Tampa Bay Thrives is an innovative nonprofit organization that will assist those struggling with mental health and substance use issues by providing navigation, access and awareness to the community of Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas and Polk counties. Tampa Bay Thrives will assist people in the Tampa Bay area better address mental health and substance use issues with the following services: • Navigation: 24/7 phone access to behavioral health navigation staffed by mental health professionals who will assess needs and direct people to get the right help. • Access: Virtual short-term counseling with licensed mental health professionals for those who need immediate attention as they wait for future appointments with local providers. • Awareness: Removing the stigma of seeking mental health treatment so those in need feel as comfortable seeking treatment as they would for physical health concerns. The effort is set to begin this summer with a community pilot program in Hillsborough County, with plans to expand into Pasco, Pinellas and Polk counties in 2022.

• Address:info@tampabaythrives.org
• Address:http://tampabaythrives.org