This innovative presentation focuses on the innate capabilities within yourself to address workplace stressors and challenges. Participants will delve into these intrinsic strengths and learn how to harness them to unlock their full potential. The session includes guided journaling activities to help compartmentalize challenges and adopt a solutions-oriented mindset. It concludes with a reflective exercise emphasizing the concept of innate worth, designed to uplift both coworkers and oneself.

Register HERE

“How Do I Help?”

If your loved one is affected by mental illness, you are in a similar situation with many other family members and caregivers. Wondering what to do and how you can help?
Family-to-Family is a 9-session program designed just for you.

To join the interest list, please visit HERE or call (714) 544-8488.

If you suffer from a mental illness, you find yourself in a similar situation to many others. Looking for resources? Persona de Persona is a free, eight-week program designed just for you.

Complete nuestro formulario de interés en es.namioc.org/classes ¿Preguntas? Llámenos al (714) 544-8488

👟 Kick Off the Challenge at Our Decorating Party!
📅 When: Sunday, November 9th | 1–4 PM
📍 Where: Michael’s, 6218 Irvine Blvd Center, Irvine, CA 92620
🖌️ Supplies provided — just BYOS (Bring Your Own Shoes)!

Stepping Forward for Mental Health (In Green Shoes!)

Join us at NAMIWalks Orange County and turn every step into a bold statement for mental health!

How it Works:
✅ Rock Your Greens – Wear green shoes OR deck out your sneakers with laces, paint, glitter, or anything bold.
✅ Walk the Walk – Register today at namiwalks.org/orangecounty and join us on November 15 at Angel Stadium.
✅ Show Them Off – Snap a pic of your shoes and post with #GreenShoeChallenge #NAMIWalksOC and tag @nami_oc
✅ Tag & Challenge Friends – Nominate a friend (or two!) to join the movement and keep the ripple growing.

Why Green?
Green is the national color of mental health awareness. By walking in green shoes, you’re not just making a fashion statement — you’re declaring:
Mental health matters. No one should walk alone.

Join us for a powerful and heartfelt webinar featuring speakers Laurie Carson and Lori Bernstein, as they share their personal journeys of living with mental health conditions.

Through honest and moving storytelling, they will offer insight into the daily realities of managing mental health and provide guidance on how to compassionately support loved ones who are facing a diagnosis. This session is designed to foster understanding, reduce stigma, and empower attendees with tools to build stronger, more supportive relationships.

Register today at no cost!

👟 Kick Off the Challenge at Our Decorating Party!
📅 When: Sunday, November 2nd | 1–4 PM
📍 Where: Michael’s, 1212 Irvine Blvd, Tustin, CA 92780
🖌️ Supplies provided — just BYOS (Bring Your Own Shoes)!

Stepping Forward for Mental Health (In Green Shoes!)

Join us at NAMIWalks Orange County and turn every step into a bold statement for mental health!

How it Works:
✅ Rock Your Greens – Wear green shoes OR deck out your sneakers with laces, paint, glitter, or anything bold.
✅ Walk the Walk – Register today at namiwalks.org/orangecounty and join us on November 15 at Angel Stadium.
✅ Show Them Off – Snap a pic of your shoes and post with #GreenShoeChallenge #NAMIWalksOC and tag @nami_oc
✅ Tag & Challenge Friends – Nominate a friend (or two!) to join the movement and keep the ripple growing.

Why Green?
Green is the national color of mental health awareness. By walking in green shoes, you’re not just making a fashion statement — you’re declaring:
Mental health matters. No one should walk alone.

Join NAMI Orange County for our next Knowledge Forum on The Power of Empathetic Listening, presented by Arna Vodenos, Clinical Director of the NAMI OC Warmline and Registered Psychological Associate with the California Board of Psychology.

This engaging session will explore how empathy and active listening can foster connection, healing, and resilience. Learn practical ways to:

• Listen without judgment and offer compassion

• Reassure and empower others through skills and resources

• Prevent and manage vicarious trauma as a caregiver

Whether you support others personally or professionally, this session will provide valuable insights and tools to strengthen your ability to listen and respond with empathy.

Register at no cost today!

👟 Kick Off the Challenge at Our Decorating Party!
📅 When: Sunday, October 26th | 1–4 PM
📍 Where: Michael’s, 2807 Park Ave, Tustin, CA 9278
🖌️ Supplies provided — just BYOS (Bring Your Own Shoes)!

Stepping Forward for Mental Health (In Green Shoes!)

Join us at NAMIWalks Orange County and turn every step into a bold statement for mental health!

How it Works:
✅ Rock Your Greens – Wear green shoes OR deck out your sneakers with laces, paint, glitter, or anything bold.
✅ Walk the Walk – Register today at namiwalks.org/orangecounty and join us on November 15 at Angel Stadium.
✅ Show Them Off – Snap a pic of your shoes and post with #GreenShoeChallenge #NAMIWalksOC and tag @nami_oc
✅ Tag & Challenge Friends – Nominate a friend (or two!) to join the movement and keep the ripple growing.

Why Green?
Green is the national color of mental health awareness. By walking in green shoes, you’re not just making a fashion statement — you’re declaring:
Mental health matters. No one should walk alone.

“How Do I Help?”

If your loved one is affected by mental illness, you are in a similar situation with many other family members and caregivers. Wondering what to do and how you can help?
Family-to-Family is a 9-session program designed just for you.

To join the interest list, please visit HERE or call (714) 544-8488.

