Peer Support

There are plenty of great mental health services throughout San Diego. Whether you want to talk to someone on the phone or in person, you will undoubtedly find an experienced mental health professional available to help.

It's crucial to lean on the company of those who are close to you and seek healthy coping strategies. Having a strong support network of individuals can make a world of difference throughout the holiday season and beyond.

BIPOC Mental Health Month was created to spread awareness about the unique struggles faced by underrepresented people with mental health issues in the United States. Originally known as Minority Mental Health Month, it was renamed to bring attention to experiences within the BIPOC community.

Are you worried that your loved one may have bipolar disorder? The sudden mood, behavior, and energy shifts that come with this mental health condition can be challenging to identify. Fortunately, some telltale signs can help determine if your loved one has bipolar disorder.

The pain caused by suicide can feel insurmountable. Grieving the death of a loved one to suicide can be especially complicated because there are so many unanswered questions. But as there is always light in the darkness, there is hope in learning to process the pain and come out on the other side.

Are you about to stay at Jackson House for the first time? Our staff wants to welcome everyone with open arms, but we know it's not easy for first timers without knowing what to expect.

Research has found peer support groups to be highly effective at improving mental health. Feeling isolated and alone is common among individuals with mental illness and peer support groups combat that by helping the group members see how others are similar to them.

An extremely beneficial way to combat mental illness is to attend peer support groups for mental health. Here is a list from clinical psychologist David Susman PhD of six reasons a support group could best serve your needs.