Mental Health Matters

Mental Health Matters
Thursday, June 4th, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

As a result of the deadly pandemic, America is facing a growing mental health crisis. Isolation and financial upheaval could further harm the economy as many people face fear and uncertainty that is unprecedented in many ways.

Data from the previous financial crisis alone clearly demonstrates that supporting mental health and wellness should be included as a component of every re-opening plan.

Experts will offer practical strategies to help address the significant rise in anxiety, depression, trauma and substance misuse resulting from or made worse by the COVID-19 pandemic. 

• Michael Orth, MSW, Commissioner, Westchester Department of Community Mental Health
   
• Bernadette Kingham-Bez,  Senior Vice President for Behavioral Health Services, Saint Joseph’s Medical Center
   
• Dr. Adwoa Akhu, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, clinician, former president of the New York Association of Black Psychologists, and a former board member of the Association of Black Psychologists