Business Details
37 Years
experience
Empowering Children's Mental Health Through Education and Support
At the Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health (MACMH), we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive emotionally, socially, and mentally from infancy through young adulthood. Founded in 1989, MACMH is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to promote and pursue optimal mental health from infancy to young adulthood. We provide education, resources, and support to professionals, caregivers, families, and youth across Minnesota and beyond. Our work is anchored in helping families navigate the journey of raising a child with mental health challenges through free resources, educational opportunities, and family coaching services. We recognize the critical role of a skilled, ethical, culturally-responsive workforce in building systems that promote children's mental health, and we equip professionals with knowledge and tools to enhance statewide capacity.Our Infant & Early Childhood Division builds a multidisciplinary workforce to address the unique needs of children prenatal to age six. We amplify youth voices through programming that promotes mental wellness and leadership. Our professional development opportunities include the annual Child & Adolescent Mental Health Conference, one of the largest in the country, and regular training webinars. We collaborate with academic institutions and community partners to develop culturally specific programs like the Somali and LatinX 40-Day Project. Our advocacy efforts include supporting families during Individual Education Planning and providing direct representation at meetings and hearings.
Services
Family Coaching Services
Professional Training Programs
Mental Health Conferences
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Parent Leadership Training
Cultural Competency Workshops
Reflective Consultation
Advocacy Support
Online Educational Resources
Community Partnerships
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer free family coaching services for navigating mental health systems
- Our certified professionals provide Youth Mental Health First Aid training
- We host the largest Child & Adolescent Mental Health Conference in the Midwest
- Our culturally specific programs address diverse community needs
- We provide direct advocacy support for special education services
Services
Family Coaching Services
Our Family Coaching Services provide direct support to parents navigating mental health systems for their children. Certified Family Peer Specialists offer mentoring and non-clinical support to help families access appropriate services. We accompany families to IEP meetings and court hearings, providing advocacy and guidance through complex systems of care.
Professional Training Programs
We offer comprehensive professional development programs including Youth Mental Health First Aid certification and the annual Child & Adolescent Mental Health Conference. Our training series covers clinical skills, cultural competency, and ethics, equipping professionals with tools to better serve children and families through continuing education opportunities.
Cultural Competency Workshops
Our culturally specific programs include the Somali and LatinX 40-Day Project, focusing on postpartum mental health support. We develop culturally responsive training curricula in partnership with community organizations to address diverse mental health needs and improve access to care for underserved populations.
Youth Mental Health First Aid
This evidence-based program teaches adults to identify and respond to mental health crises in adolescents aged 12-18. Participants learn to recognize warning signs, provide initial support, and connect youth with appropriate professional care through an 8-hour certification course recognized by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing.
Advocacy Support
We provide direct advocacy for families navigating special education systems and mental health services. Our staff assists with developing self-advocacy skills, connecting to community resources, and ensuring families understand their rights and responsibilities under disability and education laws.
Questions
What services does MACMH offer for families?
We provide free family coaching, Certified Family Peer Specialist support, advocacy for special education services, and culturally specific programs like the Somali and LatinX 40-Day Project.
Do you offer professional development opportunities?
Yes, we offer Youth Mental Health First Aid certification, annual conferences, and ongoing training webinars covering clinical skills, cultural competency, and ethics for mental health professionals.
How can I get involved with MACMH?
You can participate in our training programs, attend conferences, join our membership network, volunteer for events, or support our mission through donations and Amazon Wish List contributions.
What youth programs are available?
Our BE A LDR program partners with the Jerry Gamble Boys & Girls Club to develop emotional awareness and entrepreneurial skills in youth through creative projects and life skills training.
Do you provide mental health resources for educators?
Yes, we offer Key Warning Signs and Suicide Prevention training that fulfills Minnesota's educator licensure requirements, along with resources for classroom accommodations and student mental health support.
How does MACMH support infant and early childhood mental health?
Our Infant & Early Childhood Division builds a multidisciplinary workforce through professional endorsements, reflective consultation, and annual conferences focused on prenatal to age six mental health needs.
