Mental Health Virginia

10/20/2026

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10/19/2026

Reminder: (Re)STORE Training is This Week!

We're excited for our upcoming (Re)STORE training on October 22–23!

(Re)STORE is an opportunity to learn, connect, and strengthen the skills that support recovery, resilience, and meaningful change.

We look forward to welcoming everyone who has registered for two days of learning, connection, and growth!

October 22–23, 2026

Together, we're building stronger communities through support, education, and empowerment.

10/18/2026

Happening This Week: (Re)STORE!

There's still time to register for Mental Health Virginia's upcoming 2-day Workshop:

(Re)STORE: Resilience
Thursday, October 22 – Friday, October 23
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Richmond, VA

Register at mentalhealthvirginia.org

10/17/2026

As OCD Awareness Week comes to a close, the conversation doesn't have to end.

OCD is more than the stereotypes, and understanding makes a difference.

Let's continue challenging misconceptions, showing compassion, and reminding those living with OCD that they are not alone.

💚 Awareness lasts a week. Support and understanding matter every day.

10/16/2026

OCD often focuses on the things people care about most, including their relationships, loved ones, health, and personal values.

Having an unwanted intrusive thought doesn't mean someone wants it to happen.

💚 Understanding creates compassion.

10/15/2026

Today, we celebrate peer supporters who uplift others, break down stigma & remind us recovery is possible! 💚 Your experience & voice matter, making a difference in our communities.

10/14/2026

Not all OCD compulsions can be seen!

Some happen entirely in the mind, like mentally reviewing conversations, silently counting, or repeating phrases to ease anxiety.

Just because you can't see someone's struggle doesn't mean it isn't real.

10/13/2026

https://iocdf.org/programs/ocdweek/

10/12/2026

Today is National Coming out Day!

While LGBTQ+ individuals are coming out at younger ages than ever before, not everyone is ready to come out in their teens or young adulthood as most media representations depict. Some LGBTQ+ people don’t embrace their identity until middle or even older adulthood. Coming out is an emotional journ...

10/11/2026

National Coming Out Day is Oct. 11

Coming out is a brave and courageous step. However, it can be scary – especially if your safety would be threatened by coming out. Here are some guides for safely coming out.