Our policy work is driving real change
Achieving legislative and policy success starts from the ground up. We can only succeed in expanding access to mental health and substance use care with your help.
Be an AdvocateWorking to ensure that mental wellbeing is a reality for everyone.
Our Vision & Values
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Blog 2022 Access to Care SurveyMay 31, 2022
A staggering 43% of U.S. adults who say they needed substance use or mental health care in the past 12 months did not receive that care.
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News More than 4 in 10 U.S. Adults Who Needed Substance Use and Mental Health Care Did Not Get TreatmentMay 31, 2022Read more
How You Can Get Involved
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National Council advocacy has reached 94% of the US Congress in the past 12 months.
2.6 Million+
We have trained more than 2.6 million people across the country to support their peers, colleagues and loved ones with Mental Health First Aid.
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We have nearly 3200 member organizations and are growing. Our efforts serve to amplify yours.
Mental Health First Aid
This course teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges.
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ConsultingThe National Council for Mental Wellbeing Consulting Team is your partner in change and committed to supporting excellence across the field.
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Membership
Our members offer supports to millions of adults, children and families living with mental health and substance use challenges.
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News & EventsFollow our work in the news, virtual and in-person events, and visit our blog to gain insight into the state of the field, new treatment trends and opportunities for organizational excellence.
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