May Is Mental Health Awareness Month: Let’s Talk About It

May is Mental Health Awareness Month — a time to raise awareness, break the stigma, and encourage open conversations around mental well-being. At NEW Health, we believe that mental health is just as important as physical health, and we’re here to support our communities with compassionate, accessible care.

Mental Health Matters

Millions of Americans are affected by mental health conditions each year. Whether it’s anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, or other mental health concerns — no one should face these challenges alone. According to the CDC, mental health conditions are common and treatable, and early support can make a big difference.

Behavioral Health at NEW Health

At NEW Health, we offer integrated Behavioral Health Services across our clinics to support your mental and emotional well-being. Our services include:

Brief counseling or therapy for:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Stress
• Grief and loss
• Family challenges
• Trauma
• Veterans
• Other mental health concerns

A Safe Space to Heal

Whether you’re reaching out for the first time or continuing your mental health journey, we want you to know: you are not alone. NEW Health is a judgment-free, welcoming place where healing begins with a conversation.

Learn more about our NEW Health Behavioral Health services here!

Let’s Keep the Conversation Going

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we encourage everyone to:

• Check in with yourself and others
• Be open to asking for help — it’s a strength, not a weakness
• Connect with community resources, like NEW Health, for support

Taking care of your mental health is an important part of living a full, healthy life. If you or someone you know needs support, we’re here to help.

👉 Learn more about our Behavioral Health services at newhealth.org.
📞 Or call us at 509-935-6004 to schedule an appointment.

Some statistics and insights in this post are sourced from the CDC.

For crisis support, call or text the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 any time of day!

It can be hard to reach out to someone when things are overwhelming. Conversation is a powerful coping tool. Talking or texting with someone on an anonymous, private helpline can relieve stress.