Youthwell
@youthwell.bsky.social
✨Youth Mental Health • Santa Barbara ✨
Education • Support • Prevention • Advocacy
Helping youth & families access local mental health resources 💙
Education • Support • Prevention • Advocacy
Helping youth & families access local mental health resources 💙
Your thoughts shape your inner world, and over time, that shapes how you show up in the world around you.
As we step into 2025, let this be a season of choosing thoughts that are kind, curious, and honest. Not perfect, just intentional.
Find support at youthwell.org
As we step into 2025, let this be a season of choosing thoughts that are kind, curious, and honest. Not perfect, just intentional.
Find support at youthwell.org
January 6, 2026 at 8:03 PM
Your thoughts shape your inner world, and over time, that shapes how you show up in the world around you.
As we step into 2025, let this be a season of choosing thoughts that are kind, curious, and honest. Not perfect, just intentional.
Find support at youthwell.org
As we step into 2025, let this be a season of choosing thoughts that are kind, curious, and honest. Not perfect, just intentional.
Find support at youthwell.org
As the year winds down, we often reflect on where we’ve felt broken, tired, or uncertain.
But as Leonard Cohen reminds us—those cracks let the light in.
✨ You don’t need to be flawless to grow. You just need to be open.
Let the light in. Let this next chapter be gentler.
But as Leonard Cohen reminds us—those cracks let the light in.
✨ You don’t need to be flawless to grow. You just need to be open.
Let the light in. Let this next chapter be gentler.
December 30, 2025 at 8:01 PM
As the year winds down, we often reflect on where we’ve felt broken, tired, or uncertain.
But as Leonard Cohen reminds us—those cracks let the light in.
✨ You don’t need to be flawless to grow. You just need to be open.
Let the light in. Let this next chapter be gentler.
But as Leonard Cohen reminds us—those cracks let the light in.
✨ You don’t need to be flawless to grow. You just need to be open.
Let the light in. Let this next chapter be gentler.
This time of year can bring joy—but it can also stir grief, loneliness, and overwhelm.
If you’re feeling tender, distant, or just not like yourself… you’re not broken, you’re human.
If you’re feeling tender, distant, or just not like yourself… you’re not broken, you’re human.
December 25, 2025 at 8:01 PM
This time of year can bring joy—but it can also stir grief, loneliness, and overwhelm.
If you’re feeling tender, distant, or just not like yourself… you’re not broken, you’re human.
If you’re feeling tender, distant, or just not like yourself… you’re not broken, you’re human.
Winter reminds us that rest is productive. ❄️
It's okay to slow down. It's okay to recharge. This season can be about healing, gathering strength, and getting ready for what’s ahead.
Take what you need—and know you're not alone in needing it.
Find local support + tools at youthwell.org
It's okay to slow down. It's okay to recharge. This season can be about healing, gathering strength, and getting ready for what’s ahead.
Take what you need—and know you're not alone in needing it.
Find local support + tools at youthwell.org
December 16, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Winter reminds us that rest is productive. ❄️
It's okay to slow down. It's okay to recharge. This season can be about healing, gathering strength, and getting ready for what’s ahead.
Take what you need—and know you're not alone in needing it.
Find local support + tools at youthwell.org
It's okay to slow down. It's okay to recharge. This season can be about healing, gathering strength, and getting ready for what’s ahead.
Take what you need—and know you're not alone in needing it.
Find local support + tools at youthwell.org
Gratitude is more than just saying “thanks”—it’s a mindset shift. When we pause to notice the good already in our lives, we build a stronger foundation for growth, connection, and healing. 🌿
Take a breath. Look around. There’s something good here, even if it’s small.
Take a breath. Look around. There’s something good here, even if it’s small.
December 9, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Gratitude is more than just saying “thanks”—it’s a mindset shift. When we pause to notice the good already in our lives, we build a stronger foundation for growth, connection, and healing. 🌿
Take a breath. Look around. There’s something good here, even if it’s small.
Take a breath. Look around. There’s something good here, even if it’s small.
We’re often told to chase happiness like it’s a permanent destination—but the truth is, it comes and goes. You’re not failing if you’re not happy all the time. Emotions ebb and flow, and that’s what makes us human.
#youthmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #notalone #santabarbara #youthwell
#youthmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #notalone #santabarbara #youthwell
December 3, 2025 at 8:01 PM
We’re often told to chase happiness like it’s a permanent destination—but the truth is, it comes and goes. You’re not failing if you’re not happy all the time. Emotions ebb and flow, and that’s what makes us human.
#youthmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #notalone #santabarbara #youthwell
#youthmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #notalone #santabarbara #youthwell
Understanding ourselves starts with curiosity—not judgment. When we pause to notice what’s happening inside with compassion, we create space for healing and growth.
Need support? Visit youthwell.org
#youthmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #notalone #youareloved #santabarbara #nonprofit
Need support? Visit youthwell.org
#youthmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #notalone #youareloved #santabarbara #nonprofit
November 25, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Understanding ourselves starts with curiosity—not judgment. When we pause to notice what’s happening inside with compassion, we create space for healing and growth.
Need support? Visit youthwell.org
#youthmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #notalone #youareloved #santabarbara #nonprofit
Need support? Visit youthwell.org
#youthmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #notalone #youareloved #santabarbara #nonprofit
📱 FREE Parent Education • Tues, Dec 2 • 7–8pm (Zoom) for Technology: Boundaries, Balance & Digital Wellness, learn to set healthy limits on screen time, social media, and gaming.
Spanish interpretation available.
🔗 Register: youthwell.org/workshops
Spanish interpretation available.
🔗 Register: youthwell.org/workshops
November 20, 2025 at 5:40 AM
📱 FREE Parent Education • Tues, Dec 2 • 7–8pm (Zoom) for Technology: Boundaries, Balance & Digital Wellness, learn to set healthy limits on screen time, social media, and gaming.
Spanish interpretation available.
🔗 Register: youthwell.org/workshops
Spanish interpretation available.
🔗 Register: youthwell.org/workshops
Laughter won’t fix everything, but sometimes it’s the deep breath we need to keep going. It’s okay to find moments of joy, even in the middle of hard things.
You’re allowed to take breaks, laugh a little, and then try again.
Find support at youthwell.org
You’re allowed to take breaks, laugh a little, and then try again.
Find support at youthwell.org
November 18, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Laughter won’t fix everything, but sometimes it’s the deep breath we need to keep going. It’s okay to find moments of joy, even in the middle of hard things.
You’re allowed to take breaks, laugh a little, and then try again.
Find support at youthwell.org
You’re allowed to take breaks, laugh a little, and then try again.
Find support at youthwell.org
Needing help doesn’t mean you’re broken— it means you’re human.
We all cope in different ways, especially when things feel overwhelming. But real healing starts when we give ourselves permission to ask for support.
🌱 Let’s normalize mental health conversations.
Find support at youthwell.org
We all cope in different ways, especially when things feel overwhelming. But real healing starts when we give ourselves permission to ask for support.
🌱 Let’s normalize mental health conversations.
Find support at youthwell.org
November 11, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Needing help doesn’t mean you’re broken— it means you’re human.
We all cope in different ways, especially when things feel overwhelming. But real healing starts when we give ourselves permission to ask for support.
🌱 Let’s normalize mental health conversations.
Find support at youthwell.org
We all cope in different ways, especially when things feel overwhelming. But real healing starts when we give ourselves permission to ask for support.
🌱 Let’s normalize mental health conversations.
Find support at youthwell.org
Coping doesn’t always look pretty—but it’s human.
You are not your pain. You are not your past. You’re someone who deserves healing, grace, and a safe place to land.
🌱 Let’s normalize mental health conversations.
Find support at youthwell.org
You are not your pain. You are not your past. You’re someone who deserves healing, grace, and a safe place to land.
🌱 Let’s normalize mental health conversations.
Find support at youthwell.org
November 5, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Coping doesn’t always look pretty—but it’s human.
You are not your pain. You are not your past. You’re someone who deserves healing, grace, and a safe place to land.
🌱 Let’s normalize mental health conversations.
Find support at youthwell.org
You are not your pain. You are not your past. You’re someone who deserves healing, grace, and a safe place to land.
🌱 Let’s normalize mental health conversations.
Find support at youthwell.org
Join us for a FREE Facilitator Training on Friday, November 14 (11:30am–1:00pm, hybrid) to build your confidence and skills in leading support groups.
