07/16/2026
Life can be hard. It’s okay to go slow, ask for help, and hold on to hope.
Your stories give us strength. We hope writing them does the same for you. 🤍
Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from Mental Health 417, 3055 E. Division St., Springfield, MO.
Our mission is to help people become authors of their own mental health story by providing easy, comprehensive access to the resources they need so they can feel hopeful and supported about their next chapter.
07/16/2026
Life can be hard. It’s okay to go slow, ask for help, and hold on to hope.
Your stories give us strength. We hope writing them does the same for you. 🤍
There’s nothing quite like the comfort and encouragement that comes from talking to someone who has been there, too. Support groups offer the same type of connection, along with expert guidance to help you along the way.
Find the best group for you on Mental Health 417’s Treatment Finder.
07/14/2026
Have you heard of hot SSRI summer? It sounds silly, but it’s a real thing. Learn more about how SSRIs can affect your body’s temperature regulation.
We get it. More than you know. That’s why stress balls (or hedgehogs) can be a great mental health break.
When you’re feeling edgy, squeeze Little Hedgy!!
07/07/2026
Finding what works right for you in your mental health care can take time. For Anna, SSRI medication helped immensely after a few tries, and along the way she learned to accept her anxiety as a core part of who she is. 🫂💓
Read Anna’s full story: https://mentalhealth417.com/in-their-own-words/not-every-problem-needs-fixing-my-journey-with-anxiety/
07/02/2026
Moments matter. 🫂🩵
07/01/2026
Summer fun hits different ☀️🌻🕶️
Check out this month’s guide to events in 417-Land. Send to a friend or save it for later!
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Take a break. Think of snow angels. It’ll help you power through this heat wave.
Pause. Listen. Annnnnnnnd breath. Repeat as needed.
Your nervous system will thank you. 🙂
06/24/2026
Did you know that paying off debt, decluttering your living room and making doctor appointments are all forms of self care?
Most people associate self care with things like bubble baths, ice cream and massages. But while self care can be enjoyable and relaxing, it can also include activities that feel a little like...well, work.
There are eight different types of self care, and regularly engaging in all of them can give your mental health a boost. Gamifying your self care can make the entire process more fun and manageable.
Learn about the eight types of self care and create your own BINGO board with our free Canva template: https://canva.link/7piezhctu9ixpy4