In honor of suicide prevention month (September), the Alachua County Crisis Center invites residents to a virtual mental health and wellness symposium from Sept. 16-18, 2024. The symposium is in the evenings from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. It is free to the public. Those interested are encouraged to register online by Sept. 15, and attend the online sessions that interest them most. Students who attend the symposium may receive a certificate of attendance to confirm their participation.
"Writing Our Own Stories of Wellness and Healing" is the theme of this year's annual symposium. The symposium is a means to reach and support the community near and far. Often, people outside of the mental health field encounter misinformation or advice regarding mental health that is inaccurate. This symposium features mental health professionals and paraprofessionals to share their experiences and expertise with participants. The symposium is not intended to replace counseling or therapy services.
For more information, contact Alachua County Clinical Supervisor Amanda DiLorenzo-Garcia at 352-264-6791 or aDiLorenzogarcia@alachuacounty.us.
