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In this episode we sit down with the Director of Children & Family Services, Ruth Ann Ott, and Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office School Resource Officer, Sergeant Jamie King, where they discuss the impact that cell phones, social media and screens have on teen's mental health and safety concerns that arise in schools.  Here are some relevant links mentioned in the episode: Upcoming Hidden in Plain Sight Presentation (November 2025): https://southsidebh.org/events/hidden-in-plain-sight/ Social Media Toolkit for Parents: https://southsidebh.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Social-Media-Mental-Health-Toolkit-1.pdf Interested in starting services with SBH?  Appointments: 833-272-2778 In crisis, our team is here for you 24/7/365, You are not alone, call our Crisis Line: 833-377-7272 Have questions or suggestions for the Southside Behavioral Health State of Mind Podcast? Visit our Podcast Page to submit suggestions/questions!

In this episode we sit down with the Director of Prevention & Community Connection, Kenan Tyner-Smith, where she discusses all the hard work she and her team do to bring awareness to our community on topics of Suicide Prevention, Opioid Overdose, Adverse Childhood Experiences, and the simple ways any person can be more informed and productive on this topics within their community.  Kenan gives you a brief description of all of her trainings and how to register, as well as a little background on our Coalition, the Southside Wellness Coalition, and our Trauma Informed Care Network, Trauma Awareness and Resilience Partners. Here are some relevant links mentioned in the episode: Register for upcoming trainings: southsidebh.org/events Sign up for the SBH newsletter: southsidebh.org/newsletter Learn more about the Southside Wellness Coalition: bewellsouthside.org Learn more about the Trauma Awareness and Resilience Partners: https://southsidebh.org/tarp-ticn/ Here are some ways to contact Kenan, mentioned in the episode: 434-394-3586 or 434-572-6916 Ext 1550 [email protected] Interested in starting services with SBH?  Appointments: 833-272-2778 In crisis, our team is here for you 24/7/365, You are not alone, call our Crisis Line: 833-377-7272 Have questions or suggestions for the Southside Behavioral Health State of Mind Podcast? Visit our Podcast Page to submit suggestions/questions!

Join us in this episode as we say farewell to someone very dear to us at Southside Behavioral Health, Beth Engelhorn, our Executive Director.  Beth sat in with the State of Mind Podcast to reflect on her impactful career and share some of the memories and lessons she's gathered over the years, as she prepares to retire at the end of this year, 2024.  Southside's Phone numbers Peer Warm Line (Mon-Fri 8:30AM-10PM): 1-833-826-7337Southside Behavioral Health General Information Line: 434-572-6916SBH Appointment Line: 1-833-272-2778SBH Crisis Line (24/7): 1-833-377-7272 Have questions or suggestions for the Southside Behavioral Health State of Mind Podcast? Visit our Podcast Page to submit suggestions/questions!

Join us as we get a deeper dive into James Bracey's Recovery Journey and his time at Southside Behavioral Health. During this episode we learn about Peer Support Services, James' Journey to Recovery, SBH's Peer Warm Line, and how to handle challenges and triggers while struggling with substance use. Settle in with James Bracey (Peer Recovery Specialist in Brunswick County) and Sara Weisman (Marketing Coordinator) and learn more about Substance Use challenges and a Journey to Recovery.  Click links below for access: Same Day Access Appointment webpageSubstance Use Disorder webpageInformation on Peer ServicesRelevant Phone numbers Peer Warm Line (Mon-Fri 8:30AM-10PM): 1-833-826-7337Southside Behavioral Health General Information Line: 434-572-6916SBH Appointment Line: 1-833-272-2778SBH Crisis Line (24/7): 1-833-377-7272  SBH Adult Services Locations:   Brunswick: 2087 Lawrenceville Plank Road, Lawrenceville, VA 23868 Mecklenburg: 823 N. Mecklenburg Ave, South Hill, VA 23970 Halifax: 424 Hamilton Blvd, South Boston, VA 24592 Have questions or suggestions for the Southside Behavioral Health State of Mind Podcast? Visit our Podcast Page to submit suggestions/questions!

Join us with Preston Whitlow (Substance Use Disorder Clinician) and Sara Weisman (Marketing Coordinator) as they dive into all the details about Southside Behavioral Health's Office-Based Addiction Treatment Program. Learn about treatment methods for opioid use disorder, medications, trainings SBH offers to reverse an opioid overdose, eligibility into the program, admission process, triggers and how to navigate, and so much more! Click links below for access: Same Day Access Appointment webpageSBH's Substance Use Disorder webpageLearn more about Opioid Overdose Reversal Training - REVIVERelevant Phone numbers Peer Warm Line: 833-826-7337Southside Behavioral Health General Information Line: 434-572-6916SBH Appointment Line: 1-833-272-2778SBH Crisis Line (24/7): 1-833-377-7272 SBH Adult Services Locations:   Brunswick: 2087 Lawrenceville Plank Road, Lawrenceville, VA 23868 Mecklenburg: 823 N. Mecklenburg Ave, South Hill, VA 23970 Halifax: 424 Hamilton Blvd, South Boston, VA 24592 Have questions or suggestions for the Southside Behavioral Health State of Mind Podcast? Visit our Podcast Page to submit suggestions/questions!