De Familia a Familia Clases

"¿Cómo ayudo a un ser querido con una enfermedad mental?"
Si su ser querido es afectado por una afección de salud mental, usted se encuentra en una situación similar con muchas otras familias y cuidadores. Familia-a-Familia es un programa de 8 sesiones diseñado solo para usted sin costo!

Complete nuestro formulario de interés en es.namioc.org/classes
¿Preguntas? Llámenos al (714) 544-8488

👟 Kick Off the Challenge at Our Decorating Party!
📅 When: Sunday, October 19th | 1–4 PM
📍 Where: Michael’s, 6218 Irvine Blvd Center, Irvine, CA 92620
🖌️ Supplies provided — just BYOS (Bring Your Own Shoes)!

Stepping Forward for Mental Health (In Green Shoes!)

Join us at NAMIWalks Orange County and turn every step into a bold statement for mental health!

How it Works:
✅ Rock Your Greens – Wear green shoes OR deck out your sneakers with laces, paint, glitter, or anything bold.
✅ Walk the Walk – Register today at namiwalks.org/orangecounty and join us on November 15 at Angel Stadium.
✅ Show Them Off – Snap a pic of your shoes and post with #GreenShoeChallenge #NAMIWalksOC and tag @nami_oc
✅ Tag & Challenge Friends – Nominate a friend (or two!) to join the movement and keep the ripple growing.

Why Green?
Green is the national color of mental health awareness. By walking in green shoes, you’re not just making a fashion statement — you’re declaring:
Mental health matters. No one should walk alone.

“How Do I Help?”

If your loved one is affected by mental illness, you are in a similar situation with many other family members and caregivers. Wondering what to do and how you can help?
Family-to-Family is a 9-session program designed just for you.

To join the interest list, please visit HERE or call (714) 544-8488.

Strong communication is the foundation of healthy and meaningful connections. This interactive session explores the core principles of effective communication and provides actionable strategies to strengthen these skills.

Participants will:

• Learn how to approach sensitive or complex conversations with confidence and empathy

• Practice practical techniques to foster clarity and connection

• Explore the importance of setting healthy boundaries to protect mental well-being

• Engage in an interactive activity designed to encourage thoughtful feedback and complete a personal boundary assessment

Register Here

Peer-to-Peer (P2P) is a no-cost, 8-week educational program for adults (18+) with a mental health condition who are looking to better understand their condition and journey toward recovery.

P2P is taught by a trained team of people who have experience living with a mental health condition. The program includes presentations, discussion, and interactive exercises.

To join the interest list, please visit HERE or call (714) 544-8488.

Join us for a powerful and heartfelt webinar featuring speakers John Reynolds and Daniel Shoemaker, as they share their personal journeys of living with mental health conditions.

Through honest and moving storytelling, they will offer insight into the daily realities of managing mental health and provide guidance on how to compassionately support loved ones who are facing a diagnosis. This session is designed to foster understanding, reduce stigma, and empower attendees with tools to build stronger, more supportive relationships.

Register today HERE

👟 Kick Off the Challenge at Our Decorating Party!
📅 When: Sunday, September 28 | 12:30–3:30 PM
📍 Where: Michael’s, 2807 Park Ave, Tustin, CA 92782
🖌️ Supplies provided — just BYOS (Bring Your Own Shoes)!

More dates and locations coming soon — follow us on social media for updates!

Stepping Forward for Mental Health (In Green Shoes!)

Join us at NAMIWalks Orange County and turn every step into a bold statement for mental health!

How it Works:
✅ Rock Your Greens – Wear green shoes OR deck out your sneakers with laces, paint, glitter, or anything bold.
✅ Walk the Walk – Register today at namiwalks.org and join us on November 15 at Angel Stadium.
✅ Show Them Off – Snap a pic of your shoes and post with #GreenShoeChallenge #NAMIWalksOC and tag @nami_oc
✅ Tag & Challenge Friends – Nominate a friend (or two!) to join the movement and keep the ripple growing.

Why Green?
Green is the national color of mental health awareness. By walking in green shoes, you’re not just making a fashion statement — you’re declaring:
Mental health matters. No one should walk alone.

Join us for an engaging session on mental health awareness. Learn to recognize common signs, explore self-care tools, and debunk myths that fuel stigma. Walk away with practical strategies to support your wellbeing and a more compassionate understanding of mental health.

Register Here

“How Do I Help?”

If your loved one is affected by mental illness, you are in a similar situation with many other family members and caregivers. Wondering what to do and how you can help?
Family-to-Family is a 9-session program designed just for you.

To join the interest list, please visit HERE or call (714) 544-8488.

“How Do I Help?”

If your loved one is affected by mental illness, you are in a similar situation with many other family members and caregivers. Wondering what to do and how you can help?
Family-to-Family is a 9-session program designed just for you.

To join the interest list, please visit HERE or call (714) 544-8488.

Mental Health Awareness Month’s May Event

Bring your friends and family to our Mental Health Resource Fair happening Wednesday, May 28th from 6:00pm - 8:00pm. This event will be full of community engagement, self-care activities, and food provided at no-cost! Enjoy a fun evenening of connection and connect with others.

Register for this event at namiocevents.eventbrite.com

We’ll see you there!

“How Do I Help?”

If your loved one is affected by mental illness, you are in a similar situation with many other family members and caregivers. Wondering what to do and how you can help?
Family-to-Family is a 9-session program designed just for you.

To join the interest list, please visit HERE or call (714) 544-8488.