaboratively with families as part of the treatment team, as well as help them understand the value of referring their clients to NAMI Basics. LEARN MORE NAMI ON CAMPUS NAMI On Campus are student-led clubs that raise mental health awareness and reduce stigma in schools and college campuses through peer-led activities, education, and events. Through a partnership with NAMI North Texas, student leaders are empowered with toolkits, materials, and resources to make running the club fun and educational. NAMI On Campus clubs connect students with their local community and supports them in creating a culture free of judgment and accepting of reaching out for help; a more aware and mental health-supportive school culture. NAMI On Campus clubs are open to all students interested in mental health – It is not a support or therapy group. The club serves as a space where like minded students can spearhead activities and discussions that combat stigma and contribute to an overall positive climate for mental health. LEARN MORE NAMI North Texas is proud to partner with these schools, universities, churches, and community groups to encourage conversation about mental health. 我们热爱并感谢我们的赞助商。 Mental Health Facts: Children & Teens 10 Common Warning Signs of a Mental Health Condition in Teens and Young Adults Telling the difference between "normal" behaviors and what might be the signs of a mental health condition isn't always easy. Some common warning signs are highlighted in this video. For more local resource information for families and children, please visit our resource page .

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Class Schedule Welcome to the NAMI Classes page! Here, you can register for any open classes listed. Please note that some classes may be full, but you can still be waitlisted for future classes. Fall Classes Registration is Full, but You Can Still Join Us! Our fall sessions have closed, but you can still participate in our upcoming Family & Friends Seminar. Register and secure your spot! Register Here Jump To: Basics Family-to-Family De Familia a Familia Family & Friends Peer-to-Peer Homefront 6-week class for family of a youth under 22 with a mental health condition TBA TBA Waitlist 8-week class for family of an adult with a mental health condition September 9 Mondays | 6:30 PM September 9th - October 28th FUMC Rockwall - Room 117B 1200 E Yellow Jacket Lane, Rockwall, TX 75087 Waitlist 8-semana clases Para todos Septiembre 14 Los Sabados a las | 11:00am Septiembre 14 - Noviembre 2 Más información después del registro Via Zoom lista de espera 8-session program to educate adults with mental illness about their condition September 17 Tuesdays | 6:00 PM September 17th - November 5th Virtual | Zoom Waitlist 6-session educational program for families, caregivers and friends of military service members and veterans with mental health conditions. TBA TBA Waitlist 4-hour seminar for family, partners, and friends of an adult with a mental health condition November 9th Saturday | 9 AM - 2 PM Lakewood United Methodist Church 2443 ABRAMS Road Dallas, TX, 75214 Register Here

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Mohammad 'Pasha' Rahman Vice President Pharm D., MHA, FACHE Pasha Rahman is the Director of Pharmacy Services at Medical City Green Oaks Hospital in Dallas, Texas. Medical City Green Oaks Hospital is dedicated to inpatient psychiatric care, and has multiple outpatient programs and locations in North Texas. 作为一名前职业足球运动员，我可以获得心理健康资源。 NFL 和 NFL 球员协会联手创建了一个心理健康资源，供前任和现任球员在需要时寻求帮助。这是对我们和我们家人的免费服务。 我会在必要时使用这些资源，甚至只是检查一下我在生活中的位置和正在发生的事情。 上周，NAMI North Texas 开始了一项培训计划，旨在为执法部门（以及最终所有急救人员及其家人）提供一个完全保密、免费、无污名的心理健康支持网络。 通过设计，它解决了急救人员倾向于不寻求心理保健的最突出原因；社会和职业耻辱、对降职或失业的恐惧、无法找到能够与引起对心理健康专业人员需求的重复性创伤相关的提供者。该计划将是心理健康护理完全保密的第一步，使急救人员更容易寻求帮助。同伴支持者也将成为专业心理健康服务的桥梁。他们将接受培训，以识别同事的需求何时超过他们接受的培训，并帮助他们与具有与急救人员合作经验的治疗师、精神病医生或其他专业服务人员建立联系。 我一直尊重执法人员，是的，即使在一些困难的情况下，因为他们也有家庭，他们的首要任务是为社区提供服务，保护和服务。 蒂米纽瑟姆 NAMI NTX 总裁 有关我们的更多信息 守望先锋同伴支持计划（OPS） ， 联系我们的项目和运营总监， 克里斯托弗·佩恩 。

