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Mental Health Awareness Month in Pleasant Hill: Turning Awareness into Action with Nature-Based Healing

5/14/2025

 
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this year’s theme, “Turn Awareness into Action,” emphasizes the importance of moving beyond mere acknowledgment of mental health issues to implementing tangible steps that foster well-being and resilience. At Oak Creek Relational Counseling Center in Pleasant Hill, CA, we are committed to translating this awareness into meaningful action within our community.

A compelling example of this initiative is a recent video released by the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, who shares her personal journey of finding solace in nature during her cancer recovery. In the video, she describes nature as her sanctuary, highlighting its role in providing healing, perspective, and renewal. This message resonates with our understanding of the therapeutic benefits of connecting with the natural world. 

To illustrate this message, we invite you to watch the following video:

Incorporating nature into our daily lives can be a powerful tool for enhancing mental health. Activities such as walking in local parks, gardening, or simply spending time outdoors can reduce stress and improve mood. These practices align with evidence-based approaches that promote mental well-being. 
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At Oak Creek Relational Counseling Center, we encourage our clients to explore these natural avenues for healing and to engage in open conversations about mental health. By taking proactive steps and utilizing available resources, we can collectively foster a supportive environment that prioritizes mental health.

Let us all commit to turning awareness into action, not just during Mental Health Awareness Month, but every day.

If you are experiencing an emergency or are in crisis: please call 988, 911 or call Crisis Support Support Services at 1-800-309-2131.

To speak to one of our therapists about our counseling services and to schedule an appointment, please choose one of the following options. A therapist will contact you within two business days.
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  • Call our Intake Line at 1-408-320-5740​
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Business inquiries: call 408-320-5740 or email i[email protected].
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