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Mental Health Help At Illumma Ketamine Clinic

Illumma Ketamine Clinic in Austin Texas is offering ketamine assisted therapy, which blends conventional talk therapy with ketamine therapy.

FROM: KXAN

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How a Round Rock student-led nonprofit is addressing homelessness

A group of Round Rock high schoolers launched a nonprofit to aid students experiencing homelessness, the organization has expanded its reach to help aid families struggling with food and housing security districtwide.

FROM: KXAN

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Hays County Commissioners Court approves creation of new Behavioral Health Program

The Hays County Commissioners Court recently approved the creation of a behavioral health coordinator position within the Hays County Health Department. The is the first position created by the county to address mental health and substance abuse outside of the criminal justice system.

FROM: Hays County

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Texas Mental Health Creative Arts Contest Seeking Entries

The 2024 Texas Mental Health Creative Arts Contest is accepting entries from all age groups in original artwork, writing and photography. The submission deadline is March 1.

FROM: Texas Health & Human Services

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