The Behavioral Mental Heath Team works to identify, support, educate and develop parish ministry along with support groups for clergy throughout the diocese. We also provide educational opportunities for those around the diocese which may include training in depression, suicide assessment, mental health first aid, and resources for referral and treatment.

 

Upcoming Events:

Set aside some time to care for your whole self and join Rev. Catherine Quehl-Engel for a retreat day which includes gentle movement, meditation, and healing. This retreat is open to all and is free to attend!

Registration Deadline: February 24

 

News:

 

New Year: Are Resolutions Necessary?

"New Year’s Day always invites us to reflect and think about a fresh start...

...Self-reflection can be a healthy exercise to take stock of the ways we handle ourselves with other people. ...

... It is difficult to love one another when loving yourself is avoided or ignored..."

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Ministry and Mental Health

September 25, 2023

We are much better at accepting broken bones than we are at accepting mental illness. We rarely think twice about someone’s fractured leg or the cast on their arm. We often don’t know how to engage with someone who is struggling with depression or bipolar disorder. Despite the present shifts toward inclusivity, there is still a stigma attached to mental health issues.
Congregations and pastoral leaders can play a big role in removing this stigma. For starters…

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Mental Heath Funds Request Form

The Episcopal Diocese of Iowa, through a GILEAD Grant, has limited funds to assist with co-payments for mental health related appointments. You may request incremental funds for up to $50 per appointment. A completed request form is required for each appointment. You must submit a receipt for reimbursement or have a bill sent to the Diocesan office. Funds will be distributed on a first come, first serve basis.

 

Partners

 

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Health) of Central Iowa’s goal is to inspire better lives for Central Iowans affected by mental illness. They work to achieve this goal through support programs, educational outreach, and advocacy on local, state and national levels.

Mind & Spirit Counseling Center offers high-quality mental health services to people from all walks of life, including those who are uninsured, underinsured or from low-income households.

Mindspring Mental Health Alliance provides no-cost mental health education, support, and advocacy programs. All of Mindspring’s programs feature evidence-based curriculum and are available to all community members.

 
 

Resources