Virginia’s oldest mental health advocacy organization
Virginia drops from 12th to 22nd in the 2025 State of Mental Health in America Report
Mental Health America (MHA) has shared its findings in the most recent iteration of its annual State of Mental Health in America Report. Data was collected from all 50 states and the District of Columbia, which utilized 17 different measures that were averaged to create overall rankings.
What We Do
Advocacy
We advocate for a better mental health system and public understanding that mental health is essential to everyone’s overall health.
- Increase public awareness, decrease stigma and keep mental health issues on the forefront of policy and legislative agendas.
- Educate policy makers about the barriers preventing people from receiving the help they need, and identify solutions.
Peer Run Warm Line
Free, anonymous and confidential
866-400-6428
Call, text or chat
Virginia’s Peer-Run Warm Line and other resources for wellness and recovery. Not a crisis hotline, the warm line helps keep people out of crisis. Staff listen nonjudgmentally, and can help identify coping strategies, resources and support for your mental health well-being.
Recovery Education
For individuals who have experienced challenges with trauma, mental health or addiction, our programs incorporate recovery principles, encourage self-empowerment and model peer support practices. Programs include peer facilitated webinars and in-person trainings.
Probation Peer Support
Our Peer Support Wellness program is completely free and voluntary. Once referred, with your permission, one of our Peer Support Specialists will reach out to you to get started.
Latest News
Virginia drops from 12th to 22nd in the 2025 State of Mental Health in America Report
Written by: Kiersten ‘KiKi’ Szymecki, MSW Policy Intern Mental Health America (MHA) has shared its findings in the most recent...
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High School Stress
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Making a Difference
“Being able to talk to you is like a magic wand. I feel so much better having talked to you and have someone just listen to me.“
“The opportunity to use what was learned to advocate for mental health“
“That I could relate to what she was going through, non-judgmental and supportive. “
Current Events
Back to School with Mental Health in Mind
As the new school year kicks off, we’ve got you covered with resources that support your outreach now—and all year long.
Explore the new MHA Back to School with Mental Health in Mind webpage. We break down common concerns for students and caregivers into plain-language information that can be shared throughout the school year.
You’ll also find printable handouts to share in your community, covering depression, anxiety, psychosis, trauma, and suicide prevention. Print them for school events, clinics, libraries, or anywhere families gather.
Supporting Young Minds
Mental Health America (MHA) has developed the 2025 Supporting Young Minds guide to help youth recognize their feelings, build resilience, and use their voices to shape change in their schools and communities.
The State of Mental Health in America 2025
The State of Mental Health in America report highlights the latest national data and provides state-level rankings on mental health and well-being in the U.S. Through this report, Mental Health America offers critical insights to drive policy, improve care, and support people living with mental health conditions across the country.