Did you know that More than 600,000 children are abused in the U.S

Here to talk with us today is Kayla Crawford, a licensed mental health Counselor and the founder of

Join Kasie Wallace as she talks about what it means to practice mindfulness.

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, confidential support to people in suicidal crisis or mental health-related distress.

Did you know that May is National Children's Mental Health Awareness Month? 

Mental Health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence throughout adulthood. It’s an important part of overall health and refers to a person’s emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices. Each year millions of Americans, including children and young adults struggle from mental illness?  In this months podcast, we're going to hear from Jada, Zoey and McKayla as they share some of their lived experiences and the importance of supporting children and youth throughout their emotional journeys. 

Join in as Cathedra Winston shares some selfcare tips and strategies for  dealing with grief and loss.

Welcome to the podcast Mind Matters created by Orange County Government's Mental Health and Homelessness Division as a part of the Orange County Mind Matters behavioral health initiative.

Our goal in this series is to provide accurate, helpful and relevant information about mental health concerns and to share some strategies that you and your family can use to manage these challenges. We also want to spread the message loud and clear that experiencing mental health concerns especially in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic is normal, and we’re in this together.

Our guest today is April Boykin, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. April is the co-owner of Counseling Resource Services.  April has a Master's Degree in Social Work from East Carolina University and over 30 years experience.  She is an accomplished educator and trainer in the areas of program evaluation, professional development, strategic planning, team building and agency management, as well as direct service topics.  April has worked in the academic, corporate and non-profit sectors, with managers, boards, and staff.  In addition, April provides direct service to families, children, adults, and seniors.

Welcome to the podcast Mind Matters! This podcast is a part of the Mind Matters behavioral health initiative led by Orange County Government.

Our goal of this series is to provide accurate, helpful and relevant information about mental health concerns and to share some strategies that you and your family can use to manage these challenges. We also want to spread the message loud and clear that experiencing mental health concerns especially in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic is normal, and we’re in this together.

Our guest today is Dr. Deborah Beidal, Trustee Chair, Professor of Psychology and Medical Education and the Executive Director of UCF RESTORES. UCF RESTORES is a clinical research center and treatment clinic that is transforming the way post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other trauma-related concerns are understood, diagnosed and treated.