Colorado nonprofit works to help with state's mental health worker shortage
Part of the problem starts before clinicians ever see a patient.
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Part of the problem starts before clinicians ever see a patient.
From financial strain to feelings of loneliness and grief, mental health struggles often spike this time of year.
A program called Upstream is teaching students what you can't learn in typical schoolbooks: how to manage their mental health, strengthen resilience, and enhance their overall well-being.
Living and working in Colorado's mountain towns comes with its own set of challenges.
Community members can be affected in a variety of ways following a tragic event like Wednesday's shooting at Evergreen High School. Denver Health is sharing information on what to expect, particularly for younger individuals, and when to seek help.
More restaurant workers say they're struggling with their mental health, and one Denver employer is taking steps to help.
Paul Gesi, a Northglenn police officer, died by suicide earlier this month after a long battle with PTSD.
A Denver mental health program for the community's most vulnerable members is sharing its success.
Federal funding cuts to AmeriCorps are threatening a program that works to provide mental health support and other support to students at certain Colorado schools.
Research finds that social connection is the strongest protective factor to prevent depression.
Addressing the root causes of gang violence by promoting a positive sense of community.
Youth on Record will train young artists on "mental health first aid" using the A.S.K method: Acknowledge, Support, Keep in Touch.
It's Mental Health Awareness Week and finances are having a big impact on Coloradans' mental health.
Colorado athletes and researchers are working to bring more awareness to the mental health struggles they often face.
Joe Oria, a Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor with AdventHealth, talks about why Valentine's Day can be a trigger for some people and how to process those feelings.
A clinic in Arapahoe County is exploring new ways to help patients by offering ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office now has has a behavioral mental health specialist working in the dispatch center.
Giving trees are ubiquitous this time of year but, while most are aimed at ensuring kids have toys for the holidays, a Boulder nonprofit has set up trees that promise the gift of mental health.
A new mental health treatment option in Boulder is working to lower suicide rates.
Between family dynamics, cross-country travel and expensive shopping, the holidays can take a toll on your mental health. As Coloradans prepare to sit down for Thanksgiving dinner, managing expectations is key to regulating stress.
It's been almost a year since the nation's first mental health treatment facility operated by a school district opened in Aurora. Since then, dozens of Cherry Creek School students facing mental health crises have attended Traverse Academy.
Co-responders have been a staple in the Wheat Ridge community since 2017.
In Lakewood, there is a push to get more co-responders on the streets. They are trained mental health professionals who go with police officers to calls offering their expertise when someone in Colorado is in crisis.
In the last couple of years, we have seen several school districts close schools due to low enrollment.
The suicide rate for men in construction is five times greater than the rate of all other work-related fatalities in the industry.
In a 5-2 decision, the state supreme court has ruled that Children's Hospital Colorado must continue treatments for transgender youth.
The drought is being blamed for an increase in bear sightings around Arvada, according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
Polymarket users can now trade on private companies' valuations, IPOs and secondary market activity.
Denver International Airport is expected to have more than 360,000 passengers pass through over the Memorial Day Weekend.
Many Americans are signaling disapproval of the technology amid fears that it will eclipse already competitive entry-level jobs.
In a 5-2 decision, the state supreme court has ruled that Children's Hospital Colorado must continue treatments for transgender youth.
The drought is being blamed for an increase in bear sightings around Arvada, according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
Denver International Airport is expected to have more than 360,000 passengers pass through over the Memorial Day Weekend.
Police in Denver investigated a car crash early Tuesday morning, where investigators believe a vehicle crashed, causing massive damage.
The Denver City Council unanimously voted to pass a moratorium to halt the construction of data centers for the next year after several hours of community testimony on Monday night.
CU Regent Wanda James has announced a lawsuit against the university after the Board of Regents censured and sanctioned her last year.
Police in Denver investigated a car crash early Tuesday morning, where investigators believe a vehicle crashed, causing massive damage.
