July 2025 | Issue 44



The Anne Arundel County Local Behavioral Health Authority or LBHA is a

partnership between the Anne Arundel County Department of Health

and the Anne Arundel County Mental Health Agency, Inc.

If you are interested in subscribing to the Anne Arundel County LBHA

Provider Announcement Listserv, please email your request to

aac-lbha-connect@aacounty.org

July is Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, named in recognition of the efforts of Bebe Moore Campbell, an author, journalist, and teacher who worked to raise awareness of the impact of racism on mental health. She also spoke out about the stigma against being open about mental health issues, pointing out the harm caused when people are pressured by community norms and prevailing prejudices into remaining silent.

Mental Health America has released a toolkit to help individuals and organizations in communities of color take action, with three main focuses: taking care of yourself, finding and taking care of your community, and advocacy. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has also published a toolkit for raising awareness while honoring Bebe Moore Campbell's efforts, which included co-founding NAMI Urban Los Angeles in 2003 with Nancy Campbell.

July of course also means celebrating Independence Day and enjoying warm weather activities. We wish everyone a safe and happy summer!



If you are in crisis and need help, our Warmline is open 24/7 at 410-768-5522.

The Anne Arundel County Behavioral Health Advisory Council

Next Virtual Meeting: July 15th

Established in 1999, members of the Behavioral Health Advisory Council (BHAC) include key stakeholders across the system committed to the utilization of the CCISC model and ensuring that Anne Arundel County provides an accessible, comprehensive behavioral health system for all residents.

 Participants on the council are co-chairs from Anne Arundel County Department of Health and Anne Arundel County Mental Health Agency, mental-health

and substance-use providers, hospital representatives, community members, cultural-organization representatives, and more. 

Their goal is to improve the mental wellness of all Anne Arundel County residents and assure access to needed services. Providers and referring agencies are empowered to successfully identify, refer and treat individuals with any Behavioral Health challenge. They provide input, direction, and influence on

behavioral health action planning in the county.

Meetings are held via Zoom.

All Anne Arundel County residents are welcome to attend,

however registration is required.

Next meeting: Tuesday, July 15th, 9:00 AM-10:30 AM ET

Download the Meeting Registration Link

Primeros Auxilios de Salud Mental de Adultos para las Comunidades Hispanohablantes enseña a las personas a reconocer los signos de un problema de salud mental o de uso de sustancias en adultos de 18 años o más; cómo ofrecer y proporcionar la ayuda inicial y cómo guiar a una persona hacia la atención apropiada si fuera necesario. Los temas tratados son la ansiedad, la depresión, la psicosis y las adicciones.

(The Adult Mental Health First Aid course is designed for Spanish-speaking communities and teaches participants how to recognize signs of mental health or substance use issues in adults, provide initial support, and guide them to appropriate care if needed. The topics covered include anxiety, depression, psychosis and addictions).

Patrocinado por la fundación comunitaria del condado de Anne Arundel (Sponsored by the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County)

Lunes, 28 de julio (Monday, July 28)

10:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m.

Biblioteca Busch de Annapolis (Busch Annapolis Library)

Gratis para los primeros 30 inscritos

(Free for the first 30 registrants)



Impartido en español por Hillevi Flore

(Taught in Spanish by Hillevi Flore)

Children grow up with all kinds of incentives to strive for perfection—from the encouragement of adults to the recognition and personal pride that can follow great achievement. There’s no question that this drive often serves kids and teens well. But, taken too far, it can also create serious mental health challenges for them, including anxiety, depression, and avoidance behavior.

So how can health care professionals, parents, educators, and others help adolescents find a balance between chasing worthwhile goals and taking care of themselves? What are the key signs of emerging perfectionism and related disorders? And when is professional help warranted?

R. Meredith Elkins, PhD, explains what sets adolescent perfectionism apart from healthy pursuits to excel, explores the short- and long-term impacts of unaddressed perfectionism, and answers questions about evidence-based treatment options.

