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Mental Health Advocacy and Support Services in Indiana
Mental Health America of Indiana has been a steadfast advocate for mental health policy reform and community wellness since our inception. Our organization operates through a multifaceted approach that includes legislative advocacy, prevention programs, counseling services, and recovery support initiatives. With a dedicated board of directors comprising mental health professionals, law enforcement leaders, and community advocates, we leverage decades of collective experience to address systemic challenges in mental healthcare access and delivery. Our statewide advocacy network mobilizes thousands of individuals to protect and expand mental health resources, while our training institute provides critical education for behavioral health professionals.Through partnerships like the IAIC Recovery Hub and programs such as the Indy LOSS Team, we deliver peer support and postvention services to communities in need. Our commitment to equity and innovation is reflected in initiatives like the Vitality Grants, which fund mental health systems reform and juvenile justice programs. By bridging gaps between policymakers, service providers, and affected populations, we work to ensure that every Hoosier has access to quality mental health care and support systems.
Services
Mental Health Advocacy
Counseling Services
Recovery Programs
Legal Support
Training Institute
Suicide Prevention
Community Grants
Policy Reform
Peer Support
Youth Programs
Highlights and features
- We maintain a statewide advocacy network that has secured major mental health policy victories.
- Our board includes mental health professionals, law enforcement leaders, and policy experts.
- We operate the Stanley W. DeKemper Training Institute for behavioral health education.
- We provide crisis support through the Indy LOSS Team suicide postvention program.
- Our Vitality Grants fund mental health systems reform and juvenile justice initiatives.
Associations and certifications
- Bell Seal
Services
Mental Health Advocacy
We advocate for mental health policy changes at state and federal levels through legislative campaigns, public awareness initiatives, and coalition building. Our advocacy network mobilizes thousands of supporters to influence policy decisions and expand access to mental health resources across Indiana.
Counseling Services
Our network connects individuals with licensed mental health professionals offering individual, group, and family therapy sessions. Services address various mental health conditions through evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy for adults and seniors.
Recovery Programs
We facilitate recovery support through peer-led initiatives, including the IAIC Recovery Hub that connects individuals with substance use and mental health treatment resources. Our programs emphasize long-term recovery strategies and community reintegration for affected individuals and families.
Training Institute
Our Stanley W. DeKemper Training Institute delivers behavioral health education programs for professionals, offering continuing education units through instructor-led and on-demand learning formats that meet licensing requirements for mental health practitioners across Indiana.
Suicide Prevention
We provide suicide prevention services through the Indy LOSS Team program that offers immediate postvention support to suicide survivors. Our crisis response network connects affected individuals with grief counseling and community support resources to prevent future incidents.
People
Stephen C. McCaffrey
President and CEO
JD from Indiana University School of Law with over 30 years of mental health advocacy experience. Recipient of the Webster-Kipfer Award and former national mental health association board member. Leads statewide policy reform efforts.
Jayson Harvey
Board President
Licensed mental health counselor with 7 years in Indiana Department of Correction. 2017 Addiction Professional of the Year award recipient. Specializes in behavioral therapies and addiction recovery programs for incarcerated populations.
Catherine Cummings
Board Vice President
24-year Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department veteran who developed behavioral health units and crisis response teams. Holds advanced degrees in business psychology and homeland security.
Beatrice Beverly
Board Member
Founder of Stop the Violence Indianapolis with expertise in conflict management and youth development. Certified Six Sigma Black Belt and diversity facilitator focused on mental health access for marginalized communities.
George Hurd
Board Member
30-year behavioral health leader with Community Health Network. Advocate for early intervention and stigma reduction in mental healthcare access for underserved populations across Indiana.
Questions
What mental health advocacy services do you provide?
We advocate for policy reform at state and federal levels, operate a legislative action network, and publish priority mental health bills for legislative tracking.
Do you offer mental health counseling services?
Yes, we provide counseling through partner organizations and community programs focused on recovery, trauma, and behavioral health treatment.
What training programs are available for professionals?
Our Stanley W. DeKemper Training Institute offers CEU-certified courses in behavioral health, delivered in-person, online, and on-site for professionals.
How does your organization support suicide prevention?
We operate the Indy LOSS Team program that provides immediate post-suicide support to affected families and communities through trained volunteers.
What community funding opportunities exist?
Our Vitality Grant program provides funding for Indianapolis-based organizations working on mental health systems reform and juvenile justice initiatives.