Denver International Airport is expected to have more than 360,000 passengers pass through over the Memorial Day Weekend.
Law enforcement officials are sharply criticizing Gov. Jared Polis' decision to grant clemency to a man convicted of shooting a Douglas County sheriff's deputy.
The Colorado Avalanche is adding watch parties for the Western Conference Final on-the-road games.
Ronda Rousey used her signature armbar to stop Gina Carano just 17 seconds into a comeback bout between the two MMA fighters.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino joked that if someone does pay $2 million for a ticket to the World Cup final, "I will personally bring him a hot dog and a Coke."
The Preakness Stakes featured its biggest field in 15 years with 14 horses in the middle jewel of horse racing's Triple Crown.
The Broncos full NFL schedule is out and includes late-season rematches against Denver's 2025 playoff opponents.
The NHL announced that the Colorado Avalanche will be playing their first game of the Western Conference finals next Wednesday.
Polymarket users can now trade on private companies' valuations, IPOs and secondary market activity.
Many Americans are signaling disapproval of the technology amid fears that it will eclipse already competitive entry-level jobs.
Investigators have been looking at a handful of Chinese firms that together control the majority of unrefrigerated shipping container manufacturing around the globe, the sources said.
A security guard who was among the victims killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego is being hailed for his heroism and bravery during the attack.
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
Investigators have been looking at a handful of Chinese firms that together control the majority of unrefrigerated shipping container manufacturing around the globe, the sources said.
Survivors say they'd asked for more medical support before the Iranian drone strike that killed six U.S. soldiers at their command post in Kuwait in the war's first 24 hours.
An uptick in people skipping Obamacare premium payments in many states suggests the Affordable Care Act's rising costs are hitting home for 2026 enrollees.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the creation of the fund as part of the settlement of President Trump's lawsuit against the IRS over the leaking of his tax returns.
Thirty years ago, a Cuban fighter jet shot down two civilian planes operated by Florida-based exile group Brothers to the Rescue, an incident that inflamed U.S.-Cuba relations.
An uptick in people skipping Obamacare premium payments in many states suggests the Affordable Care Act's rising costs are hitting home for 2026 enrollees.
An American medical missionary in the Democratic Republic of the Congo was evacuated after testing positive for Ebola.
The virus behind the latest Ebola outbreak is the Bundibugyo virus, which is less common and there is no vaccine or treatment.
The Trump administration announced it's restricting people who don't have U.S. passports from entering the country if they have been in Congo, South Sudan or Uganda amid the Ebola outbreak.
A Colorado man in need of a kidney was saved by a movie fan. Now he's working to help others find donors through cinema.
Polymarket users can now trade on private companies' valuations, IPOs and secondary market activity.
Many Americans are signaling disapproval of the technology amid fears that it will eclipse already competitive entry-level jobs.
An uptick in people skipping Obamacare premium payments in many states suggests the Affordable Care Act's rising costs are hitting home for 2026 enrollees.
U.S. wage growth is lagging inflation for the first time since 2023, eroding consumers' purchasing power.
California jury dismissed all charges, finding that Musk missed the three-year statute of limitations to file suit.
A federal system is working to crack down on trucks skirting safety regulations, a problem inspectors are seeing on Colorado roadways.
Glendale city leaders are forcefully opposing Colorado's proposed Bus Rapid Transit project on Colorado Boulevard, warning the plan could dramatically worsen traffic for drivers while delivering only modest transit gains.
A jury in Douglas County awarded a New Jersey man $24 million after he sued a Parker police detective for malicious prosecution and false arrest.
A Denver County Court judge on Friday sentenced a vocal police critic to 60 days in jail and two years of probation, saying he needed to send a message that would deter her and her YouTube followers from future doxing of law enforcement.
City-funded contractors have been moving through Denver neighborhoods, replacing sections of sidewalks, frustrating some homeowners. The work was part of a broader program aimed at making city sidewalks more usable and accessible.