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May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Awareness. Connection. Support.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to center conversations around mental well-being, raise awareness, and support efforts to break the stigma surrounding mental health. At Palo Alto University, mental health is at the heart of who we are. As a university rooted in psychology, counseling and behavioral health, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, compassionate, and supportive community that empowers all individuals to seek help, share their stories, and access resources.

This month, we invite our students, faculty, staff, and broader community to take time to reflect, connect, and engage with tools that promote mental wellness. Whether you are looking for support or simply want to learn more, we are here for you.
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This Year's Theme

More Good Days Together

A good day looks different for everyone.
This theme reminds us that small, meaningful moments and connections can make a big difference in our mental well-being. This month, we invite our community to reflect on what supports their well-being and share it with others.

 

Mental Health Resources

Access mental health resources and critical support information when it matters most.

 

Emergency & Crisis Support

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger or experiencing a mental health crisis, please seek help immediately through one of the following services:

 

The Clinics @ PAU

PAU is proud to offer high-quality, affordable, and culturally responsive community-based mental health services to the broader community:

The Community Clinic @ PAU (formerly The Gronowski Center)

A community clinic offering low-cost psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families. Services include trauma recovery, parenting support, and stress management.
➡️ Learn more & schedule

Clínica Latina

A Spanish-language clinic within the Clinics @ PAU, offering culturally sensitive therapy for Latinx and Spanish-speaking individuals.
➡️ Clínica Latina info

PAU eClinic

A virtual clinic providing telehealth services using evidence-based approaches like CBT and ACT. Designed for accessible, convenient care from the comfort of home.
➡️ Explore the eClinic

Get Involved

 Choose a way to participate and help build a more connected community. 

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Share Your Voice

 What’s one small thing that makes your day better?  

Share your response and help inspire others. Selected responses may be featured as part of our Mental Health Awareness Month campaign.

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Coloring Pages

 Download printable coloring pages designed for reflection and relaxation. 

Take a moment to slow down and unplug—these pages offer a simple way to support reflection and creativity.

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Wear Green. Share Support.

Wear green, share a photo, and help spread awareness across our community.

Join the conversation online, show your support, and receive a PAU Mental Health Awareness Month t-shirt for participating.

Free Community Event - Register Now! 

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Youth Mental Health & Technology - What Parents Need to Know

Friday, May 8 l 6 PM, Graham Middle School Auditorium 

 As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, Palo Alto University’s At the Forefront series.

Join us for a free community event on May 8 exploring how technology is shaping youth mental health and what parents and caregivers can do. In collaboration with the Mountain View Whisman School District and the Clinics at Palo Alto University, this event brings together clinical and community experts for a timely conversation.

With a dedicated parent and caregiver panel and a concurrent youth session, the event offers practical guidance, shared learning, and space for meaningful community connection.

Awareness Toolkit & Resources

Download and use these tools to help spread awareness and support mental health.

Zoom Backgrounds

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

This year’s theme, More Good Days, Together, centers on a simple but important idea: a “good” day does not look the same for everyone.

It may mean feeling calm, connected, or simply getting through the day. It can change over time, and only you can define what it looks like.

At Palo Alto University, we are joining the national effort to raise awareness, share resources, and support mental health across our community.

Learn more: paloaltou.edu/mental-health/may-awareness-month

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month.

Sharing this as a reminder that mental health is something we’re all navigating - on good days and harder ones.

If you’re looking for ways to engage this month, Palo Alto University has pulled together a few simple ways to get involved:

• Find support
• Explore resources
• Get involved

Whether that means checking in with someone, or taking a moment for yourself, it all matters. 

Learn more: paloaltou.edu/mental-health/may-awareness-month

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Mental health is deeply personal. What supports one person may look different for someone else, and that’s okay.

1 in 5 people experience a mental health condition each year, and mental health is part of everyday life for all of us.

At Palo Alto University, we’re committed to supporting mental and behavioral health by connecting our community to resources, care, and support.

The path may look different for everyone, but we all deserve more good days, together.

 

Learn more: paloaltou.edu/mental-health/may-awareness-month

Free On Demand Resources

FODR ATF Series

How to Get Your Child or Adolescent the Mental Health Care They Need

Watch the webinar and learn tips on how to get your child or adolescent the mental health care they need.

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Depression and Older Adults: Is it Just the Blues or Is Help Needed?

Watch the webinar and learn tips on how to help older adults experiencing signs of depression.

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Good Treatment Matters: Mitigating the Crisis in Children’s Mental Health

Expert panelists discuss the issues and approaches to addressing this crisis in children’s mental health.

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On The Front Lines: Policing and Mental Health

An expert panel featuring Palo Alto's Chief of Police and leading psychologists will examine the pressing issue of policing and mental health.

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Substance Use Practical Parenting Keeping Kids Safe

An expert panel discusses substances such as fentanyl and misused prescription drugs present, and how parents can safeguard their kids from substance use.

 

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Addressing Mental Health Needs in a Humanitarian Crisis

Watch PAU President Maureen O'Connor as she interviews PAU's global mental health expert, Dr. Sita G. Patel, about addressing mental health needs in a humanitarian crisis.

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LGBTQ+ Youth: A Year of Trauma and Resilience

Join psychologists and counselors in a webinar discussing mental health challenges for queer and trans youth and the needed support from their communities.

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Veterans, Military Families and Mental Health: A Candid Conversation

An expert panel featuring a Veteran psychologist, PTSD expert, and doctoral student will share personal and professional insights on Veterans' mental health care.

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Tackling The College Mental Health Crisis: A Call for Change

Expert psychologists will examine the mental health crisis among college students driven by the pandemic and remote schooling.

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Disparities in Mental Health Care: Closing the Gap in AAPI Communities

PAU Professors will discuss mental health needs and approaches for underserved AAPI communities.

 

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The Impact of Disasters, Disease and Disruption on Mental Health

Lisa Brown and Josef Ruzek will discuss mental health impacts of disasters like natural disasters, climate change, and the pandemic, as well as coping strategies, moderated by news anchor Ama Daetz.

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How to Participate.

Wear green for Mental Health Awareness Month, snap a photo, and share it on your preferred social media platform. Tag Palo Alto University and use #PAUMoreGoodDays to help spread awareness across our community.

  • Wear green
  • Take a photo
  • Post on social media and tag Palo Alto University
  • Use #PAUMoreGoodDays
  • Complete this form to receive your t-shirt

Participants will receive a PAU Mental Health Awareness Month t-shirt.