Wednesday, July 23rd, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM ET



Can't attend? Register anyways to receive a free recording after the event.

Parents, Caregivers, and other family members who support youth living with a mental health condition experience unique challenges while navigating mental health systems. It is natural to feel overwhelmed.

NAMI Basics OnDemand is here to help. This free, online program – available 24/7 – is designed to empower parents and caregivers of young people (ages 22 and younger) with the tools, knowledge, and support needed to navigate the challenges of youth mental health.

After you register, you’ll begin a course that provides:

A flexible, self-paced program accessible anytime.

Guidance from other parents and caregivers who understand this journey.

Advice for how to talk with your child about their mental health.

Valuable insights into mental health conditions and treatments.

Comprehensive, easy to understand resources grounded in science.

Practical strategies for communication, crisis management, coping, and advocacy.

Do you know a parent or caregiver seeking support for their child

with mental health needs?

The CARE Program is hosted by the Mental Health Association of Maryland. This free two-day training program equips parents and caregivers with the skills to become better advocates for their child and all youth with specific needs.

Participants will gain: 

Tools for leadership and advocacy

Strategies for working with schools

Self-care practices for caregivers

Meals, accommodations, and stipends for travel/childcare are provided.

 Friday, August 15th at 5:00 PM, through Saturday, August 16th at 4:00 PM

Location: Central Maryland near BWI, with specific address

given to accepted applicants.

Deadline to apply: Saturday, July 12th

7/6-7/10 2025 Training Institutes Conference-Building a World Where Young People Thrive (National Harbor)

7/8 Webinar: Co-Occurring Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment

7/10 Webinar: Ethics in Action-Real World Challenges for Social Workers and Supervisors

7/11 Webinar: Social Work Licensing Law & Process- Issues for Social Work Supervision

7/13-7/16 Conference: 2025 Digital Media and Developing Minds International Scientific Congress (Washington, D.C.)

7/15 Power and Privilege in Mental Health (Millersville)

7/15 Webinar: Beyond the Stages-Affirming and Supporting Grief in Youth and Families

7/21 Webinar: A Vision of Youth Thriving-Aligning External Assets with Youth Strength

7/23 Webinar: Empowering Excellence-Best Practices in Clinical Supervision

7/23 Webinar: Ethical Considerations and Strategies for Addressing the Issue of Confidentiality

7/24 Webinars: Exploring Ethical Obligations: Boundaries, Confidentiality and Mandated Reporting and Ethical Decision-Making: Navigating Complex Cases (can register for one or both)

7/25 Webinar: Suicide Prevention: Considerations for Special Populations ©

7/29-8/1 Webinar: Recognizing and Responding to Suicide Risk: Essential Skills for Clinicians©

7/30 Ethical Considerations for School Based Mental Health Services (Millersville)

7/30 Webinar: Thriving with Self Care-The Rewired Method

7/30 Webinar: Beyond the Acronym: Understanding the LGBTQIA+ Community

7/31 Webinar: Plain Language for Effective Communication

7/3 Glen Burnie Improvement Association Annual Fireworks at Sawmill Park

7/4 Independence Day Parade and Decorated Bike Contest (Severna Park)

7/4 Annapolis 4th of July Parade and Fireworks

7/5 Independence Day Celebration, Parade and Fireworks (Laurel)



7/6 Patriotic Program at Historic Hancock’s Resolution (Pasadena)

7/9 Caregiver Support Group Meeting (Glen Burnie)

7/10 Webinar: Reducing Suicide Risk Through Open Conversation

7/16 Color Me Calm-Family Edition (Severna Park Library)

7/21 Virtual Caregiver Support Meeting

7/22 Naloxone-Narcan Opioid Overdose Response Training (Edgewater Library)

7/26 Anne Arundel County River Days Festival at Quiet Waters Park (Annapolis)

7/30 Our Neighborhood, Our Future Listening Session at the Robinwood Community Center (Annapolis)