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NAMI San Francisco The Official page of NAMI San Francisco. Donation Link: https://www.namisf.org/donate

We are the San Francisco affiliate of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness), one of more than 1,100 local affiliates known by its acronym NAMI or NAMI San Francisco. With some 200,000 members, NAMI is the nation's largest grassroots, volunteer organization dedicated to improving the lives of people with severe mental illnesses through advocacy and education efforts. We understand that mental illness deeply affects whole families; not just the person with an illness. NAMI San Francisco provides the following free programs:

-Education classes
-Presentations
-Support Groups
-Events

Join us tonight, October 22nd, 6-7:30 PM PT, for a virtual conversation exploring the evolving role of AI in supporting ...
10/22/2026

Join us tonight, October 22nd, 6-7:30 PM PT, for a virtual conversation exploring the evolving role of AI in supporting young people's mental health. We’ll bring together mental health professionals, technology experts, and youth-focused advocates to explore both the possibilities and the concerns surrounding these rapidly changing tools.

Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/events/2002961466665/dashboard/?eid=2002961466665

We’re bringing together experts in youth mental health, technology, and digital well-being for a thoughtful conversation to help parents and caregivers better understand this evolving landscape.

Panelists include:
Petra Steinbüchel — UCSF / Cal-MAP
Rachel Gordon — Mental Health Program Coordinator, Albany Unified School District; psychotherapist and clinical supervisor
Jamie Nunez — Common Sense Media / Youth AI Safety Institute
Elinor Huang — CEO, MEandMine

Moderator: Dr. Jessica DiVento Dzuban, licensed psychologist who has worked in tech for the last decade, including companies such as Google, YouTube, and TikTok.

A big thank-you to our sponsors, Hooper, Lundy & Bookman, P.C., Aurora Foundry, Quabble (museLIVE Inc.), Ginko, and Appasani MD PC for supporting this conversation!

Highlighting our amazing panelists and moderator for our Fifth Annual Youth Mental Health Summit, “Rewiring Support: AI’...
10/21/2026

Highlighting our amazing panelists and moderator for our Fifth Annual Youth Mental Health Summit, “Rewiring Support: AI’s Role in Youth Mental Health,” on Thursday, October 22, from 6:00–7:30 PM PT.

Artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday life for young people—from chatbots and social media to tools that can offer information, connection, and support. But what does this mean for youth mental health?

Join NAMI San Francisco for a virtual conversation exploring the evolving role of AI in supporting young people's mental health. We’ll bring together mental health professionals, technology experts, and youth-focused advocates to explore both the possibilities and the concerns surrounding these rapidly changing tools.

📅 Thursday, October 22, 2026

🕕 6:00–7:30 PM Pacific Time

💻 Virtual event

Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nami-san-francisco-rewiring-support-ais-role-in-youth-mental-health-tickets-2002961466665?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Thank you to our sponsors for supporting NAMI San Francisco at our Fifth Annual Youth Mental Health Summit, “Rewiring Su...
10/15/2026

Thank you to our sponsors for supporting NAMI San Francisco at our Fifth Annual Youth Mental Health Summit, “Rewiring Support: AI’s Role in Youth Mental Health,” on Thursday, October 22, from 6:00–7:30 PM PT.

Artificial intelligence is becoming part of young people's everyday lives—from chatbots and social media to tools that can offer information, connection, and support. But what does this mean for youth mental health?

Join NAMI San Francisco for a virtual conversation exploring the evolving role of AI in supporting young people's mental health. We’ll bring together mental health professionals, technology experts, and youth-focused advocates to explore both the possibilities and the concerns surrounding these rapidly changing tools.

This conversation is designed for parents, caregivers, educators, youth-serving professionals, and anyone interested in the intersection of technology and youth mental health.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nami-san-francisco-rewiring-support-ais-role-in-youth-mental-health-tickets-2002961466665?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Acompañe a NAMI San Francisco el 28 de octubre en una conversación en español sobre la salud mental y el sistema de just...
10/14/2026

Acompañe a NAMI San Francisco el 28 de octubre en una conversación en español sobre la salud mental y el sistema de justicia en San Francisco.

En este encuentro, profesionales locales de los ámbitos de la salud mental, los servicios de emergencia, la atención médica en el sistema penitenciario y la reinserción social compartirán información y experiencias sobre lo que sucede durante una crisis, qué pueden esperar las familias cuando un ser querido entra en contacto con el sistema de justicia y cómo pueden apoyar a sus seres queridos durante la reinserción y la recuperación.

Esta conversación está especialmente dirigida a familias y miembros de la comunidad Latinx, y será una oportunidad para hacer preguntas, conocer recursos y aprender más sobre cómo navegar estos sistemas.

Nuestros panelistas:

Monica Soto, LCSW, es trabajadora social clínica licenciada con más de 20 años de experiencia en salud mental. Desde 2017, trabaja con Jail Health Services, brindando atención de salud mental a personas involucradas con el sistema de justicia en la cárcel del condado de San Francisco. Su experiencia incluye el trabajo con adultos con enfermedades mentales graves y el uso de enfoques basados en evidencia como ACT, TCC y TDC.

Jeanette Lopez-Urbina, LCSW,es una profesional clínica bilingüe y salvadoreña-estadounidense de primera generación, con más de 25 años de experiencia en salud mental y servicios sociales en California. Su trabajo se enfoca en el trauma, el trauma sociopolítico y la atención culturalmente receptiva para familias latinas. También ofrece capacitación profesional y ha presentado sobre trauma migratorio y resiliencia familiar.

