Mental Health Awareness Month

Three Years of Expanding Mental Health Access in Sonoma Valley

For the past three years, Hanna Center has been growing mental health services across Sonoma Valley—supporting youth, families, and individuals through care that is accessible, community-based, and grounded in real outcomes.

Mental Health Awareness Month at Hanna Center

This May, we’re bringing our community together to recognize Mental Health Awareness Month and reflect on three years of expanding care across Sonoma Valley. Through events, a new community mental health survey in partnership with Sonoma Valley Community Health Center, and ongoing services for youth, families, and individuals, we’re continuing to respond to the growing need for support. There are many ways to be part of this work—by showing up, seeking support, or helping expand access to care.

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The Need Has Never Been Greater

Mental health challenges are rising—especially among young people—while access to care continues to lag behind.

1 in 3 young adults (ages 18–25) experiences a mental health condition each year

More than half of those who need mental health care never receive it

14.2% of adults in Sonoma County report frequent mental distress

In Sonoma Valley, these challenges are not abstract—they’re affecting our students, families, and neighbors every day.

Three Years of Impact

Since opening the Mental Health Hub, Hanna Center has expanded access to care across the region—serving more individuals, deepening services, and reaching communities that have historically faced barriers to support.

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Impact to Date

907

Clients served

11,785

Counseling sessions provided

8,994

Total hours of therapy delivered

Who We’re Reaching

54%

youth ages 10–18

60%

Latinx clients

64%

increase in referrals over the past year

These numbers represent more than services—they represent lives changed, families supported, and a stronger, healthier community.

We’ve made meaningful progress—but the need continues to grow.

Your support helps expand access to mental health care across Sonoma Valley.

Growing to Meet the Need

Over the past three years, Hanna Center has expanded both the reach and depth of its mental health services. With the support of new funding—including a Coordinated Specialty Care (CSC) grant—we have grown from a single hub into a more comprehensive system of care.

Today, our services span two dedicated spaces on campus:

Hanna Ahead & Youth Services

Focused on early intervention and youth mental health, including support for individuals experiencing early psychosis.

Mental Health & Wellness Center

Providing therapy for individuals, families, and couples, with a focus on long-term healing and resilience.

This expansion allows us to serve more people, earlier—and with more specialized care.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Meeting Youth Where They Are

Hanna Center has expanded school-based mental health services across Sonoma Valley Unified School District—bringing care directly into classrooms and campuses. These services reduce barriers, provide early intervention, and ensure that students receive support where they are.

School-based services impact

105

students served

10

average student age

12

week average program duration

9-10

sessions received for most participants

Early Intervention. Lifelong Impact.

Hanna Ahead is an innovative early intervention program supporting youth ages 12–25 experiencing a first episode of psychosis.

With bilingual, culturally responsive care and county-wide access, the program connects young people and families with the support they need—when it matters most.

Measuring What Matters

Research and evaluation are central to our work. By tracking outcomes and continuously refining our approach, we ensure that our services are effective, accessible, and responsive to community needs.

Our research results reflect a mixed-methods evaluation of Hanna Center’s Mental Health Hub American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) School Program, drawing from both quantitative service data and qualitative analysis of clinician discharge summaries. By integrating these data sources, we are able to capture both measurable outcomes and the lived experiences of youth receiving care.

96%

of youth who completed services demonstrated clinical improvement

73%

of youth present with academic-related stress, making it the most common driver of referral

47%

of youth experience depressive symptoms

40%

of youth report anxiety or emotional dysregulation

60%

of cases supported structured, skills-based interventions through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

90%

of cases included psychoeducation strategies

87%

of cases included coping and emotion regulation skills

Care Happens Together

Our work is made possible through strong partnerships across Sonoma Valley—from schools and healthcare providers to community organizations and nonprofits.

Together, we are building a more connected, responsive system of care.

Mental Health Awareness Month Events

Explore Events

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May 12

Glow And Grow FREE Community Event

May 12, 2026 • 5:00pm-8:00pm

Join us for an evening of community wellness as we celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month with Glow and Grow, a free, family-friendly Healing Justice Clinic open to Sonoma Valley youth, families, and community members.

Tacos, cookies, and lemonade! Sound bath, soap making workshop, and self-care stations!
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May 15

Trauma-Informed Care for Helpers FREE Virtual Training

May 15, 2026 • 12:00pm-1:00pm

This one-hour introduction is designed for those working in schools, nonprofits, healthcare, and social services who support others through difficult times. Together, we’ll explore how understanding trauma can strengthen the way we respond, build trust, and care for others.
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May 22

FREE Early Psychosis Community Forum

May 22, 2026 • 9:00am-12:30pm

Join clinicians, providers, and community members for an in-depth conversation on early psychosis, including expert insights from Director for the UC Davis EPI-CAL Network, Tara Niendam, Ph.D., a panel discussion including lived experience insights, and available resources. Lunch and CEUs provided.

Space is limited! Please make sure to register and reserve your spot.
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Community Voices & Insights

Throughout May, we’re sharing perspectives from Hanna Center’s subject matter experts on key mental health topics impacting our community.

Topics include:

  • Student athlete mental health
  • Early psychosis and early intervention
  • Latinx mental health and acculturation stress
  • Expanding school-based mental health services

Hear From Us

Connect with us to schedule a presentation for your group or organization. We can share insights on the impact of Hanna’s Mental Health Hub over the past three years in the Valley, provide an overview of our programs and services, or tailor a presentation to align with your group’s specific interests.

Support Mental Health Sonoma Valley

The need for mental health services continues to grow—and so does our commitment to meeting it. Your support helps expand access to care, reach more youth and families, and ensure that no one in our community is left without support.

Now more than ever, your investment makes a difference.

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