What types of services does NAMI North Texas provide? NAMI North Texas is a non-profit organization providing free education, advocacy, and support for individuals and family members affected by a mental health condition. We do not offer any medical or clinical services. We offer helpline support from 9 AM - 5 PM for callers wanting to obtain general information about mental health resources. You can reach us at (214) 341-7133. How can a person reach the NAMI North Texas helpline? The NAMI North Texas helpline is available by phone and email. Individuals seeking assistance can call (214) 341-7133 or email info@NAMINorthTexas.org. If no one is available to take your call immediately, please leave a message, and your call will be returned. Should you or anyone you know require emergency assistance, please dial 911. View our Emergency Guide and 911 Checklist for advice on speaking to law enforcement regarding a loved one with a mental health condition. What type of information is provided through the NAMI North Texas helpline? NAMI North Texas provides basic mental health information, contact information on resources available in Dallas, Collin, Denton and Rockwall Counties, as well as additional information about the education, support, and advocacy services we provide. Who are your services for? Our services are generally designed for individuals 18 years of age or older who have a mental health challenge OR are a family member/caregiver of a person with a mental health diagnosis. We also have programs and services for local companies, schools, businesses, city and state offices/divisions, etc., seeking training and presentations on mental health. What does NAMI mean by "peer"? A peer, in this case, is an individual living with a mental health condition and is in recovery. What does NAMI mean by "family member"? In this case, a family member/caregiver is an individual of a loved one living with a mental health condition. What is a NAMI North Texas support group? NAMI Connection is a free, 60-90 minute recovery support group for people living with a mental health condition where people learn from one another's experiences, share coping strategies, and offer mutual encouragement and understanding. The groups provide an ongoing opportunity to discuss the challenges of living with a mental health condition and techniques for maintaining wellness. All groups are facilitated by peers recovering from a mental health condition. NAMI Family Support Group is a free, 60-90 minute local meeting of caregivers of individuals with a mental health condition. Family members can talk frankly about their challenges and help one another through their learned wisdom. These meetings are facilitated by trained NAMI members in NAMI affiliates across the country, and participants are encouraged to share actively in the group's work. Support groups are ongoing throughout the year. The current schedule of NAMI North Texas support groups is HERE. Are NAMI North Texas support groups open to anyone? NAMI North Texas support groups are only for individuals 18 and over who live with a mental health condition OR family members/caregivers seeking peer support. What is a NAMI North Texas education class? Peer-to-Peer Education Class is a free, 8-week, peer-directed recovery education course open to any person with a mental health condition. Peer-to-Peer emphasizes recovery from mental health conditions as a feasible, supportable goal and challenges the stigma often wrongly associated with mental health conditions. Family-to-Family Education Class is a free, 8-week course for families, partners, and friends of individuals with a mental health condition taught by more than 3,500 trained NAMI Family members and caregivers of individuals living with a mental health condition. The course dwells on the emotional responses families have to the trauma of mental health conditions; many family members describe their experience in the program as life-changing. Familia-de-Familia Education Class is a free, 12-week course for families, partners, and friends of individuals with a mental health condition taught by more than 3,500 trained NAMI Family members and caregivers of individuals living with a mental health condition. The course dwells on the emotional responses families have to the trauma of mental health conditions; many family members describe their experience in the program as life-changing. NAMI Basics is a free, 6-week, peer-directed education program developed specifically for parents and other family caregivers of children and adolescents. Education classes are usually scheduled in seasonal blocks (Fall, Spring & Summer). Current courses are listed HERE. Does NAMI North Texas have any more class locations than what is listed on the website? The NAMI Signature Classes (Family-to-Family, Peer-to-Peer, and NAMI Basics) listed on the NAMI North Texas website are currently available for NAMI North Texas. To locate a free education class outside the NAMI Dallas service area, please visit www.nami.org and select the "Find Your Local NAMI" tab. This page will bring up a map of the United States, and visitors can choose a state and city in which a local NAMI affiliate may be located. Can a high school or college student attend a support