Pedro Sánchez Molina, Capitán, cuenta con 16 años de experiencia trabajando en servicios médicos de emergencia (EMS). Durante tres años se desempeñó como paramédico comunitario con el Street Crisis Response Team (SCRT) del Departamento de Bomberos de San Francisco. Actualmente trabaja como Capitán en la División de Paramédicos Comunitarios del Departamento de Bomberos de San Francisco.

Julio Escobar se desempeña como coordinador del Programa de Justicia Restaurativa de la Arquidiócesis de San Francisco. Durante más de 15 años, ha liderado iniciativas de apoyo a sobrevivientes de delitos, personas encarceladas, miembros de la comunidad que regresan a la sociedad y sus familias, a través de programas de justicia restaurativa, reinserción y apoyo a las víctimas.

Acompáñanos el 28 de octubre.

Regístrate aquí: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nami-san-francisco-cumbre-de-salud-mental-latinx-en-espanol-tickets-2002683015811?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Join NAMI San Francisco for a virtual conversation exploring the evolving role of AI in supporting young people's mental...
10/13/2026

Join NAMI San Francisco for a virtual conversation exploring the evolving role of AI in supporting young people's mental health. We’ll bring together mental health professionals, technology experts, and youth-focused advocates to explore both the possibilities and the concerns surrounding these rapidly changing tools.

Join us October 22nd, 6:00 -7:30pm!
Register Here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nami-san-francisco-rewiring-support-ais-role-in-youth-mental-health-tickets-2002961466665?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

As the last day of Su***de Prevention Month approaches, know that you are not alone! NAMISF is here to provide resources...
09/30/2026

As the last day of Su***de Prevention Month approaches, know that you are not alone! NAMISF is here to provide resources and support groups.

06/02/2026

NAMIWalk may be over, but the momentum continues! 💙

What an incredible day it was: beautiful weather, an amazing turnout, and a community united for mental health.

We have reached 75% of our fundraising goal, and we’re not stopping there. While Walk Day has come and gone, our fundraising campaign continues. Every dollar raised helps support NAMI’s mission to provide advocacy, education, support, and hope for individuals and families affected by mental health conditions.

Thank you to every participant, Team Captain, donor, sponsor, volunteer, and supporter who made this event such a success. Let's keep the momentum going and finish strong! 💙

Donate: https://www.namiwalks.org/sanfrancisco

🚨 The NAMIWalk is TOMORROW, May 16th! 🚨 Donate today and be part of protecting the only family-focused mental health res...
05/16/2026

🚨 The NAMIWalk is TOMORROW, May 16th! 🚨 Donate today and be part of protecting the only family-focused mental health resource in San Francisco.

Want to make an even bigger impact? Start a team! Invite your friends, family, and coworkers, and help us cross that finish line together!

We're almost there. Let's finish strong! We're 68% of the way to our $200,000 goal, and that's because of this incredible community!

Every dollar raised supports free, community-based classes and support groups for people living with mental health conditions. And right now, that support matters more than ever.

Donate and register now: https://www.namiwalks.org/sanfrancisco

We're proud to spotlight our Bronze Sponsors for the upcoming NAMIWalk on May 16th! 🤎Primark Benefits – A premier employ...
05/13/2026

We're proud to spotlight our Bronze Sponsors for the upcoming NAMIWalk on May 16th! 🤎

Primark Benefits – A premier employee benefits firm with a mission of providing high-quality, individualized service to help American workers successfully prepare for retirement. Since 1971, their team of plan administration experts has helped financial advisors and business owners with complete administration, compliance, and consulting services for all types of employee retirement plans, specializing in 401(k), Profit Sharing, and Pension plans.

Legacy Realtors – Committed to creating a community of homeownership in San Francisco, Legacy Real Estate was founded with the goal of helping others succeed in the SF market, believing that owning a home is not only a great investment but the basis of an emotionally and financially secure life. With over 50 years of buying and selling property in San Francisco, Marin, and the Greater Bay Area, they know how to help clients navigate this complicated market.

MerryMakers – A woman-owned business founded in 1994 that specializes in creating high-quality plush dolls based on beloved children's book characters, collaborating closely with authors and illustrators to promote imaginative play and literacy.

Mindful Health Solutions (MHS) – One of the nation's leading providers of innovative behavioral health care therapies, with a patient-first mission to help those struggling with treatment-resistant depression and other mood and anxiety disorders through emerging psychedelic research, precision medicine, and cutting-edge treatment protocols.

Their support helps make this event possible and strengthens our mission to raise awareness and support for mental health in our community. Thank you for standing with us! 💙

Register for the upcoming Walk: https://www.namiwalks.org/sanfrancisco

We're proud to spotlight our Silver Sponsors for the upcoming NAMIWalk on May 16th! 🤎Crestwood Behavioral Health – Found...
05/13/2026

We're proud to spotlight our Silver Sponsors for the upcoming NAMIWalk on May 16th! 🤎

Crestwood Behavioral Health – Founded in 1968, Crestwood provides a complete range of behavioral healthcare services, from traditional psychiatric services to innovative recovery programs, geared towards community reintegration, building resiliency, and developing compassionate communities.

SF Parks and Recreation – Provides enriching recreational activities, maintains beautiful parks, and preserves the environment for the well-being of our diverse community. In 2017, San Francisco became the first city where every resident lives within a 10-minute walk of a park.

Their support helps make this event possible and strengthens our mission to raise awareness and support for mental health in our community. Thank you for standing with us! 💙

Register for the upcoming Walk: https://www.namiwalks.org/sanfrancisco

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