Campbell County Suicide Awareness and Prevention - CCSAP

11/15/2025

We are deeply grateful and honored to have been invited to be featured in this year's issue of Bio Magazine.

11/11/2025

🌻 Thankful Together: Celebrating Campbell County’s Changemakers 🌻

Today, our hearts are full of gratitude for our friends over at WCC. 💛

This incredible team continuously goes above and beyond the call of duty. We have the privilege of working alongside Chad and Pat, whose kindness, compassion, and quiet strength never go unnoticed.

When our community loses someone to su***de, their team doesn’t just show up to do a job — they show up with love, respect, and dignity. They care for families in some of the hardest moments imaginable, bringing comfort and gentleness where it’s needed most.

💙 WCC is who we trust for compassionate scene restoration after a su***de loss — and what they provide is far more than a service. They bring humanity, heart, and hope into some of life’s darkest spaces.

And it doesn’t stop there — these guys are always happy to lend a hand, even when it’s not su***de related. Their generosity and willingness to help reflect the very best of what community means.

Thank you, Chad, Pat, and the entire WCC team, for being part of the light in our community. 💛

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11/07/2025

🌟 **Exciting News, Wyoming Community!** 🌟

We’re thrilled to share a new resource in our community — **The DBT Center of Wyoming** has added a new therapist to their team! 💙

What makes this even better? This therapist is offering **night and weekend appointments** to help make mental health support more accessible for everyone. 🙌

How amazing is that?! If you’ve been needing flexible scheduling or extra support, now’s a great time to reach out to the DBT Center of Wyoming! 💫

11/05/2025

Preventing su***de isn’t about one moment of intervention—it’s about building a world where people feel valued long before they reach a breaking point.

There is not one reason that someone dies by su***de. Often it is a build up of events, situations, experiences, etc that create pain, pain that never seems to get better, pain that hurts so bad they feel hopeless, hopeless that their pain will go away, that that are not worthy of life. Then they start to break connections. Connections to friends, family, loved ones, pets.

We as a society can do better to break free from the stigma and create a sense if community, a sense of safety for speaking out and speaking up. Mental health is essential to our health in general.

If you or someone you know, love, or care about is battling with the decision to live or die, know you do not have to make a decision today. You do not have to make a decision right now or tomorrow. I would invite you to have a conversation about your battle, if you dont, you are missing what could be. What could be if you ended your life.

The human brain possesses remarkable capabilities. It can, at times, lead individuals to perceive things that are not factually accurate. This underscores the critical importance of prioritizing both brain and mental health.

Please, I invite you to talk about your battles, your scars, talk about YOU!

If you would like to learn more on how to help in a su***de crisis, message us today. We have an ASIST training coming up!

11/04/2025

🌻 Thankful Together: Celebrating Campbell County’s Changemakers 🌻

A message from our friends at Hope Source:

Mental health care can mean the difference between just surviving and truly living. But for too many in Wyoming, therapy remains out of reach—not for lack of courage, but because of the cost of a high deductible, insurance limits on mental health coverage, underinsured, or even no insurance.

That’s where Hope Source steps in. A program of the Northeast Wyoming Community Health Foundation, Hope Source helps bridge the gap—quietly, compassionately, and directly—by funding therapy sessions with trusted, licensed mental health professionals.

In Wyoming, we take care of our own. When we show up for one another, we’re doing more than helping—we’re building hope. To learn more about Hope Source, visit newcommunityhealth.org.

11/04/2025

🌻 Thankful Together: Celebrating Campbell County’s Changemakers 🌻

This November, Campbell County Su***de Awareness and Prevention is celebrating the incredible people and organizations that make a difference in our community. We are for those who work tirelessly to create hope, healing, and connection across Campbell County.

✨ Today, we are honored to recognize Hope Source! ✨
Hope Source continues to be a beacon of support, compassion, and dedication—providing vital services and helping individuals and families find the strength and resources they need. Their work embodies what it means to truly care for our community.

Please join us in thanking the entire Hope Source team for all they do to make Campbell County a stronger, more connected place to live. 💛

Send a message to learn more

10/29/2025

As October comes to a close, **Campbell County Su***de Awareness and Prevention** would like to extend our heartfelt **thanks and gratitude** to all of our incredible partners and community members. 💙

Su***de prevention truly **takes a community** — it’s through collaboration, compassion, and connection that we’re able to make a difference. Each organization, volunteer, and supporter plays a vital role in building hope and saving lives.

Throughout the month of **November**, we’ll be highlighting and celebrating the amazing organizations and individuals who stand beside us in this mission. Together, we continue to raise awareness, offer support, and show that **no one is ever alone.** 💚

Stay tuned all month long as we share stories of partnership, impact, and gratitude.

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10/22/2025

🧠 **Let’s Talk Mental Health & “Parts Work”** 🌿

Over the past year or so, I’ve been learning more about *Parts Work* — a therapeutic approach that invites us to explore the different “parts” within ourselves, especially the ones that often seem at odds with our peace of mind.

There’s a part of me that *craves perfection*. It wants everything just right. It pushes me to achieve, to prove, to polish every detail. And for a long time, I thought this part was just “me.” But what I’ve come to realize is that this perfectionist part is actually a *protector*. It’s trying to keep me safe — safe from failure, judgment, shame. It believes that if I just get everything “perfect,” I’ll be okay. I’ll be loved. I’ll be enough.

There’s also a part of me that *needs control* — over outcomes, people, even my own emotions. This part grips tightly because it fears what might happen if I let go. Underneath, it’s usually a scared child, trying to create stability in an unpredictable world.

