Vermont Department of Mental Health

09/14/2026

In sports and gambling, outcomes can change in an instant. There is no such thing as a sure bet, so prepare for uncertainty and enjoy the game for the game! Learn more about safer play tips at VTGamblingHelp.org.

09/08/2026

Help is just three digits away 💚

There are many reasons to call, text, or chat with 988.

You don’t have to have the right words. You don’t have to wait until things feel unbearable. Reach out when you need support.

Call, text, or chat 988 anytime, 24/7. You’re not alone, and help is available.

09/02/2026

Taking a moment to check in with yourself can reset your decisions. Stay informed with safer play information at VTGamblingHelp.org.

09/01/2026

💜 September is Su***de Prevention Month. 🩵

This month, we’re making space for connection, hope, and conversations that can make a difference. Talking openly about su***de reduces stigma and helps people feel more comfortable asking for help.

Not sure how to start the conversation? SAMHSA has guidance: How to Talk to Someone About Help For Mental Health & Substance Use https://www.samhsa.gov/find-support/helping-someone/how-to-talk-to-someone-about-help

If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. Help is always available. You don’t have to wait for a “right time” to reach out. 📱🫶🏻

08/28/2026

🎒📚✏️ Back-to-school season is here! 🚌🍎🖍️

DMH's Child, Adolescent, & Family Unit Director, Laurel Omland spoke with NBC-5 about back to school and how it can be exciting, but it can also bring big emotions, new anxieties, and uncertainty for kids. Take a moment to check in, listen, and make space for how they’re feeling. 💬💛

Back-to-school anxiety? Tips from the Vt. Department of Mental Heal...

07/15/2026

When you're struggling, there's something different about talking to someone who gets it.

That's what Professional Peers do. They use their own lived experience with mental health challenges and recovery to support others with empathy, understanding, and practical guidance.

We're working to grow Vermont's peer workforce because lived experience makes our mental health system stronger! It brings perspectives that can't be taught in a classroom and helps make care more person-centered.

Ever wondered how to become a Professional Peer? Or maybe you've been thinking about it yourself? This post breaks down the different pathways to certification in Vermont.

Learn more at https://bit.ly/4aWMac9

07/13/2026

Did you know Vermont medical providers have a direct line to mental health specialists?

The Vermont Consultation and Psychiatry Access Program (VTCPAP) gives providers direct access to child and perinatal mental health experts through a phone consultation.

Whether they need guidance on screening, diagnosis, treatment, medication, or connecting a patient with local resources, providers can talk one-on-one with a psychiatrist or mental health specialist to help them make informed care decisions.

Visit https://bit.ly/4bqoa19 learn more.

07/06/2026

This month's episode of DMH Explains is all about peer support!

When we're going through something difficult, we usually turn to people who've been there before. Peer Support Professionals use their personal experiences living with mental health diagnoses or substance use to support others who are facing similar challenges.

Learn more about peer support in Vermont at MentalHealth.Vermont.gov/Peer-Support

07/02/2026

07/01/2026

SSRIs can make it harder for you to regulate body your temperature in extreme heat.

Stay hydrated, take breaks from the sun, and talk to a healthcare provider if you have questions or concerns about your medication.