Recap of Dopamine Hacks for the Burnt Out Brain
If you’ve been feeling stuck, scattered, or just plain exhausted, you’re not alone, and you’re not lazy. On July 23, 2025, Mental Health Connecticut hosted a powerful Virtual Lunch & […]
Minority Mental Health Month: Why Representation and Person-Centered Care Matter
July is Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to emphasize the unique mental health challenges faced by minority communities. Established in 2008 in honor of […]
The Rising Tide of Political Violence and How We Move Forward
This past weekend, a shocking act of violence in Minnesota added to the growing list of politically targeted crimes when Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, were killed, […]
Mental Health Musings: Mental Illness Terms
CBS’s 60 Minutes used to conclude each program with random observations from resident curmudgeon Andy Rooney, who often began his remarks with ”Did you ever wonder…?” I always enjoyed his […]
How the CT Collaborative to End Loneliness Is Impacting Lives
Loneliness isn’t just a fleeting feeling; it’s a growing public health crisis. In Connecticut and across the nation, an increasing number of people are reporting feelings of isolation, disconnection, and […]
Let’s Face It: Meet Corey “Pheez” Lee
Corey’s story was recently highlighted by NBC. Watch the powerful feature here. Corey Lee, better known as Pheez, is a hip-hop artist, Navy veteran, father, husband, homeowner, podcast host, and […]
Let’s Face It: Meet Julia DiCola
At 68 years old, Julia DiCola is living proof that it’s never too late to become who you truly are. A proud transgender woman, community advocate, and founder of OurTransLife, […]
Let’s Face It: Meet Evelyn Alejandro
For Evelyn Alejandro, mental health isn’t just a topic, it’s a journey she’s lived. A business owner based in Connecticut, Evelyn has experienced firsthand the ripple effects of silence and […]
Let’s Face It: Meet David Haberfeld
A landlord by trade, David has witnessed a wide range of human experiences, including housing instability, addiction, loneliness, and hoarding, some of which he has also encountered within his own […]
Let’s Face It: Meet Mimi Gonzalez
An award-winning social impact strategist, mental health advocate, LinkedIn influencer, and founder of griefsense, Mimi Gonzalez is reshaping how we talk about grief and mental health, especially in the workplace. […]
