Building a mentally healthy Philippines: PMHA's 75-Year journey

PMHA marks a legacy of breaking stigma and building communities for well-being

- By ANTHEA GRAPE

Behind every story of healing is someone who chose to listen, guide, or simply show up.

For 75 years, the Philippine Mental Health Association (PMHA) has been that presence for countless Filipinos, offering safe spaces, support systems, and the assurance that no one has to struggle alone.

The Education and Advocacy Department (EAD) is the association's flagship program, advancing mental health and preventing mental disorders through public awareness campaigns. Key initiatives include YLEP and LINK Club.

Adolescents and adults with emotional, behavioral, or mental health challenges can access outpatient social, psychological, and psychiatric services through the PMHA’s secondary program, the Clinical and Intervention Services Department (CISD).

PMHA is a private, non-stock, nonprofit organization that provides premier mental health services through education, advocacy, intervention, and research.