👉 🟦 **CLICK HERE TO REGISTER** https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_w7WzBFqqTt2rqxMw19MI7A Mental health and public health professionals are working to address one of the most persistent challenges in behavioral health: helping people access care before mental health and substance use concerns escalate into crisis. Despite increased awareness and expanded services, many individuals continue to delay or avoid treatment altogether. That is why we invite you to join us for a free webinar featuring Tracy Stecker, PhD, psychologist, researcher, and author of Choosing Help: Your First Step Toward Better Mental Health. Drawing on decades of research into help-seeking behavior, stigma, and treatment engagement, Dr. Stecker will explore why people resist mental health care and what behavioral and public health professionals can do to address these barriers. Participants will gain practical insights into the psychological factors that influence treatment avoidance and learn evidence-based strategies that can be applied across prevention, outreach, behavioral health, and community wellness initiatives. Topics covered include: ► Why individuals resist mental health and substance use treatment ► The impact of stigma, fear, mistrust, and denial ► The gap between community need and treatment engagement ► Evidence-based approaches to increasing mental health care ► Practical strategies for public health agencies ► Building stronger pathways to care To support the important work being done by public health departments and community health organizations, participating teams will receive a complimentary copy of Choosing Help for staff development, training, and community education efforts with their timely registration. In addition, 1.0 Continuing Education (CE) credits are available for psychologists, nurses, and counselors who attend the webinar and meet participation requirements. This program is ideal for public health leaders, behavioral health professionals, prevention specialists, health educators, community health workers, and others working to improve access to care and mental health outcomes. Date: September 22, 2026 Time: 12PM - 1PM Platform: Zoom Webinar Cost: Free