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Each May, Mental Health Awareness Month is a national call to action, encouraging individuals, families, and communities to prioritize emotional well-being. Tarzana Treatment Centers (TTC), a leader in integrated behavioral health services in Southern California, embraces this observance as a time to empower, educate, and support those affected by mental health conditions. From youth to older adults, TTC offers inclusive and accessible care that meets individuals where they are. 

Why Mental Health Awareness Matters

According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIH), 1 in 5 U.S. adults experiences mental illness each year. Moreover, MH challenges affect daily functioning, relationships, school, and work performance. Despite their prevalence, mental health issues remain stigmatized and under-treated. 

As the NIH highlights, “Mental illnesses include many different conditions that vary in degree of severity, ranging from mild to moderate to severe. Two broad categories can be used to describe these conditions: Any Mental Illness (AMI) and Serious Mental Illness (SMI). AMI encompasses all recognized mental illnesses. SMI is a smaller and more severe subset of AMI.” 

TTC provides high-quality, evidence-based care for individuals across all age groups. From Inpatient Psychiatric Stabilization for SMI to Outpatient Treatment Options, TTC provides MH services across the range of needs. If you or a loved one needs help, please be proactive and contact us today.  

Community Outreach During Mental Health Awareness Month 

Throughout May, Tarzana Treatment Centers steps up its mental health awareness efforts with impactful community outreach. TTC hosts educational workshops, free screening events, and mental health resource drives in Los Angeles County. These initiatives aim to reduce stigma, improve access to services, and connect individuals to care as early as possible. 

By collaborating with local schools, community centers, and healthcare partners, TTC ensures that underserved populations—especially youth and families—receive the support they need. Indeed, mental health awareness goes hand in hand with mental health treatment and support. 

Comprehensive Mental Health Treatment for Adults & Youth

TTC offers a full continuum of mental health services, including individual therapy, psychiatric evaluation, case management, and medication-assisted treatment. With MH programs tailored to both adults and youth, TTC addresses challenges ranging from anxiety and depression to severe mood and trauma-related disorders. 

For children and adolescents, TTC provides school-based interventions, family therapy, and developmentally appropriate treatment strategies. For adults, integrated care ensures that mental health, physical health, and substance use needs are treated together for the best outcomes. 

Breaking the Stigma Through Mental Health Awareness

A core goal of mental health awareness is to reduce stigma, which often prevents individuals from asking for help. TTC’s ongoing campaigns focus on open conversations, peer support, and community education—helping people understand that mental health conditions are not a weakness, but a part of the human experience. 

TTC helps create safe spaces where healing can begin by fostering a professional culture of compassion and understanding. 

Please Take Positive Action and Help

Mental Health Awareness Month is a powerful opportunity to prioritize well-being, check in with loved ones, and advocate for mental health parity. Hence, Tarzana Treatment Centers encourages individuals to get involved, learn more, and seek help.  Please contact us to learn more!