Join us for a powerful and heartfelt webinar featuring speakers Lori Bernstein and Charlie Forcucci, as they share their personal journeys of living with mental health conditions.
NAMI Basics is a no-cost, 6-week educational program for parents and caregivers of children and teens (under 18) who are living with a mental health condition.
Join us for Virtual Yoga NAMI Nights, a free online yoga class designed for all experience levels. This beginner-friendly session focuses on gentle movement and simple breathing techniques to help you relax and reset. No prior yoga experience is needed, and all ages are welcome. Whether you’re brand new to yoga or just looking for a low-key evening stretch, this virtual class offers an easy, accessible way to unwind from home.
Join NAMI Orange County for our next Knowledge Forum on The Power of Lived Experience, 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 the power of lived experience can foster connection, healing, and resilience.
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.
“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.
"¿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
“How Do I Help?”
If your loved one is affected by mental illness, you are in a similar situation to 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 to 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 in5 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
From Both Sides of the Couch is a powerful Knowledge Forum featuring Hufsa Ahmad, LMFT. Drawing from her experience as both a therapist and someone with lived mental health challenges, Hufsa explores common myths around mental health and addiction, the science of resilience, and practical ways to offer compassionate, non-judgmental support without burnout. Open to family members, peers, providers, students, and anyone interested in mental health, this event offers insight, connection, and encouragement while fostering empathy and reducing stigma.
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.
“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.
Join us for a CARE Together presentation with Pinkal Panchal exploring how human psychology shapes our relationships within complex family dynamics. We’ll look at how early experiences influence attachment, why certain patterns and reactions show up in our relationships, and how common love styles - Pleaser, Avoider, Vacillator, Controller, and Victim - develop when core needs aren’t met.
You’ll also gain insight into what conflicts are truly about, the tension between safety and connection, and practical ways to shift from automatic reactions to greater awareness. Attendees will leave with tools for creating healthier communication, deeper understanding, and more connected relationships within complicated family systems.
Join us for a powerful and heartfelt webinar featuring speakers Gina Capobianco and Lauren Rhodes, as they share their personal journeys of living with mental health conditions.
“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.
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 Danny Gibbs and John Reynolds, as they share their personal journeys of living with mental health conditions.
Learn how to support older adults during the holidays - addressing isolation, stress, grief, caregiver burnout & sharing helpful resources
Join us for Supporting Older Adults During the Holidays, a Care Together session led by Christine Tran-Le from Council on Aging. The holiday season can be joyful, but it can also bring unique challenges for older adults and their caregivers. In this session, Christine will share practical tips and insights on topics like understanding isolation versus loneliness, mental health in older adults, managing holiday stress, coping with grief and changing family dynamics, and preventing caregiver burnout. We’ll also talk about ways to encourage meaningful social engagement and highlight community resources available during the holidays. Whether you’re a caregiver, family member, or simply want to learn more, this conversation will help you make the season a time of connection and support.
Celebrate the season with NAMI Orange County at our Snow Much Fun Holiday Party! Step into a winter wonderland for an evening filled with cozy cheer, community connection, and frosty fun as we embrace the magic of the holidays!
What to Expect:
❄️ Creative winter-themed crafts
🎅 A special visit from Santa
🎶 Festive music to set the holiday mood
🧁 Desserts & refreshing treats
🤝 Our resource table for support and community connection
Bring your friends, family, and loved ones to share in a night of joy, warmth, and togetherness. Let’s gather to celebrate the season and make Snow Much Fun memories that will last all year long!
“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.
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.
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.
“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.
Join us to celebrate our annual NAMIWalks OC as we raise funds to support vital NAMI OC Programs 🎉
Walk Website: www.namiwalks.org/orangecounty
Hope to see you there!! ☻
A morning of fun, entertainment, exercise and connection to end the stigma and continue the conversation around mental health.
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Make a Donation - Donate Here!
Join NAMI Orange County, Bristol Myers Squibb, and College Hospital Costa Mesa for a three-part educational series designed to increase understanding and awareness of schizophrenia. Each session offers a unique perspective—from clinical insight to family experiences and personal stories of recovery—highlighting the importance of empathy, education, and support. Together, we can break the stigma and foster a more compassionate community.
Join us for a powerful and heartfelt webinar featuring speakers Gina Capobianco and Susan Davis, as they share their personal journeys of living with mental health conditions
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 NAMI Orange County, Bristol Myers Squibb, and College Hospital Costa Mesa for a three-part educational series designed to increase understanding and awareness of schizophrenia. Each session offers a unique perspective—from clinical insight to family experiences and personal stories of recovery—highlighting the importance of empathy, education, and support. Together, we can break the stigma and foster a more compassionate community.
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.
👟 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.