Join us with Ruth Ann Ott (Divisional Director of Children & Family Services) and Samantha Dean (Outpatient Clinician for Children & Family Services) along with Sara Weisman (Marketing Coordinator) as they discuss the new 7 Challenges Program that Southside Behavioral Health offers to adolescents struggling with substance use in our community.  Click links below for access: Same Day Access Appointment webpage7 Challenges Program overviewRegister for 7 Challenges at Southside Behavioral HealthSBH's Children & Family Services webpageRelevant Phone numbers Southside Behavioral Health General Information Line: 434-572-6916SBH Appointment Line: 1-833-272-2778SBH Crisis Line (24/7): 1-833-377-7272 SBH Children & Family Services Locations:   Brunswick: 2087 Lawrenceville Plank Road, Lawrenceville, VA 23868 Mecklenburg: 523 Madison Street, Boydton, VA 23917 Halifax: 424 Hamilton Blvd, South Boston, VA 24592 Have questions or suggestions for the Southside Behavioral Health State of Mind Podcast? Visit our Podcast Page to submit suggestions/questions!

Join us with Peer Support Specialists James Bracey, Yevotte "Lottie" Oliver, Charlotte Hightower, and Tiffany Dailey for a discussion of the role of peer support in the treatment of substance use disorder. Peer support connects people struggling with substance use to survivors who have walked in the same shoes and have been trained to help individuals identify resources and implement coping behaviors for working through various stressors.   Have questions or suggestions for the Southside Behavioral Health State of Mind Podcast? Visit our Podcast Page to submit suggestions/questions!

Join us with guest speaker Ruth Ann Ott for our fourth interview on the subject of trauma-informed practices and their impact on communities. Ruh Ann Ott is the Divisional Director of Children and Family Services for Southside Behavioral Health.  Additionally, she is certified in brain spotting and has been trained in EMDR therapy. Originally, Ruth fell into the mental health field via a natural curiosity about how things work. This curiosity led her to pursue studies in trauma-informed services and the power of resiliency.  Look for our other podcasts on the importance of trauma-informed communities coming soon as we prepare for our virtual Building Trauma Responsive Communities Conference in May.   Have questions or suggestions for the Southside Behavioral Health State of Mind Podcast? Visit our Podcast Page to submit suggestions/questions!

Join us with guest speaker Joey Lopresti for our third interview on the subject of trauma-informed practices and their impact on communities. Lopresti is Captain of the Brunswick County Sheriff's office, investigative division. His law enforcement career began 15 years ago with the Virginia Beach police department. Then, in 2014 he was given the opportunity to move back to his childhood home and offer support to teams where he grew up. Lopresti is a patrol training officer, defensive tactics instructor, hostage crisis negotiator, and more. He has also been a critical member of our Crisis Intervention Team, which trains our region's first responders to better manage crisis-related calls for service.  Look for our other podcasts on the importance of trauma-informed communities coming soon as we prepare for our virtual Building Trauma Responsive Communities Conference in May.   Have questions or suggestions for the Southside Behavioral Health State of Mind Podcast? Visit our Podcast Page to submit suggestions/questions!

Join us with guest speaker Kelly Colgate for our second interview on the subject of trauma-informed practices and their impact on communities. Kelly Colgate is the Chase City Elementary School Counselor and has been there for 26 years. Additionally, she also works at the Mecklenburg YMCA as a fitness yoga instructor and is an active member of the Southside Wellness Coalition. She is also a trained Adverse Childhood Experiences instructor, which she uses in her daily work and teaches to community members.  Please look for our four podcasts on the importance of trauma-informed communities coming soon as we prepare for our virtual Building Trauma Responsive Communities Conference in May.   Have questions or suggestions for the Southside Behavioral Health State of Mind Podcast? Visit our Podcast Page to submit suggestions/questions!

Join us with guest speaker Keith Cartwright for our first interview on the subject of trauma-informed practices and their impact on communities. Cartwright is the Adverse Childhood Experiences Coordinator for the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services. Most of his work revolves around suicide prevention, mental health wellness, substance use prevention, and of course adverse childhood experiences. In his current role, he has come to believe that educating ourselves about these adverse experiences is the key to better understanding and responding to trauma within our local communities.  Please look for our other four podcasts on the importance of trauma-informed communities coming soon as we prepare for our virtual Building Trauma Responsive Communities Conference in May.   Have questions or suggestions for the Southside Behavioral Health State of Mind Podcast? Visit our Podcast Page to submit suggestions/questions!

Southside Behavioral Health's Ryan McCoull, director of child & family services for the agency, talks with mental health professional Wesley Cook about ways we can positively affect and support the LGBTQ+ communities in our area.  Wesley is an outpatient counselor at a nonprofit organization in Roanoke, Virginia. He holds a masters in social work from Baylor University and is working toward his certification as an LCSW.  He is also a board member at the Roanoke Diversity Center and a trans man who identifies as queer.  Have questions or suggestions for the Southside Behavioral Health State of Mind Podcast? Visit our Podcast Page to submit suggestions/questions!