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Join us for the inaugural OVERWATCH CLASSIC Join us for the inaugural A charity clay shoot benefitting the Overwatch Peer Support Program Friday, August 16, 2024 Dallas Gun Club Register/Sponsor Online Download Sponsor Packet

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Individuals Living with Mental Illness Peer-to-Peer Our free, 8-session, confidential Peer-to-Peer program provides educational information that helps adults with mental illness learn more about their condition and treatment options. We aim to provide the most current and up-to-date information about the major mental health conditions, their biological aspects, and information on the possibilities for living in recovery, including various treatment strategies currently available. NAMI will never recommend a specific therapy or approach but instead provides a space for compassionate conversations taught by a trained team of people who have been where you are. Your Peer-to-Peer facilitator will provide specific skills training in problem-solving, listening, communication techniques, handling crises and relapse, guidance on locating appropriate supports and services within the community, and tips on advocating for those supports and services. Groups are structured through presentations, discussions, and interactive exercises that help you learn how to be an active participant in your treatment plan, identify feelings, thoughts, behaviors, and events that could result in a possible relapse, and strengthen interpersonal relationships. Through this process, you will further your knowledge of mental health and gain insight into how to cope with difficult circumstances while sharing your experiences with peers who share the same recovery goal. Class Schedule Connection Recovery Support Group Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, 90-minute support group for adults living with a mental health condition. Meeting once a month, connection recovery aims to combat the isolation and anxiety accompanying mental illness. These groups strive to create respectful, compassionate, and understanding environments that lead to meaningful conversations, where members share their struggles and successes. Members can find support and empathetic discussions that offer insight into others’ coping strategies, problems, concerns, and paths to recovery. Connection Recovery is entirely confidential, and you never have to share more than you want to. NAMI does not recommend or endorse any medications or other medical therapies during the groups and instead offers a casual, relaxed, and flexible approach without an educational format. Our facilitators have been where you are- each group is led by individuals going through recovery. They understand your struggles and offer support, encouragement, and connection without judgment. Everyone is a valued participant, and we welcome you to join and share. Group Schedule "Mary and Hannah did an incredible job leading the class! They were so kind and welcoming each week. As leaders they created a supportive classroom environment that made me feel safe and encouraged. I would highly recommend this class to others. I now have the courage to use goal tracking as I pursue my dreams. The goal exercises in class helped me to better form this positive habit."

Jump to: Request Support | Family Support Group | OPS Trainings | Meet Our Instructors | Events Built BY First Responders, FOR First Responders The award-winning NAMI North Texas OPS program is the first of its kind: in-person, no-cost, confidential, community-based, inter-agency peer support network for first responders. This innovative program provides a private option to take the first step towards mental health care, making it easier for first responders to seek help, prioritize their own well-being, and connect with vetted, culturally appropriate clinical care when necessary. Intended to be supplementary to intra-agency support teams, OPS serves as an additional resource to optimize first responder wellness and professional performance. After more than a decade of experience working with law enforcement, NAMI North Texas developed the 16-hour, high quality, law enforcement peer support certification course in 2021-2022 with the help of the Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute. Once a first responder completes this training, they receive an OPS certification and are eligible to provide 1-1 support to other first responders who request assistance through OPS. First responders are also trained to recognize when peer support is not enough, thus serving as bridges to professional mental health services that specialize in treating first responders. During the summer of 2023, the OPS program expanded to all first responder professionals, including communications/dispatch, corrections, and civilian employees of law enforcement agencies, and fire/ems personnel. Help support first responder mental health in North Texas Supporting first responder mental health in North Texas is crucial to ensure the well-being of those who tirelessly serve and protect our communities. Overwatch Peer Support has trained individuals across 35 departments and two federal agencies, extending their invaluable education and support to over 2549 individuals last year alone. You can directly contribute to providing essential mental health support and resources to those utilizing OPS, and help first responders cope with the challenges they face daily. Your generosity can make a significant difference in enhancing the mental resilience and overall welfare of our North Texas first responders and their civilian colleagues. Your contribution is greatly appreciated! Donate If you are a member of the first responder community (sworn or civilian), and would like to be connected with an OPS Peer Supporter, please register using the button below. Information you provide will be reviewed only by the program coordinator and your confidentiality will be protected. Request Peer Support OPS BAsic CERTIFICATION FOR ALL FIRST RESPONDERS & CIVILIAN COLLEAGUES September 17-18, 2025 8am-5pm TCC – Criminal Justice Building (NW16) 4801 Marine Creek Parkway Fort Worth, TX 76179 Register Here OPS ADVANCED Trainings FOR OPS PEER SUPPORTERS WHO HAVE COMPLETED THE 16 HOUR BASIC TRAINING TBA TBA OPS Training Fee Policy Learn More In response to the increasing demand for our OPS Basic Course, we are implementing a new training fee policy tailored to accommodate the needs of first responders in and out of our service area. The new policy aims to balance accessibility with the quality of instructors, materials for the course, and ensuring that every first responder and their civilian colleagues receive valuable information from the course. By implementing this new approach, we are reaffirming our commitment to supporting those who dedicate their lives to public service, empowering them with the tools they need to prioritize their mental health and effectively serve those in need. Meet our Instructors Revved Up Resilience Car Show A community event dedicated to supporting first responder wellness August 23, 2025 | 9 AM - 1 PM 5701 President George Bush Hwy Ste 110, Rowlett, TX 75089 About Detective Michelle Horridge Det. Michelle Horridge, who recently retired from Flower Mound Police Department after 20 years, serves as NAMI North Texas’ Frontline Wellness Coordinator. For more information: Contact Michelle Horridge NAMI North Texas Frontline Wellness Coordinator MichelleH@NAMINorthTexas.org

