Yellowstone County Community Mental Health Forum

Schedule

Thu Oct 15 2026 at 05:30 pm to 07:30 pm

UTC-06:00
Location

Montana State University Billings | Billings, MT

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The Yellowstone County Community Mental Health Forum is a free quarterly event which unites mental health professionals with community.
About this Event

Join us for the launch of the quarterly Mental Health Forum Series - an initiative designed to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and provide our community with evidence-based tools for improving mental health. Our first session will focus on practical, proven strategies for managing anxiety and depression in daily life and how to best support those we love.


What You’ll Learn:

• Signs and symptoms of anxiety and depression.

• Coping tools for youth, families, and adults.

• Where to go for support in Gallatin County.

• Proven strategies that work in school, home, and workplace settings.


Presented by a Community Panel Featuring:

  • Medical Director at Montana State University
  • Medical Director at Montana Psychiatry
  • Family Physician at Pearl Med
  • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor at Castle Rock MS
  • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor at Skyview HS
  • Independent Living Program Manager at LIFTT
  • Chief Nursing Officer at St. Vincent Hospital
  • Therapy Director at Montana Psychiatry

Together, we can build a stronger, more connected, and more resilient community


Agenda

🕑: 05:30 PM - 05:45 PM
Welcome & Opening Remarks

Info: • Greeting and purpose of the event • Overview of the Mental Health Forum Series • Why anxiety and depression were chosen as the launch topic • Local mental health context & key statistics • Framing the evening: reducing stigma, building resilience, and practical tools.


🕑: 05:45 PM - 06:45 PM
Panel Discussion

Info: Medical Director at Montana State University
Medical Director at Montana Psychiatry
LCPC, Former President of Professional Counselors Association of Montana
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor at Castle Rock MS
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor at Skyview HS
Independent Living Program Manager at LIFTT
Therapy Director at Montana Psychiatry


🕑: 06:45 PM - 07:15 PM
Audience Q & A

Info: Open dialogue between attendees and panelists


🕑: 07:15 PM - 07:30 PM
Resource Spotlight & Call to Action

Info: • Overview of local mental health resources • Opportunity to connect directly with service providers • Key takeaways and community commitments • How to stay engaged in the Mental Health Forum Series


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Where is it happening?

Montana State University Billings, 1500 University Drive, Billings, United States

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