Welcome to MHA

The Mental Health Association in Delaware promotes improved mental well being for all individuals and families in Delaware through education, support, and advocacy.

The Mental Health Association in Delaware (MHA) is a statewide, nonprofit organization founded in 1932 to promote mental health. MHA provides services throughout Delaware, and our focus is education, support and advocacy for mental health issues.

The Mental Health Association in Delaware is an affiliate of Mental Health America and served for many years as a Community Outreach Partner for the National Institute of Mental Health. MHA was recognized with a Community Award from Delaware Hispano for its efforts to engage with HIspanic Delawareans in 2021, by the NAACP Wilmington Chapter with the Healthcare Advocacy Award in 2019, and by Healthy Delaware as a “Healthy Delaware Hero” in 2010.

Upcoming Events

June 2023

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1 ASIST (In-Person) Women’s Wellness Group (Virtual) Men’s Wellness Group (Virtual) Survivors of Suicide for Grief and Healing Group (Virtual)
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5 Depression and Anxiety Wellness Group (Virtual) COVID Wellness Group (Virtual) Lewes’s Survivors of Suicide for Grief and Healing Group (In-Person)
6 ASIST (In-Person) Disability Haven Wellness Group (Virtual)
7 ASIST (In-Person) LGBTQ+ Mental Wellness Group (Virtual) People of Color Wellness Group (Virtual) Depression and Anxiety Wellness Group (Virtual) Pike Creek’s Depression & Anxiety Wellness Group (In-Person)
8 Women’s Wellness Group (Virtual) Men’s Wellness Group (Virtual) Newark’s Survivors of Suicide for Grief and Healing Group (In-Person)
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12 Depression and Anxiety Wellness Group (Virtual) COVID Wellness Group (Virtual)
13 Seeking Safety Wellness Group (In-Person) Disability Haven Wellness Group (Virtual)
14 LGBTQ+ Mental Wellness Group (Virtual) Depression and Anxiety Wellness Group (Virtual) Pike Creek’s Depression & Anxiety Wellness Group (In-Person)
15 Women’s Wellness Group (Virtual) Men’s Wellness Group (Virtual) Survivors of Suicide for Grief and Healing Group (Virtual)
16 6th Annual One Mile An Hour (Virtual & In-Person)
17 6th Annual One Mile An Hour (Virtual & In-Person)
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20 Disability Haven Wellness Group (Virtual)
21 LGBTQ+ Mental Wellness Group (Virtual) People of Color Wellness Group (Virtual) Depression and Anxiety Wellness Group (Virtual) Pike Creek’s Depression & Anxiety Wellness Group (In-Person)
22 ASIST (In-Person) Women’s Wellness Group (Virtual) Men’s Wellness Group (Virtual) Newark’s Survivors of Suicide for Grief and Healing Group (In-Person)
23 ASIST (In-Person)
24 Kickin’ the Stigma Out of Mental Illness (In-Person)
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26 QPR Training (Virtual) Depression and Anxiety Wellness Group (Virtual) COVID Wellness Group (Virtual)
27 Seeking Safety Wellness Group (In-Person) Disability Haven Wellness Group (Virtual)
28 LGBTQ+ Mental Wellness Group (Virtual) Depression and Anxiety Wellness Group (Virtual) Pike Creek’s Depression & Anxiety Wellness Group (In-Person)
29 Women’s Wellness Group (Virtual) Men’s Wellness Group (Virtual)
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Photo 1: Name: Golda Duncan Title: Peer Educator

Photo 1:
Name: Golda Duncan
Title: Peer Educator
Why I Joined MHA: I have a huge passion for the mental health community and MHA’s mission, vision and values are what I stand for.
My Favorite Way to Practice Self-Care: My favorite way to practice self-care is by taking a relaxing bath, putting on aromatherapy, and playing Sims 4.

Photo 2:
Name: Akunna Korieh
Title: Public Ally
Why I Joined MHA: As a queer black woman from a conservative immigrant family, throughout my life, I didn't really have access to many mental health resources. I was really lucky when I went to college and found a mental health nonprofit organization that provided me with all the resources that I was lacking – it helped save my life.
Now that I’ve since left graduated and been on the receiving end of such amazing beautiful services, support and community, I would love for it to be my turn to help be on giving end of that, and I MHA was the perfect organization to help cultivate that desire and bring it to fruition.
My Favorite Way to Practice Self-Care: My favorite self-care activity is making a hot cup of tea and watching a movie

Just a reminder that "Kickin' the Stigma Out of Me

Just a reminder that "Kickin' the Stigma Out of Mental Illness" kickball tournament is June 24th at 9 am. We hope to see you there!