Mohammad 'Pasha' Rahman Vice President Pharm D., MHA, FACHE Pasha Rahman is the Director of Pharmacy Services at Medical City Green Oaks Hospital in Dallas, Texas. Medical City Green Oaks Hospital is dedicated to inpatient psychiatric care, and has multiple outpatient programs and locations in North Texas. Là một cựu cầu thủ bóng đá chuyên nghiệp, tôi có quyền truy cập vào các nguồn sức khỏe tâm thần. NFL và Hiệp hội người chơi NFL đã hợp tác để tạo ra một nguồn sức khỏe tinh thần cho những người chơi cũ và hiện tại để tìm kiếm sự trợ giúp nếu nhu cầu đó phát sinh. Đó là một dịch vụ miễn phí cho chúng tôi và gia đình của chúng tôi. Tôi sử dụng những tài nguyên đó bất cứ khi nào cần thiết hoặc thậm chí chỉ để đăng ký để trò chuyện về vị trí của tôi trong cuộc sống và những gì đang diễn ra. Tuần trước NAMI North Texas đã bắt đầu một chương trình đào tạo để cung cấp một mạng lưới hỗ trợ sức khỏe tâm thần hoàn toàn bí mật, miễn phí, không kỳ thị cho cơ quan thực thi pháp luật (và cuối cùng là tất cả những người phản ứng đầu tiên và gia đình của họ). Theo thiết kế, nó giải quyết những lý do nổi bật nhất mà những người trả lời đầu tiên có xu hướng không tìm kiếm dịch vụ chăm sóc sức khỏe tâm thần; kỳ thị xã hội và nghề nghiệp, lo sợ bị giáng chức hoặc mất việc, không có khả năng tìm được nhà cung cấp có khả năng liên quan đến chấn thương lặp đi lặp lại dẫn đến nhu cầu về chuyên gia sức khỏe tâm thần. Chương trình này sẽ là bước đầu tiên hoàn toàn bí mật để chăm sóc sức khỏe tâm thần, giúp những người phản hồi đầu tiên tìm kiếm sự giúp đỡ dễ dàng hơn. Những người hỗ trợ ngang hàng cũng sẽ đóng vai trò là cầu nối với các dịch vụ chăm sóc sức khỏe tâm thần chuyên nghiệp. Họ sẽ được đào tạo để nhận ra khi nào một nhân viên đồng nghiệp cần nhiều hơn những gì họ được đào tạo để đưa ra và giúp họ kết nối với nhà trị liệu, bác sĩ tâm thần hoặc dịch vụ chuyên nghiệp khác có kinh nghiệm làm việc với những người phản hồi đầu tiên. Tôi luôn đối xử với cơ quan thực thi pháp luật một cách tôn trọng, và vâng, ngay cả trong một số hoàn cảnh khó khăn, bởi vì họ cũng có gia đình và ưu tiên của họ là cung cấp dịch vụ cho cộng đồng, bảo vệ và phục vụ. Timmy Newsome NAMI NTX President Để biết thêm thông tin về Chương trình hỗ trợ ngang hàng của Overwatch (OPS) , liên hệ với Giám đốc Chương trình & OPS của chúng tôi, Christopher Payne .

