Women’s Health Month: Motherhood, Mental Health, and Support

In our inaugural episode of The Horizon Line, Ryan sits down with Kelli Griffiths, Maternal & Infant Program Manager at Centra, and Shiloh Martin, Project Link Coordinator at Horizon Behavioral Health to explore the unique mental health challenges faced by women, particularly in the context of maternal health. Listen in as we highlight the importance of understanding and supporting women through various stages of motherhood, including the significance of Bereaved Mother's Day, share insights on accessing mental health resources, the stigma surrounding mental health, and the various support services available here in Central Virginia, including Project Link and community resources. The conversation concludes with self-care strategies and the importance of setting boundaries.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Mental Health and Women's Health02:08 Understanding Bereaved Mother's Day04:51 Unique Mental Health Challenges for Women10:29 Accessing Mental Health Resources15:16 Support Programs for Women and Families20:31 National and Local Mental Health Resources22:54 Self-Care and Support Strategies25:00 Project Link and Specialized Programs28:35 Upcoming Trainings and EventsAbout Horizon Behavioral HealthHorizon Behavioral Health has been the primary public behavioral healthcare provider in Central Virginia for over 56 years. We provide comprehensive services for adults and children addressing mental health, substance use, and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Horizon is accredited by CARF International, representing the highest level of accreditation in the field of behavioral health.The Horizon Line is a podcast produced by Horizon Behavioral Health and recorded at the Horizon Wellness Center at Langhorne. Each episode is designed to inform, inspire, and reduce the stigma surrounding behavioral health through authentic conversations with professionals, individuals with lived experience, and community leaders.Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or behavioral health concern.Contact Us: Have questions, feedback, or want to get involved? The best way to reach us is by emailing ⁠[email protected]⁠.Follow Horizon Behavioral Health:Twitter: ⁠@Horizon_BH⁠Instagram: ⁠@Horizon_BH_⁠YouTube: ⁠@HorizonBehavioralHealth⁠Facebook: ⁠@HorizonBH⁠Learn more at: ⁠⁠HorizonBH.org⁠Copyright Notice:© [2025] Horizon Behavioral Health. All rights reserved. This podcast and its content may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, or otherwise used without the prior written permission of Horizon Behavioral Health.