These parts mean well. They’re trying to protect me the best way they know how. But the irony is… these protectors can *become* the source of my suffering. 😔

They contribute to my anxiety — constantly scanning for what could go wrong, what needs fixing, what’s not good enough.
They contribute to my depression — whispering that I’ve failed, that I’ll never measure up, that I’ve lost control.

So what do we do?

🧘‍♀️ The work begins by *noticing* these parts — not fighting them, not judging them. Just noticing.

💬 Ask them questions:
“What are you afraid would happen if you didn’t do your job?”
Often, you’ll hear something like: “You’ll get hurt. You’ll be rejected. You’ll be abandoned.”

❤️ Then comes compassion. These parts aren’t bad *there are no bad parts*. They’re just scared. And they need *you* — your calm, your care, your presence.

🌬️ Practices that help:

* Breathwork to bring you back into your body
* Grounding techniques (touching something cold, naming 5 things you see)
* Movement: even gentle stretching or walking
* Journaling a conversation with your “perfectionist” or “controller” part
* Therapy or IFS (Internal Family Systems) work, if it’s available to you

You are *not broken*. You are beautifully complex. And every part of you is just trying to survive — until you show it that it’s safe to *thrive*.

If this resonates, you’re not alone. I’m walking this path, too. ❤️

Great YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/YP_v8kR-F20?si=evfUsTUQ_IWURNr6

10/21/2025

🧠 **Let’s Talk About Depression – Understanding What’s Happening Inside** 💙

Depression isn’t just “feeling sad” – it’s a medical condition that affects both the **brain** and **body**, and it can happen to anyone.

When someone is depressed, there’s often a change in brain chemistry. Neurotransmitters like **serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine**, which help regulate mood, energy, and sleep, can become imbalanced.

This can lead to symptoms such as:

* Constant fatigue or low energy
* Feelings of hopelessness or emptiness
* Loss of interest in things once enjoyed
* Difficulty concentrating
* Changes in appetite or sleep
* Physical aches and pains with no clear cause

Over time, depression can even change how the brain functions – particularly in areas that regulate mood and decision-making.

🌪️ **What Contributes to Depression?**

Depression can be caused by many things, including:

* **Genetics** – a family history of mental illness can increase risk
* **Trauma** – past abuse, loss, or major life changes
* **Chronic stress** – financial, relationship, or work-related
* **Medical conditions** – chronic illness, pain, or hormonal changes
* **Substance use** – alcohol or drug misuse can trigger or worsen depression

🇺🇸 **Veterans and Depression**

Our veterans are especially vulnerable. After serving, many face invisible battles such as **PTSD**, **depression**, and **moral injury**. The transition to civilian life, feelings of isolation, or survivor’s guilt can amplify depressive symptoms.

If you’re a veteran struggling, **you are not alone**. There are people who care and resources that can help.

🕯️ **TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors)**
TAPS provides compassionate care and support for those grieving the loss of a military loved one, and resources for veterans experiencing emotional pain.
🔗 Visit: [www.taps.org](https://www.taps.org)

🏔️ **Resources for Wyoming Residents**

📍 **Wyoming 24/7 Su***de Prevention Lifeline**:
📞 Call or Text 988 – you’ll be connected to trained counselors who understand what you're going through.

📍 **Wyoming Vet2Vet Talk Line**
📞 1-307-920-5699 – Connects veterans with fellow veterans to talk and share.

📍 **Campbell County Behavioral Health Services**
Offering therapy, support groups, and medication management.
📞 (307) 687-7070
📍 501 S. Burma Ave, Gillette, WY

📍 **TAPS Wyoming Support**
If you’re grieving or need veteran-related mental health help, TAPS is here for you.
📧 [info@taps.org](mailto:info@taps.org)
📞 1-800-959-TAPS (8277)

💬 **YOU MATTER. YOUR STORY MATTERS.**
If you’re feeling overwhelmed or noticing signs of depression in yourself or someone else – don’t wait. Reach out. We are a community that supports one another. Healing is possible, and help is available.

🧡 *Let’s break the stigma, one conversation at a time.*

10/20/2025

🟣 **You Are Not Alone. Let's Talk About Depression.** 🟣

Depression doesn't always look like sadness.

Sometimes it looks like:
☁️ Withdrawing from loved ones
☁️ Sleeping too much or too little
☁️ Feeling exhausted all the time
☁️ Losing interest in things that once brought joy
☁️ Feeling hopeless or overwhelmed by even small tasks

It’s real. It’s heavy. And it’s **nothing to be ashamed of**.

Our goal is vital:
**To destigmatize reaching out for help.**

If you're struggling, please know — you don’t have to face this alone. Whether it’s a friend, family member, loved one, faith leader, counselor, or even someone you just trust — talking is a powerful first step.

🧡 **You're not weak for struggling. You're strong for continuing.**

We are here to spread awareness, offer support, and build a stronger, more compassionate Campbell County where mental health matters and no one suffers in silence. 💬💜

**Let's keep the conversation going. Share this post. Check in on your people. Be the reason someone holds on.**

10/10/2025

🧠💚 **World Mental Health Day** 💚🧠

Today, the Campbell County Su***de Awareness and Prevention Team wants to remind YOU of something incredibly important:

**You matter. You are important. You are worthy.**
Not just today—but every single day.

We encourage everyone to take a moment, look in the mirror, and give yourself a high five.
👏 You’ve made it this far.
👏 You’re doing the best you can.
👏 You are not alone.

Let’s break the stigma around mental health by showing compassion—to others and to ourselves.

Check in on your friends. Talk about how you’re feeling. Reach out if you need help.
And most of all—**never forget your worth.**