🔗 RSVP: youthwell.org/groups
🔗 RSVP: youthwell.org/groups
November 2, 2025 at 12:25 PM
Join us for a FREE Facilitator Training on Friday, November 14 (11:30am–1:00pm, hybrid) to build your confidence and skills in leading support groups.
🔗 RSVP: youthwell.org/groups
🔗 RSVP: youthwell.org/groups
Speaking up can be the beginning of healing.
When we talk about what we’re going through, it takes away the shame and reminds us—we’re not alone. Depression doesn’t define you.
🌱 Let’s normalize mental health conversations.
Find support at youthwell.org
When we talk about what we’re going through, it takes away the shame and reminds us—we’re not alone. Depression doesn’t define you.
🌱 Let’s normalize mental health conversations.
Find support at youthwell.org
October 28, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Speaking up can be the beginning of healing.
When we talk about what we’re going through, it takes away the shame and reminds us—we’re not alone. Depression doesn’t define you.
🌱 Let’s normalize mental health conversations.
Find support at youthwell.org
When we talk about what we’re going through, it takes away the shame and reminds us—we’re not alone. Depression doesn’t define you.
🌱 Let’s normalize mental health conversations.
Find support at youthwell.org
FREE Parent Education • Tues, Nov 4 • 7–8pm (Zoom)
Executive Functioning, practical strategies to strengthen focus, routines, and family support.
👉 Free for parents. Spanish interpretation available.
🔗 Register: youthwell.org/workshops
Executive Functioning, practical strategies to strengthen focus, routines, and family support.
👉 Free for parents. Spanish interpretation available.
🔗 Register: youthwell.org/workshops
October 22, 2025 at 3:47 PM
FREE Parent Education • Tues, Nov 4 • 7–8pm (Zoom)
Executive Functioning, practical strategies to strengthen focus, routines, and family support.
👉 Free for parents. Spanish interpretation available.
🔗 Register: youthwell.org/workshops
Executive Functioning, practical strategies to strengthen focus, routines, and family support.
👉 Free for parents. Spanish interpretation available.
🔗 Register: youthwell.org/workshops
You are not your trauma.
You are not your diagnosis. You are a whole, complex, and growing human being. What you’ve been through is part of your story—but it’s not the whole story.
Find support at youthwell.org
#mentalhealthmatters #santabarbara #mentalhealthishealth #youthwell
You are not your diagnosis. You are a whole, complex, and growing human being. What you’ve been through is part of your story—but it’s not the whole story.
Find support at youthwell.org
#mentalhealthmatters #santabarbara #mentalhealthishealth #youthwell
October 21, 2025 at 7:04 PM
You are not your trauma.
You are not your diagnosis. You are a whole, complex, and growing human being. What you’ve been through is part of your story—but it’s not the whole story.
Find support at youthwell.org
#mentalhealthmatters #santabarbara #mentalhealthishealth #youthwell
You are not your diagnosis. You are a whole, complex, and growing human being. What you’ve been through is part of your story—but it’s not the whole story.
Find support at youthwell.org
#mentalhealthmatters #santabarbara #mentalhealthishealth #youthwell
A huge thank you to the Williams-Corbett Foundation for investing in youth and family wellness here in Santa Barbara County!
We are so grateful for your commitment to strengthening our community and supporting youth advocacy. 💙
#santabarbara #WilliamsCorbettFoundation #YouthWell #DonorSpotlight
We are so grateful for your commitment to strengthening our community and supporting youth advocacy. 💙
#santabarbara #WilliamsCorbettFoundation #YouthWell #DonorSpotlight
October 18, 2025 at 3:47 PM
A huge thank you to the Williams-Corbett Foundation for investing in youth and family wellness here in Santa Barbara County!
We are so grateful for your commitment to strengthening our community and supporting youth advocacy. 💙
#santabarbara #WilliamsCorbettFoundation #YouthWell #DonorSpotlight
We are so grateful for your commitment to strengthening our community and supporting youth advocacy. 💙
#santabarbara #WilliamsCorbettFoundation #YouthWell #DonorSpotlight
A huge thank you to the Junior League of Santa Barbara for investing in youth mental health!
