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We want to extend our sincere thanks to the Alabama Department of Mental Health for the opportunity to participate in this week's Mental Health Matters: A Better You, A Better ADMH conference.

Our Clinical Manager for Therapeutic Services, Carolyn Pickett, was honored to present "Beyond Awareness: Trauma Treatment that Improves Outcomes," sharing approaches to helping children heal from trauma and achieve better outcomes.

It was a wonderful two days of learning, collaboration, and meaningful conversations with professionals dedicated to improving mental health services across Alabama. We appreciate the opportunity to share information about children and trauma and to be part of such an impactful event!

We had such a wonderful time being part of the 5th Annual Pinwheels for Prevention event on Saturday in Chelsea! 💙

This fun, free community event was a great way to raise awareness for National Child Abuse Prevention Month while bringing families together for a meaningful cause. Our staff truly enjoyed connecting with so many amazing families, sharing Gateway resources, and building relationships throughout the community.

A big thank you to the Shelby County Children’s Policy Council’s Parent Involvement and Skills Committee for hosting such an engaging and impactful event. We’re grateful to have been part of it!

Every child deserves at least one safe, supportive adult.

Trauma can change how a child sees the world—but healing happens in relationships.

A caring teacher. A patient foster parent. A consistent caseworker.

You don’t have to be perfect—you just have to show up.

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month—a time to recognize the role we all play in creating safe, supportive environments where children can heal and thrive. 💙