Mental Health Services

NOW OFFERING INDIVIDUAL, FAMILY, AND GROUP SUPPORT

Did you know that if your are currently enrolled youth or family in the RAMP and Youth program, you may be eligible for Free mental health support?

Around 1 in 4 young people ages 12–17 in the U.S. are considered to have special health-care needs. And youth with disabilities are about 2½ times more likely than their peers to show signs of depression or anxiety.

You do not have to face life’s challenges alone. RAMP aims to provide a safe, welcoming space to talk, learning coping skills, and connect with people who understand. Our mental health support is tailored to each youth’s unique needs to ensure quality care. Our goal is to create a space that shifts away from self-blame and toward self-compassion- helping youth build confidence, strengthen resilience, and thrive. Whether you want to talk about stress, loneliness, school, identity, or anything else — we are here to listen.

According to the world health organization, one in seven 10-19 years experiences a mental disorder.  In the United States 1 in 5 youth experience mental health or depression between the ages 10-24.  The stats are even higher for youth with disabilities and youth of color.

Key facts 

• Globally, one in seven 10-19-year-olds experiences a mental disorder, accounting for 15% of the global burden of disease in this age group.
• Depression, anxiety and behavioral disorders are among the leading causes of illness and disability among adolescents.
• Suicide is the third leading cause of death among those aged 15–29 years old.
• The consequences of failing to address adolescent mental health conditions extend to adulthood, impairing both physical and mental health and limiting opportunities to lead fulfilling lives as adults.

LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW RAMP CAN SUPPORT YOUR MENTAL HEALTH

Contact: Nora Neary
Email: nneary@abilityconnectioncolorado.org
Phone: (720) 957-7913

Heads and Hearts Together

The Mental Health Services provided at Employment Works are part of Ability Connections Colorado’s Heads & Hearts Together, a service that provides mental health and family support services to children, individuals and families. Heads & Hearts Together offers early intervention, support systems and access to therapy at little to no cost to families. Mental health services offered include play therapy for children, family therapy, and individual therapy for adults. Family support services are provided by a family support specialist in the form of advocacy, and connection to resources for families that have, or are experiencing mental health challenges.