We are so grateful for your commitment to strengthening community wellness and empowering young people. 🌟
#santabarbara #JuniorLeagueSB #YouthWell #DonorSpotlight #YouthMentalHealth #ThankYou
We are so grateful for your commitment to strengthening community wellness and empowering young people. 🌟
#santabarbara #JuniorLeagueSB #YouthWell #DonorSpotlight #YouthMentalHealth #ThankYou
October 15, 2025 at 12:16 AM
A huge thank you to the Junior League of Santa Barbara for investing in youth mental health!
We are so grateful for your commitment to strengthening community wellness and empowering young people. 🌟
#santabarbara #JuniorLeagueSB #YouthWell #DonorSpotlight #YouthMentalHealth #ThankYou
We are so grateful for your commitment to strengthening community wellness and empowering young people. 🌟
#santabarbara #JuniorLeagueSB #YouthWell #DonorSpotlight #YouthMentalHealth #ThankYou
A huge thank you to the Towbes Foundation for championing mental health in Santa Barbara County!
We are deeply grateful for your commitment to building a healthier and more supportive community for youth and families. 💙
#santabarbara #TowbesFoundation #YouthWell #DonorSpotlight #YouthMentalHealth
We are deeply grateful for your commitment to building a healthier and more supportive community for youth and families. 💙
#santabarbara #TowbesFoundation #YouthWell #DonorSpotlight #YouthMentalHealth
October 11, 2025 at 3:47 PM
A huge thank you to the Towbes Foundation for championing mental health in Santa Barbara County!
We are deeply grateful for your commitment to building a healthier and more supportive community for youth and families. 💙
#santabarbara #TowbesFoundation #YouthWell #DonorSpotlight #YouthMentalHealth
We are deeply grateful for your commitment to building a healthier and more supportive community for youth and families. 💙
#santabarbara #TowbesFoundation #YouthWell #DonorSpotlight #YouthMentalHealth
A huge thank you to SBC Behavioral Wellness (Bwell) for empowering youth voices in Santa Barbara County! 🌟
YouthWell is deeply grateful for your partnership in prioritizing youth advocacy and mental wellness. 💙
#santabarbara #SBCBwell #YouthAdvocacy #YouthWell #DonorSpotlight #YouthMentalHealth
YouthWell is deeply grateful for your partnership in prioritizing youth advocacy and mental wellness. 💙
#santabarbara #SBCBwell #YouthAdvocacy #YouthWell #DonorSpotlight #YouthMentalHealth
October 8, 2025 at 11:25 AM
A huge thank you to SBC Behavioral Wellness (Bwell) for empowering youth voices in Santa Barbara County! 🌟
YouthWell is deeply grateful for your partnership in prioritizing youth advocacy and mental wellness. 💙
#santabarbara #SBCBwell #YouthAdvocacy #YouthWell #DonorSpotlight #YouthMentalHealth
YouthWell is deeply grateful for your partnership in prioritizing youth advocacy and mental wellness. 💙
#santabarbara #SBCBwell #YouthAdvocacy #YouthWell #DonorSpotlight #YouthMentalHealth
Speaking up can be the beginning of healing.
When we talk about what we’re going through, it takes away the shame and reminds us—we’re not alone. Depression doesn’t define you.
🌱 Let’s normalize mental health conversations.
Find support at youthwell.org
#youthmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters
When we talk about what we’re going through, it takes away the shame and reminds us—we’re not alone. Depression doesn’t define you.
🌱 Let’s normalize mental health conversations.
Find support at youthwell.org
#youthmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters
October 7, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Speaking up can be the beginning of healing.
When we talk about what we’re going through, it takes away the shame and reminds us—we’re not alone. Depression doesn’t define you.
🌱 Let’s normalize mental health conversations.
Find support at youthwell.org
#youthmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters
When we talk about what we’re going through, it takes away the shame and reminds us—we’re not alone. Depression doesn’t define you.
🌱 Let’s normalize mental health conversations.
Find support at youthwell.org
#youthmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters
💬 Talk about it.
🤝 Check in on a friend.
📞 Save these local + national helplines.
Getting help early makes a difference.
