Hispanic Heritage Month
From September 15 to October 15, National Hispanic Heritage Month is a celebration that honors the cultural contributions and identities of Hispanic and Latino people in the United States. This month, we shed light on the multitude of mental health experiences within Hispanic and Latino communities, including those who identify as Afro-Latino, Black, Indigenous, and more, as well as the disproportionate inequities they face due to systemic barriers and historical adversity.
Our collaborative Network of 13 Centers is inclusive of a national population-focused Center, the National Hispanic and Latino MHTTC. Their mission is to provide high-quality training and technical assistance to improve the capacity of the workforce serving Hispanic and Latino communities in behavioral health prevention, treatment, and recovery. They disseminate and support the implementation of evidence-based and promising practices to enhance service delivery, promote the growth of a diverse, culturally competent workforce, and bridge access to quality behavioral health services with a commitment to increasing health equity and access to effective culturally and linguistically grounded approaches.
For more information, visit their home page and view their free and easily accessible resources. Our hope is to inspire others to raise awareness and take part in sharing information, resources, and support for the mental health of Hispanic and Latino communities.
In addition to the National Hispanic and Latino MHTTC, our other MHTTCs provide services and develop resources specific to Hispanic and Latino populations. For a full list of all resources from our Network, visit our Training and Events Calendar and Products and Resources Catalog and utilize the keyword and search functions to find resources that fit your needs.
Upcoming MHTTC Events
Asylum-Seeking Children and Families and the Effects of Immigration, Detention, and Separation
#Healthy Latinos Bilingual Twitter Chat: Better Health Through Better Understanding
MHTTC Resources
- Book: ¿Quiénes somos y de dónde venimos? A Historical Context to Inform Mental Health Services with Latinx Populations
- Browning Counseling: Working with Latinx Clients
- Culturally Responsive, Trauma Informed and Evidence-Based Approaches for Supporting Latinx Adolescents with Substance Use Disorders in Schools
- Enhancing Mental Health Services for the Hispanic and Latinx Community: Session 1 | Session 2 | Session 3
- Familia Adelante: Multi-risk Reduction Behavioral Health Prevention for Latino/Hispanic Youth and Families
- Hispanic and Latinx Cultural Values Series
- Improving the Emotional Well-Being of Latinx Students Throughout the COVID-19 Pandemic: Tips for School Personnel and Caregivers
- Increasing Cultural Connection with Hispanic and Latinx Clients:
- Intersectionality and Interrupted Learning: The Impact of Adversity and Trauma on Academic Achievement for Latinx Youth
- Latino Agricultural Workers: An Overview on Mental Health and Strategies for Effective Engagement Services
- Latinos and Suicide: A Clinician’s Guide to Prevention and Treatment Masterclass IV
- Navigating Behavioral Health Complexities in Midwest Latinx Communities Conference
- On-Demand: Addressing Immigrant Culture, Language, Diversity and Inclusion
- Structural Barriers in Mental Health Care among Latinx Populations: Means, Strategies and Resources to Improve Access and Services
- Supporting the Mental Health of Refugee and Asylee Communities: Systems and Strategies
- Supporting the Mental Health of Refugee and Asylee Communities: Voices and Stories
- TARGET: Evidence-based Intervention for Traumatic Stress Disorders and Behavioral Health Illness in Hispanic and Latino Communities
- The Latinx LGBT+ Community: The consequences of intersectionality
- Webinar: Back to School… Promoting Resiliency and Mental Health Wellness in Latino Children Part I | Part II | Part III
Other Organizations Offering Awareness Resources for the Hispanic and Latino Community:
HHS Office of Minority Mental Health (OMH)
Mental Health America (MHA) - BIPOC Mental Health Month Toolkit en español
Mental Health America (MHA) - Latinx/Hispanic Communities and Mental Health
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)