group or education class for a research project? NAMI North Texas support groups are closed to students/professionals seeking to complete education/employment requirements. This guideline ensures that we protect our participants and maintain a healthy environment without any distractions or feelings of apprehension. However, some education courses may be open to students/professionals. Consent is REQUIRED from the teacher and participants enrolled in the class before visiting. If you are a student/professional and would like to see a class, please contact the NAMI North Texas office first at (214) 341-7133 or via email at info@NAMINorthTexas.org. Where can a person view a complete list of NAMI North Texas services? Click here for a list of services, or view the document below, available in both Spanish and English. Do you have to sign up for NAMI North Texas services? Individuals (family members and people living with a mental health condition) interested in taking a class must register to ensure we have enough material and space. The only requirement to attend a support group is that you are diagnosed with a mental health condition or a family member/caregiver of a person with a mental health condition. All NAMI North Texas services are FREE. Does NAMI North Texas provide housing/residential services? NAMI North Texas does not provide housing/residential services. We encourage anyone seeking housing information to contact Metro Dallas Homeless Alliance. Helpful information may also be available at boardinghome.org. Does NAMI North Texas provide transportation assistance? NAMI North Texas does not provide transportation. If you receive services through Medicaid, you may be eligible for The Medical Transportation Program. The Medical Transportation Program sets up non-emergency rides for people who have no other way to get to their Medicaid healthcare visits. This includes people with Medicaid, children who get services through the Children with Special Health Care Needs program, and people in the Transportation of Indigent Cancer Patients program. To get more information about the program, please visit txmedicaidride.net. The toll-free phone number you call depends on where you live: Live in the Dallas area? Call 1-855-687-3255 Everyone else can call 1-877-633-8747 Does NAMI North Texas conduct home visits, welfare checks, or provide home health aide services? NAMI North Texas does not conduct home visits, welfare checks, or provide home health aide services. For welfare checks, contact your local non-emergency police department. Can NAMI North Texas recommend/refer a psychiatrist, other medical professionals, or medical advice? NAMI North Texas does not provide referrals to doctors or therapists or provide any medical advice. Can NAMI North Texas recommend/refer a legal representative, legal services, or legal advice? NAMI North Texas does not recommend legal representatives, legal services, or legal advice. Can NAMI North Texas provide medication needs? NAMI North Texas is a non-clinical mental health organization. We do not have medical staff available to answer any questions regarding medications. Please follow up with your primary care physician or prescriber. In case of an emergency, please dial 911. What other resources does NAMI North Texas have for those seeking help? Please visit our Resource page and our Education & Support page for more information. How can someone obtain a mental illness warrant? To learn more about or obtain a mental illness warrant in the Dallas area, please call 214-653-7485 or 214-653-7418. Mental Illness warrant procedures vary in each county; if you are outside of Dallas County, please contact your local court to determine how to obtain a mental illness warrant. Does NAMI North Texas accept donations? NAMI North Texas accepts in-kind and monetary donations. Donations can be given through our secure online PayPal account, or checks may be mailed to 2812 Swiss Ave. Dallas, Texas 75204. Please call (214) 341-7133 to determine what in-kind donations are accepted. How much are the NAMI North Texas membership fees/dues? NAMI North Texas offers 3 levels of membership: Individual : $40 Family: $60 Open Door: $5 (for persons with a limited income source) Become a member here. Does NAMI North Texas utilize volunteer services? NAMI North Texas is a volunteer-based organization, and we welcome individuals of various backgrounds interested in helping support the mission of NAMI North Texas. Please visit our Volunteer page to learn more. What are NAMI North Texas' hours of operation? NAMI North Texas business hours are Monday-Friday from 9 AM – 5 PM.