Find local resources and support at YouthWell.org
#YouthWell #MentalHealthAwareness #YouAreNotAlone #SantaBarbaraCounty #EndTheStigma #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek
🤝 Check in on a friend.
📞 Save these local + national helplines.
Getting help early makes a difference.
Find local resources and support at YouthWell.org
#YouthWell #MentalHealthAwareness #YouAreNotAlone #SantaBarbaraCounty #EndTheStigma #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek
October 7, 2025 at 11:25 AM
💬 Talk about it.
🤝 Check in on a friend.
📞 Save these local + national helplines.
Getting help early makes a difference.
Find local resources and support at YouthWell.org
#YouthWell #MentalHealthAwareness #YouAreNotAlone #SantaBarbaraCounty #EndTheStigma #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek
🤝 Check in on a friend.
📞 Save these local + national helplines.
Getting help early makes a difference.
Find local resources and support at YouthWell.org
#YouthWell #MentalHealthAwareness #YouAreNotAlone #SantaBarbaraCounty #EndTheStigma #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek
Join us on Tues, Oct 21 • 7–8pm (Zoom) for Mental Health Matters, learn to recognize signs of anxiety, ADHD, or stress, and how to support youth at home.
Free for parents. Spanish interpretation available.
🔗 Register: youthwell.org/workshops
Free for parents. Spanish interpretation available.
🔗 Register: youthwell.org/workshops
October 5, 2025 at 11:25 AM
Join us on Tues, Oct 21 • 7–8pm (Zoom) for Mental Health Matters, learn to recognize signs of anxiety, ADHD, or stress, and how to support youth at home.
Free for parents. Spanish interpretation available.
🔗 Register: youthwell.org/workshops
Free for parents. Spanish interpretation available.
🔗 Register: youthwell.org/workshops
A huge thank you to Cottage Health for being leaders in our community! 💙
Your partnership fuels YouthWell’s mission to educate, connect, and support youth and families across Santa Barbara County.
We are so grateful for your commitment to mental wellness!
Your partnership fuels YouthWell’s mission to educate, connect, and support youth and families across Santa Barbara County.
We are so grateful for your commitment to mental wellness!
October 3, 2025 at 8:55 PM
A huge thank you to Cottage Health for being leaders in our community! 💙
Your partnership fuels YouthWell’s mission to educate, connect, and support youth and families across Santa Barbara County.
We are so grateful for your commitment to mental wellness!
Your partnership fuels YouthWell’s mission to educate, connect, and support youth and families across Santa Barbara County.
We are so grateful for your commitment to mental wellness!
💙 This Saturday, YouthWell is honored to join the Out of the Darkness Walk at Goleta Beach Park, standing alongside our community to raise awareness, spark hope, and save lives.
📍 Goleta Beach Park – 5986 Sandspit Rd, Goleta, CA
📅 Saturday, Oct 4th
⏰ Check-in 9am | Walk begins 10am
📍 Goleta Beach Park – 5986 Sandspit Rd, Goleta, CA
📅 Saturday, Oct 4th
⏰ Check-in 9am | Walk begins 10am
October 2, 2025 at 11:25 AM
💙 This Saturday, YouthWell is honored to join the Out of the Darkness Walk at Goleta Beach Park, standing alongside our community to raise awareness, spark hope, and save lives.
📍 Goleta Beach Park – 5986 Sandspit Rd, Goleta, CA
📅 Saturday, Oct 4th
⏰ Check-in 9am | Walk begins 10am
📍 Goleta Beach Park – 5986 Sandspit Rd, Goleta, CA
📅 Saturday, Oct 4th
⏰ Check-in 9am | Walk begins 10am
🍂 This October, YouthWell is offering FREE support groups, trainings, and workshops for parents, teens, and educators across Santa Barbara County.
✨ All offerings are FREE and open to the community.
🔗 Learn more + register at YouthWell.org
✨ All offerings are FREE and open to the community.
🔗 Learn more + register at YouthWell.org
October 1, 2025 at 3:47 PM
🍂 This October, YouthWell is offering FREE support groups, trainings, and workshops for parents, teens, and educators across Santa Barbara County.
✨ All offerings are FREE and open to the community.
🔗 Learn more + register at YouthWell.org
✨ All offerings are FREE and open to the community.
🔗 Learn more + register at YouthWell.org