Say hello to two more of our MHA staff members!

Say hello to two more of our MHA staff members!

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Name: Clarence James Cummings
Title: DOC Peer Educator
Why I Joined MHA: As a person with lived experiences; mental health challenges and substance use disorder challenges and thirteen years working as Certified Peer Recovery Specialist, I am passionate and committed to sharing my experiences, strength and hope with others who have similar lived experiences. I know that change is possible and sometime it takes someone who can relate to show care, concern and empathy with men and women who may feel alone, feel unaccepted, stigmatized and marginalized. My motivation is to help as many as I can through empowering them with the tools to succeed and thrive with purpose and meaning.

My Favorite Way to Practice Self-Care: I practice self-care with listening to music. As an Alto Saxophone player, I have enjoyed playing music: Classical, Jazz and R & B since the age of twelve. Now that I am pursing other adventures and hobbies, I no longer play the sax but my heart is for listening to all types of music. When listening to music, I imagine playing the sax: avant-garde and creating my sense of “feel good” of sounds and vibes.

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Name: Jennifer Smolowitz Ianni
Title: Director for Suicide Prevention
Why I Joined MHA: Being passionate about the cause and I knew it was a great group of people to work with.
My Favorite Way to Practice Self-Care: Reading, going on a walk, sitting/being by a body of water.

Help people get the help they need. Spread the wor

Help people get the help they need. Spread the word about the @988lifeline this #mentalhealthmonth

Meet some more of our staff! Photo 1: Name: Nat

Meet some more of our staff!

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Name: Natalie Klaus-Rogers
Title: Manager of Education for the Department of Corrections
Why I Joined MHA: Because I have the privilege of sharing my story of lived experience and helping others battle mental illness
My Favorite Way to Practice Self-Care: reading novels

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Name: Jennifer Seo
Title: Deputy Director
Why I Joined MHA: Initially I was in need of a job, if I’m being honest, but I stayed 12+ years because of the great work MHA does and the camaraderie we have here.
My Favorite Way to Practice Self-Care: A good cup of coffee

On the blog --> Learn more about Springtime Season

On the blog --> Learn more about Springtime Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), also referred to as "reverse SAD."

"Although more commonly discussed, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is not something that only occurs during the wintertime. While it may be more associated with this particular season, SAD is something that can occur with the changing of seasons, in general."

To learn more, go to https://www.mhainde.org/springtime-sad-reasons-behind-it-and-what-you-can-do/

#mentalhealth #MHAinDE #prioritizementalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthsupport #mindbody #springtime #seasonalaffectivedisorder

The Behavioral Health Consortium is hosting commun

The Behavioral Health Consortium is hosting community listening lessons in each county regarding mental health, substance use, and justice involvement. The first session is Monday, April 17th at 6:00 pm. There are both in-person and virtual participation options for each session.

Hope to see you at the sessions!

And we are back with another staff introduction po

And we are back with another staff introduction post!

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Name: Shynia Baldwin (she/her)
Title: Peer Intern Program Coordinator
Why I Joined MHA: I love supporting those who wish to become Peers themselves
My Favorite Way to Practice Self-Care: Holistic Care, ex. massage, sound baths, Reiki and meditation

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Name: Jennifer Wendell (she/they)
Title: Community Educator
Why I Joined MHA: When I first joined MHA as a student intern in February 2021, I was warmly welcomed into a community of supportive, passionate individuals who encouraged me to explore my interests, step out of my comfort zone and learn new things. While interning, I had many opportunities networking with the community, participating in events and initiating projects. Because of the positive experience I had, upon graduating college, I knew I wanted to continue being involved with MHA. In July 2022, I was given the opportunity to become the newest Community Educator, and have been working full-time since then. I feel very fortunate, and have been greatly appreciative of the past two years!
My Favorite Way to Practice Self-Care: I love jamming out to all kinds of music!