About Todd Gyure Todd Gyure has worked at the Garland Police Department for over 21 years with 16.5 years of that time spent working in the Patrol unit. For the past 5 years Todd has been assigned to the Garland Police Departments Wellness Unit. Todd is in his 12th year as a member of The Garland Police Departments S.W.A.T. team as a hostage negotiator. Todd is a TCOLE certified mental health officer, a Suicide and Crisis Center of North TX certified telephone crisis counselor, GPD TCOLE 1850 Crisis intervention training instructor, Department of Public Safety certified Officer Resilience Training Leader, FRCPI certified law enforcement suicide prevention trainer, IAFF behavioral health awareness peer support certified, First Responder Stress and Trauma instructor (F1RST), member of Garland Police Departments Critical Incident Stress Management team, founder of The Law Enforcement Mental Health Alliance of North TX, founder of the NAMI North TX Overwatch Peer Support (OPS) program, Associate Producer of the film PTSD911, Mental Health First Aid certified instructor, and a Certified Police Field Training Officer. Todd is passionate about all things brain health for both the public he serves, and the law enforcement/first responder community at large. During his time with The Garland Police Department Todd has earned numerous awards and commendations to include: FOP’s Officer of the year, Garland Police Department’s 2019 Unit of the Year for his work in the wellness unit, Police Commendation Bar, Meritorious Conduct Bar, 2 Life Saving Bars, several Officer of the Month certificates, and a 2022 Mental Health America Prism award winner. Todd has spent that last 19 years as a big brother to Zach Moore. Zach Moore is the only son of Garland Officer Michael David Moore who was killed in the line of duty in 1997. Todd is a past president of NAMI North TX, and still serves on the board of directors. Todd earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from the University of North TX, has two current TX public school teacher certificates, and his Master Peace Officer license.

NAMI's Ending the Silence program is a trio of engaging presentations to help schools and organizations serving youth and their families address mental health. Ending the Silence is a powerful tool in raising awareness, improving understanding and reducing stigma. It delivers a message of hope and recovery, helping to end stigma and empower safe, open communication around mental health conditions. Please click on the links below to read more about each presentation and request Ending the Silence for your group. ETS for Students ETS for Educators ETS for Families REQUEST ENDING THE SILENCE PRESENTATION Ending the Silence delivers a message of hope and recovery, helping to end stigma and empower safe, open communication around mental health conditions. Questions? Contact Olivia Frolichstein at Olivia@naminorthtexas.org or 214-341-7133

Silence Can be a Threat to Hope NAMI Ending the Silence for Students is an innovative 50-minute presentation that helps middle and high school students better understand mental health. Students learn early warning signs of a potential mental health issue and are given ideas about how to help themselves, friends, or family members who may be in need of support. The presentation includes personal testimony from a young adult who shares an authentic journey of courage and recovery in his/her experience with mental health challenges, as well as educational slides, videos and discussion. Why Ending The Silence Matters 1 in 5 kids experiences a mental health condition; only 50% of them actually get help About 50% of students ages 14+ with a mental health condition will drop out of school Suicide is the second-leading cause of death for 15-24 year olds The earlier the better: early identification and intervention provides better outcomes What Your Students Will Hear Ending the Silence delivers a message of hope and recovery, helping to end stigma and empower safe, open communication around mental health conditions. Moving stories from positive role models have the power to change kids' views. The discussion gives students the rare opportunity to ask questions about mental health challenges to people who have lived it. The presentation’s message of empathy and hope encourages students to actively care for themselves and their friends. It also teaches them it's okay to talk about what they're feeling. NAMI Ending the Silence covers: Early warning signs of declining mental health Facts and statistics about youth and mental health conditions Personal perspectives on the experience of living with mental illness Recovery and coping strategies When, where and how to get help for themselves or their friends What Your Students Will Receive Resources they can use if they have concerns or questions about mental health, including: Contact information for mental health agencies and youth support services A list warning signs of declining mental health Recommendations on how to help themselves or a friend who is experiencing mental health problems Research on the Effectiveness of Ending the Silence for Middle and High School Students Download Research Reports "This program will prevent many people from feeling alone or having suicidal thoughts."

