Will to Wellness

In this episode, Teena sits down with Paula Ekstrom from the Wilmington Coalition for a Healthier Community to discuss youth mental health and substance misuse prevention in rural areas. *Listener discretion is advised due to sensitive subject matter.

In this episode of Will to Wellness, we hear from Linda and a little about her experiences. Linda credits her engagement with the "Mental Health Matters" program as critical, noting that it provided the financial support necessary to continue therapy after she lost her job. She emphasizes that it is essential for individuals to find a therapist they "click" with and to not feel discouraged if the first professional they see is not the right match. *Listener discretion is advised due to sensitive subject matter.

In this episode of Will to Wellness, host Teena Mackey sits down with grantee Jim O'Connor from the Second Story Foundation to discuss men’s mental health and the critical pathways to navigating long-term sobriety at Second Story Ranch.*Some episodes may include mature or sensitive subject matter that could be emotionally challenging for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

In this episode of Will to Wellness, host Teena Mackey interviews Katie Diaz Hughes, co-founder of Mental Health Matters Fund, about how their organization uses grant funding to provide critical financial assistance to underinsured residents needing therapy and mental health support. We also learn more about the story behind Mental Health Matters Fund and its impact.*Some episodes may include mature or sensitive subject matter that could be emotionally challenging for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.