The past year has led to increased mental health issues, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). The COVID-19 pandemic itself and the illness and death associated with it have only been one part of the struggle. The isolation, economic stress, reduced access to mental health treatment, and increased use of alcohol and other substances to cope have created a parallel mental health crisis in our communities. As of June 2020, 40% of US adults reported mental health or substance abuse issues.

This presentation will focus on the understanding these trends, challenges to evaluation and treatment, and what clinicians can do to address this issue in their communities.

Come join us for this free webinar from the Hope and Healing Center & Institute. Register today for login information.

About the Speaker

Elil Yuvarajan, Psychologist, PsyD, Co-Owner of Stepping Stone Therapy

Dr. Elil is a clinical psychologist with experience working in community mental health, college counseling, and substance abuse treatment. He has been in the Houston area for 5 years with his spouse, Kristi, and their two high-energy toddlers. Dr. Elil and Kristi Wolfe co-own a private practice, Stepping Stone Therapy in Webster where they lead a group of 10 psychologists. Dr. Elil provides individual therapy, couples therapy, and psychological testing for adolescents and adults on a broad range of issues, including anxiety, depression, and substance abuse disorders.