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Mental Health and Wellness Committee Check-Ins

Read the latest Wellness Check-In to discover simple tips for caring for your mind and body while boosting your well-being!

Mental Health Awareness Month Edition

Prioritizing Your Well-Being This May

As we move into May, we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month. This isn't just a date on the calendar; it is a vital reminder to pause, check in with ourselves, and look out for one another. In the academic world—especially as we approach the final push of the semester—it is easy to let self-care slide to the bottom of the "to-do" list.

This month, we are focusing on two core pillars: prioritizing your own peace and strengthening our community of support.

Practical Ways to Support Yourself & Others

  • Set Firm Boundaries: Whether it’s turning off notifications after 7 PM or saying "no" to an extra commitment, protecting your energy is a necessity, not a luxury.
  • The Power of the Check-In: A simple, "How are you actually doing?" can go a long way. Sometimes, just being heard is the first step toward healing.
  • Practice Mindfulness in Small Moments: You don’t need an hour of meditation. Five minutes of deep breathing or a short walk across campus can help reset your nervous system.
  • Normalize the Struggle: We all face challenges. By talking openly about mental health, we reduce the stigma and make it easier for others to seek help when they need it most.

WVNCC Mental Health Resources

We want every member of our Northern community to know they are never alone. Whether you are a student or faculty member, support is just a click or a call away.

BetterMynd: Your 24/7 Support System West Virginia Northern Community College is proud to partner with BetterMynd to provide students with high-quality, confidential mental health services.

  • Teletherapy: Access 50-minute online therapy sessions with a diverse network of licensed counselors.
  • 24/7 Crisis Support: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, help is available at any time, day or night.
  • Workshops: Join interactive sessions on stress management, anxiety, and more.

Immediate Support & Contact Information:

  • BetterMynd 24/7 Help Line: 1-844-B-MYND-ME (1-844-287-6963)
  • WVNCC Mental Health Page: Visit the Portal

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