notMYkid

10/07/2026

🎉 BIG NEWS for Arizona youth and families!

notMYkid has been awarded nearly $7.5 million in federal funding through the five-year AWARE Arizona Project to expand prevention, early intervention, and connections to treatment for youth and families across our state.

Every year for the next five years, we’re working to:
-Reach 100,000 youth
-Support 10,000 family members
-Train 1,000 educators & youth-serving professionals
-Strengthen prevention partnerships across 6 Arizona counties: Maricopa, Navajo, Mohave, Yuma, Cochise, and Pima
-Expand Project REWIND early intervention services statewide

From urban communities to rural, frontier, and Tribal communities, this investment means more local support, earlier intervention, and more opportunities for Arizona kids to thrive.

Need prevention education or early intervention support for your school, family, or community? Visit www.notmykid.org to learn more and connect with us.

Help us spread the word by sharing this post with someone who could benefit from these resources!

10/06/2026

A drug test kit isn’t about catching your teen, it’s about creating another opportunity for conversation, accountability, and positive choices.

Having one at home can give parents a practical tool to support open conversations about substance use and help youth feel empowered to make healthy decisions, even when parents aren’t around.

Be prepared, start conversations, and support positive choices. Stop by notMYkid to pick up a drug test kit.

10/05/2026

If you’re concerned that your youth may be experimenting with or using substances, it’s important to approach the situation with curiosity, connection, and care.

Some teens may try to keep substance use private, which can make it difficult for parents to know what’s happening. As adults, our role is to guide, support, and create safe opportunities for honest conversations while their brains and decision-making skills continue to develop.

If you have concerns about substance use, take a closer look at your teen’s environment for unfamiliar items, products, or objects that could potentially be used to conceal or consume substances, including items with hidden compartments.

Most importantly, don’t jump to conclusions. Use what you notice as an opportunity to start a conversation and learn more about what your teen may be experiencing.

Want to learn more about recognizing potential signs of substance use and how to approach the conversation? Reach out to us today.

10/02/2026

Have you thought about using locking prescription vials (LPVs®)? 🤔❓

has LPVs® that have a locking cap with a 4-digit pin to protect against unauthorized medication use.

For parents, this can be an additional tool to help secure medications, reduce the risk of misuse, and create safer spaces at home.

Stop by the notMYkid office and pick up a locking prescription vial.

09/30/2026

We all cope in different ways.

Some coping mechanisms are healthier than others. Sometimes we try to put a band-aid over our struggles with certain coping skills but we truly need to rely on healthier options that can support us more in the long run.

Have you noticed your youth exhibiting any of these and want to support them better? DM us today.

09/29/2026

notMYkid is searching for a compassionate, experienced, and dedicated Licensed Clinical Therapist to join our team!

If you or someone you know are passionate about behavioral/mental health, please apply!

09/28/2026

Have you ever seen our campus up close?

Sometimes we have to zoom up close to take in detail and appreciate the things around us. notMYkid is a beautiful campus . We love having teens and families experience it whether it's coming for their therapy session, peer support, or attending one of our campus events.

Want to get a full look at notMYkid? DM us to schedule a tour.

09/24/2026

Watch this segment with our fantastic Chief Administrative Officer, Ahriza, where she shares about the pressures kids and teens may face with being back to school, how parents can recognize their kids' stress, and how to provide support.

Ahriza Martinez, Chief Administrative Officer at notMYkid, joined T...

09/24/2026

What’s your go to coping skill?

Healthy coping skills are not about being perfect. They are about finding what works best for you.

Take the opportunity today to start a conversation with your kids about coping skills. Help them learn there are options they can choose from. Maybe even show them the list we included on the last slide.

09/23/2026

Bullying can have a lasting impact on young people, but knowing how to recognize it, respond to it, and speak up can make a difference.

Join notMYkid at the Tempe Public Library for an upcoming family presentation where parents and youth can learn together about:
-What bullying is and the impact it can have
-Bullying vs. conflict and why the difference matters
-Effective strategies for addressing and reporting bullying
-Assertiveness and kindness and how they can help create safer, more supportive environments

This isn’t just a conversation about bullying, it’s an opportunity to give your family practical tools, confidence, and strategies you can use beyond the presentation.

Bring your questions. Bring your kids. Bring your voice.

You won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and take action together!

Have questions? Send us a DM or call 602-652-0163.