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May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it has us reflecting on what that really means.

Awareness is important.  But action matters more.

At Authentic Connections, action looks like:

Growing our team to serve more people.  Deepening our connections with providers who refer to us.  Showing up every day (not just in May) for people who need support.

This month, we're excited to introduce you to Michelle, our newest therapist, and share about Lauren's expanded role connecting our practice with the broader Castle Rock community.

We're also sharing some of our team's favorite mental health-supporting activities right here in Castle Rock, because sometimes the best support is free, local, and simpler than you think.

Thank you for trusting us with your care, your referrals, and your community.

If you've called Authentic Connections in the past two years, you've probably talked to Lauren!  We're excited to share that Lauren has stepped into a new role as our Client and Community Engagement Coordinator.

For the past two years, Lauren has been the warm, friendly voice on the other end of the phone helping clients find the right therapist, schedule appointments, and navigate the sometimes-overwhelming process of starting therapy.  Now, in addition to continuing that work, she's expanding into building relationships with providers and referral partners throughout our community.

A little about Lauren: She's lived in Castle Rock almost her whole life and is raising her two boys here with her husband.  This community has her heart, and she's passionate about making sure people get connected to the mental health care they need.  If you know Lauren, you know she's bubbly, genuine, and the kind of person who makes everyone feel welcome.

In her new role, Lauren will be connecting with local providers: physicians, psychiatrists, school counselors, and other professionals to make sure referrals to Authentic Connections are smooth and that we're serving our community well.

If you're a provider interested in connecting with Lauren about referrals or collaboration, she'd love to hear from you! 
Reach her at (720) 370-3010 or [email protected].