Mental health struggles don’t discriminate. People from every background, culture, and identity experience anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health challenges. But access to compassionate, effective care is not always equal — especially for individuals from minority communities.

July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to recognize the unique mental health needs and barriers faced by Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), as well as LGBTQ+ individuals and other underrepresented groups. At Alleviant Integrated Mental Health, we believe that healing starts with being seen, heard, and respected — and that means representation matters.

Mental health looks different for everyone, and so should mental health care. Too often, people from marginalized or underrepresented communities feel like their struggles are overlooked or misunderstood by the healthcare system. This can lead to delayed treatment, misdiagnosis, or feeling like there’s no safe place to turn. But mental healthcare should never feel out of reach.

At Alleviant Integrated Mental Health, we believe that true healing starts with being seen, heard, and respected. That’s why representation in mental health care is so important — because when people feel understood, they’re more likely to open up, get support, and begin to heal.