Rompiendo Barreras Rompiendo Barreras es una serie de testimonios de personas sufriendo con una enfermedad mental o sus familiares. Es una colaboración con profecionales y especialistas en salud mental, los cuales quieren ayudar a la comunidad Ispana en Dallas y sus ciudades circunvecinas. Este projecto esta dirigido por Claudia Smith que es miembra de la Mesa Directiva de Nami North Texas y la cual es maestra del programa ‘’De Familia a Familia” en Español e Ingles por los ultimos 8 años. "Amo a mi familia, ellos son mi soporte. Amo caminar diariamente a mi perrito o trabajar en la jardinería (los dos son mi terapia). Me encanta dar las clases de Familia a Familia pues puedo RETRIBUIR todo el amor, ayuda y enseñanza que NAMI nos proporciono a mi y mi familia. Además las clases enseñan a otras familias a entender y ayudar a sus familiares que sufren con una enfermedad mental." Claudia Smith Family Advocate & Board Member Rompiendo Barreras is a series of testimonials from individuals suffering from mental illness or from their families, as well as professionals who aim to help the Spanish community in Dallas and surrounding areas. This project is led by Board Member Claudia Smith who has been a member of NAMI North Texas and teacher of Family-to-Family in both Spanish and English for the past 8 years. "I love my family, they are my support. I love walking my dog and gardening (they are also my therapy). I immensely enjoy teaching the Family-to-Family class because I am able to PAY BACK all the love, support, and teaching that NAMI provides for me and my family, and also teach other families how to understand and help their loved ones suffering with mental health issues." Rompiendo Barreras 播放影片 播放影片 05:45 Rompiendo Barreras | Breaking Barriers - Misael En este video, Misael habla de La Salud mental y como podemos apoyar a quienes padecen una enfermedad mental. In this video, Misael discusses mental health and how you can support those with a mental illness. 播放影片 播放影片 12:48 Rompiendo Barreras | Breaking Barriers - Jose Luis Jose Luis nos dice la historia de su amigo sufriendo con bipolaridad. Jose Luis tells his story of a friend suffering from bipolar disorder. 播放影片 播放影片 08:13 Rompiendo Barreras | Breaking Barriers - Aysel Aysel comparte su historia como madre de alguien que sufre de una enfermedad mental. Aysel shares her story as the mother of someone suffering from a mental illness. 播放影片 播放影片 12:31 Rompiendo Barreras: Comité de Abogacia | Breaking Barriers: Hispanic Community Advocacy Rompiendo Barreras es una serie de testimonios de personas sufriendo con una Enfermedad Mental o sus familiars. Profecionales y especialistas en Salud Mental, los cuales quieren ayudar a la Comunidad Ispana en Dallas y sus ciudades circunvecinas. Este projecto esta dirigido por Claudia Smith que es miembro de la Mesa Directiva de Nami North Texas y la cual es maestra del programa ‘’De Familia a Familia” en Espanol e Ingles por los ultimos 8 años. En èste video, conoceremos personas del Comité de Abogacia de NAMI North Texas, los cuales compartiràn sus propias experiencias en la Salud Mental y còmo Nami NTX mejorò sus vidas y la de sus familiares. Rompiendo Barreras is a series of testimonials from individuals suffering from mental illness directly or within their families, and professionals who aim to help the Spanish community in Dallas and the surrounding areas. This project is led by Board Member Claudia Smith who has been a member of NAMI North Texas and teacher of Family-to-Family in both Spanish and English for the past 8 years. In this video, we will meet members of the NAMI North Texas Advocacy Committee who will share their own personal experiences with mental health and NAMI NTX.

Isaac Padilla Isaac Padilla is the Managing Director and head of Project Management for RGD+B and Lucid, Inc. – sister design companies specializing in residential architecture and commercial architectural branding in Dallas, Texas. Former commercial clients include Ascension Coffee, Dallas Chop House, and Pizza Hut. Prior to his work with this group, he worked at 7-Eleven and served as the Franchising Marketing Manager for the US managing all marketing and advertising efforts for the franchise and business development teams – a role that didn’t exist before he came on board and one he crafted and created for the company. This work led him to travel across the US helping to franchise various 7-Eleven stores and to 7-Eleven Australia where he consulted the local team there on marketing and franchise recruiting efforts. 作为一名前职业足球运动员，我可以获得心理健康资源。 NFL 和 NFL 球员协会联手创建了一个心理健康资源，供前任和现任球员在需要时寻求帮助。这是对我们和我们家人的免费服务。 我会在必要时使用这些资源，甚至只是检查一下我在生活中的位置和正在发生的事情。 上周，NAMI North Texas 开始了一项培训计划，旨在为执法部门（以及最终所有急救人员及其家人）提供一个完全保密、免费、无污名的心理健康支持网络。 通过设计，它解决了急救人员倾向于不寻求心理保健的最突出原因；社会和职业耻辱、对降职或失业的恐惧、无法找到能够与引起对心理健康专业人员需求的重复性创伤相关的提供者。该计划将是心理健康护理完全保密的第一步，使急救人员更容易寻求帮助。同伴支持者也将成为专业心理健康服务的桥梁。他们将接受培训，以识别同事的需求何时超过他们接受的培训，并帮助他们与具有与急救人员合作经验的治疗师、精神病医生或其他专业服务人员建立联系。 我一直尊重执法人员，是的，即使在一些困难的情况下，因为他们也有家庭，他们的首要任务是为社区提供服务，保护和服务。 蒂米纽瑟姆 NAMI NTX 总裁 有关我们的更多信息 守望先锋同伴支持计划（OPS） ， 联系我们的项目和运营总监， 克里斯托弗·佩恩 。