Virginia’s oldest mental health advocacy organization
Statement from leading mental health and substance use organizations on drastic HHS staffing reductions
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
Statement on Drastic HHS Staffing Reductions
The federal government funds major parts of our mental health services, as well as the mental health services provided by many other...
Protect Medicaid Healthcare
Medicaid health insurance covers almost one-third of people with a mental illness, and it could face devastating cuts in the upcoming...
MHV Seeks Executive Director
As our current Executive Director nears retirement, Mental Health Virginia is seeking a talented and dedicated, full-time Executive...
Executive Director Sets Retirement Date
I am very fortunate to have worked in a job that I love and for a mission that I believe in, and so it is with mixed emotions that I...
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 Initiatives
Trauma-informed Training and Recovery Support for Virginia Crime and/or Trauma Survivors
(Re)STORE: Essentials
Wednesday, May 14
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
The full (Re)STORE program includes an introductory webinar, a virtual training and culminates with an in-person retreat.
Format: This live 4-hour virtual training is free of charge and intended for Virginia victims of crime and/or trauma survivors.
Topics include: Trauma awareness, self-compassion, self-awareness
Facilitators: Kevin Kelly, CPRS and Heather Fossen, CPRS
CEUs: 4 VCB-approved hours of education
Take action for your own mental health
Mental health can’t wait. Taking action for your personal mental well-being—whether by setting boundaries, reaching out for support, or practicing self-care—can make a lasting difference. This Mental Health Month, prioritize yourself and explore the resources that can help you build resilience, manage challenges, and thrive.
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