About Katie Gorski Katie Gorski, LMSW, is a dedicated social worker with the Garland Police Department, where she’s been serving since July 2023. In her role, she supports both the community and internal department staff—officers, civilian employees, and their families—by promoting mental wellness and connecting them with meaningful first responder qualified resources. Katie earned her bachelor’s degree from Western Kentucky University and her Master of Social Work from Baylor University, equipping her with both the clinical skills and compassionate approach that guide her work every day. Katie is currently working on her next State of TX certification to become a licensed clinical social worker. Coming from a law enforcement family herself—her dad and grandfather both served—Katie understands the unique challenges first responders and their families face. That personal connection fuels her mission to break the stigma around mental health in public safety. She’s passionate about creating a culture where seeking help is seen as strength, not weakness, and where those who protect others feel supported to take care of themselves too. Her goal is simple but powerful: to help first responders live healthier, fuller lives and enjoy long, well-earned retirements.

What’s On Family Support Group Upcoming NAMI Support Groups Description of the supports and all support groups nami ntx holds Learn More An Odyssey Through Time Explore a captivating array of artworks, spanning from 1940 to the present. Learn More Opening Times Monday to Sunday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Last entry at 5:30 PM
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Athena Trentin, Ed.D Dr. Athena Trentin brings more than 25 years of experience in the fields of nonprofit management, developing communities of support and cultivating future leaders. Prior to joining NAMI North Texas, Dr. Trentin was a Research Director for the Simmons School of Education & Human Development at SMU and COO of the Urban Inter-Tribal Center of Texas, a health and social services nonprofit for Native Americans. Dr. Trentin is a proud member of the Little Traverse Bay Band of Odawa Indians, located in Harbor Springs, Michigan. Là một cựu cầu thủ bóng đá chuyên nghiệp, tôi có quyền truy cập vào các nguồn sức khỏe tâm thần. NFL và Hiệp hội người chơi NFL đã hợp tác để tạo ra một nguồn sức khỏe tinh thần cho những người chơi cũ và hiện tại để tìm kiếm sự trợ giúp nếu nhu cầu đó phát sinh. Đó là một dịch vụ miễn phí cho chúng tôi và gia đình của chúng tôi. Tôi sử dụng những tài nguyên đó bất cứ khi nào cần thiết hoặc thậm chí chỉ để đăng ký để trò chuyện về vị trí của tôi trong cuộc sống và những gì đang diễn ra. Tuần trước NAMI North Texas đã bắt đầu một chương trình đào tạo để cung cấp một mạng lưới hỗ trợ sức khỏe tâm thần hoàn toàn bí mật, miễn phí, không kỳ thị cho cơ quan thực thi pháp luật (và cuối cùng là tất cả những người phản ứng đầu tiên và gia đình của họ). Theo thiết kế, nó giải quyết những lý do nổi bật nhất mà những người trả lời đầu tiên có xu hướng không tìm kiếm dịch vụ chăm sóc sức khỏe tâm thần; kỳ thị xã hội và nghề nghiệp, lo sợ bị giáng chức hoặc mất việc, không có khả năng tìm được nhà cung cấp có khả năng liên quan đến chấn thương lặp đi lặp lại dẫn đến nhu cầu về chuyên gia sức khỏe tâm thần. Chương trình này sẽ là bước đầu tiên hoàn toàn bí mật để chăm sóc sức khỏe tâm thần, giúp những người phản hồi đầu tiên tìm kiếm sự giúp đỡ dễ dàng hơn. Những người hỗ trợ ngang hàng cũng sẽ đóng vai trò là cầu nối với các dịch vụ chăm sóc sức khỏe tâm thần chuyên nghiệp. Họ sẽ được đào tạo để nhận ra khi nào một nhân viên đồng nghiệp cần nhiều hơn những gì họ được đào tạo để đưa ra và giúp họ kết nối với nhà trị liệu, bác sĩ tâm thần hoặc dịch vụ chuyên nghiệp khác có kinh nghiệm làm việc với những người phản hồi đầu tiên. Tôi luôn đối xử với cơ quan thực thi pháp luật một cách tôn trọng, và vâng, ngay cả trong một số hoàn cảnh khó khăn, bởi vì họ cũng có gia đình và ưu tiên của họ là cung cấp dịch vụ cho cộng đồng, bảo vệ và phục vụ. Timmy Newsome NAMI NTX President Để biết thêm thông tin về Chương trình hỗ trợ ngang hàng của Overwatch (OPS) , liên hệ với Giám đốc Chương trình & OPS của chúng tôi, Christopher Payne . ​ ​