Wellnest Emotional Health & Wellness

06/19/2026

Today, Wellnest honors Juneteenth! A celebration of freedom, resilience, and the enduring contributions of Black communities. As we reflect on this important day in history, we also recognize the ongoing work to advance equity, justice, and access to mental health care for all. At Wellnest, we remain committed to creating inclusive spaces where children, youth, families, and Wellnest staff feel seen, supported, and empowered to thrive.

We encourage our community to celebrate Juneteenth by learning more about its history, support Black-owned businesses, explore local cultural events, and engage in conversations that promote understanding, healing, and opportunity.

Please note that Wellnest offices are closed today in observance of Juneteenth. We wish everyone a meaningful day of reflection, celebration, and community.

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06/11/2026

🗣️More than 200 guests attended Pain to Power 2.0, a powerful convening that brought together survivors, healthcare providers, advocates, and policymakers to advance maternal mental health systems change across California.

🗣️ Held at Wellnest’s flagship campus, the event showcased the organization’s uniquely designed trauma-informed indoor/outdoor healing space and fostered meaningful dialogue through personal storytelling, cross-sector collaboration, and community engagement.

🗣️ Attendees also participated in wellness-centered experiences, including group sessions, workshops, yoga, and other holistic healing practices designed to promote restoration, connection, and resilience.

06/05/2026

🎉BIG NEWS! 🎉 Mark your calendars for the inaugural NestFest: A Family Fun Festival. 🍃

🗓️ Sunday September 27, 2026
⏰ 12PM-3PM

🍃Join us for interactive wellness activities, food and curated culinary offerings, live entertainment and dedicated areas for children, youth, and caregivers. All while supporting emotional health and wellness services in Los Angeles.

Click the link in our below for more details, including sponsorship opportunities! 🍃

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06/04/2026

We continue our Ask an Expert series with Dr. Anthony Durham, DPA, LCSW, Director of Intensive Services at Wellnest. For the past seven years, Anthony has worked to expand access to culturally responsive, trauma-informed mental health care for young adults and families across Los Angeles.

In this feature, he shares insights on the barriers many youth face when seeking mental health support, including stigma, systemic inequities, financial stress, and a lack of culturally responsive care. 🧠💛

His advice for future mental health professionals? “Practice cultural humility, build authentic relationships within communities, and stay committed to lifelong learning and advocacy.”

Read the full Ask an Expert article by clicking the link below.

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06/02/2026

Wellnest hosted “Healing in Harmony” a Conversation on Youth, Mental health and Healing.

Designed to elevate Wellnest as a trusted community resource and thought leader in emotional health and wellness, the event featured a panel discussion highlighting the importance of creating safe spaces, reducing stigma, and supporting the emotional well-being of young people.

The conversation was moderated by Denise Dador with ABC7 Eyewitness News and featured an impactful panel including:

Trinity Bailey, Co-Founder of Music Is Unity Foundation alongside her father, Philip Bailey, founding member of Earth, Wind & Fire

Brianna Betts, Co-Founder of50/50 Foundation with husband, LA Dodgers Markus Lynn, “Mookie” Betts

Charlene Dimas-Peinado, President & CEO of Wellnest

Conversations like this particularly during Mental Health Awareness and Foster Care awareness months help to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and foster care.

06/02/2026

06/01/2026

Wellnest participated in the “Take Action” event on May 28th, a free community event held at Pasadena City College that brought together wellness activities, food, art, music, and opportunities for attendees to connect with mental health resources and supportive services available in the community. Wellnest is proud to “take action” for mental health, together. 💚

06/01/2026

50% of LGBTQIA+ young people who wanted mental health care in the past year, were unable to get it. (Trevor Project.)

Access to affirming mental health services can make a life-changing difference! At Wellnest we provide no-fee screenings through our Access Outpatient Services program and no one is ever turned away.

To learn more about this critical entry point for support, click here >> https://www.wellnestla.org/our-services/access-wellness-center/ 👆🏳️‍🌈

05/29/2026

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we want to remind you that your mental health matters every day and progress looks different for everyone. So if you, or someone you know needs support, reaching out can start with something as simple as:
“Hey, how are you feeling?” or “I’ve noticed you haven’t seemed like yourself lately.”
Send a text. Make that call. Check in.
A simple act of care and connection can change a life.