Local News
Current news regarding health & resilience in Williamson, Travis, Hays, Comal, Bastrop, Caldwell, and Bexar Counties in Central Texas.
Williamson County fills mental health gaps with community-based programs
“Since 2003, the Williamson County Behavioral Task Force has collaborated with law enforcement, mental health professionals and other agencies to identify gaps in the county’s mental health system.”
FROM: Community Impact
NAMI program transforms teen perspectives on mental health
“Daniel Moore finds personal growth through mental health education.”
FROM: KSAT
Travis County’s Mental Health Diversion Center takes another step
“Last week, Travis County kicked off the design portion of its long-awaited mental health diversion center and central intake project.”
FROM: Austin Monitor
3 updates from Bastrop-area medical centers
“Catch up on the latest news from several Bastrop-area medical centers.”
FROM: Community Impact
Nonprofit leans on community to better serve families experiencing homelessness
“Family Promise of Greater New Braunfels is in a rebirthing stage after struggling due to the pandemic.”
FROM: KSAT
Austin student honored with mental health award
“The Jed Foundation (JED) named 17-year-old Rohan Satija as the 2025 Student Voice of Mental Health Award recipient.”
FROM: KXAN
Hays County mental health diversion center makes progress
“Plans for a Hays County mental health diversion center are progressing.”
FROM: Community Impact
How one Lockhart Veteran is leading the charge to end homelessness
“Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Steven Mazurka has dedicated his post-military life to ensuring that no veteran in his community is left without the dignity of a safe place to call home.”
FROM: Lockhart Post-Register
Central Texas expands mental health officers as calls rise
“Across the region, Crisis Intervention Teams, or CIT, and mental health units are being embedded in police departments.”
FROM: Community Impact
Austin man walking 2500 miles to raise mental health awareness & honor best friend
“Alex Bradley is walking 2,500 miles from Austin to Oregon City.”
FROM: FOX 7
Comfort Cafe shifts focus to single location, new coffee shop concept
“The Comfort Cafe, known for helping people recover from alcohol and drug addiction, is closing one door to open a new door to better benefit their recovery program.”
FROM: KSAT
Stand Up Comedy, Sit Down Yoga brings new wellness experience to Austin
“A unique wellness experience in Austin allows participants to listen, laugh, breathe and unwind.”
FROM: Community Impact
Abbott signs bill to fund Ibogaine research for veterans’ mental health treatment
“Gov. Greg Abbott approved a new Texas law backing ibogaine clinical trials to explore its use in treating mental health and substance use disorders.”
FROM: KCENTV
HealthNew health hub in Del Valle boosts care access for over 20,000 residents
“Central Health hosted the grand opening of its Del Valle Health & Wellness Center on Saturday morning.”
FROM: KVUE
Austin ISD is creating more than 50 student mental health spaces as part of the 2022 bond
“The new mental health center is one of more than 50 similar spaces that are being established on Austin ISD campuses as part of the 2022 bond.”
FROM: KUT News
Mental Health Court celebrates graduates
“The program is a 12- to 15-month commitment with specialized treatment designed to address the unique needs of individuals.”
FROM: San Marcos Daily Record
Teens train as mental health champions at free NAMI retreat to build resilience
“Teenagers in San Antonio are spending their summer vacation training to become mental health champions through a free one-day retreat hosted by NAMI Greater San Antonio.”
FROM: Fox San Antonio
‘I am here for you’: NAMI warm line provides vital support before a mental health crisis happens
“The warm line program offers a listening ear and resources to help prevent crises before they occur.”
FROM: KSAT
San Antonio youth organization launches mental health program for at-risk young adults
“SA Youth has announced the launch of a new initiative, the Calm Clinic, aimed at providing free and low-cost mental health services to young adults.”
FROM: NEWS4SA
Mental health center coming soon to Austin ISD campus
“Groundbreaking at Martin Middle School this week aims to further Austin ISD’s goal of expanding mental health support for its students.”
FROM: KXAN