Our Team
At PCMH, we take pride in being a youth-led organization that positions young Filipinos at the forefront of mental health advocacy. It's vital that our students are well-informed and comfortable discussing mental health, enabling them to lead outreach efforts through their unique insights and personal experiences. To see the work of our members, please follow us on Facebook or browse through our resources!
Our History
In the Philippines, the immense pressures faced by children—from enduring long school hours and fulfilling family obligations to economic hardships—often lead to significant stress. Despite their resilience, many reach a breaking point due to the high expectations placed upon them. Additionally, the country lacks sufficient resources to address the mental health needs of its millions of affected individuals. PCMH was created to address these critical gaps in mental health support, and it honors the legacy of a special Filipino psychiatrist whose life ended before she could extend her impactful work to her home.
Our Mission
At PCMH, we understand the challenges that Filipino children and their families face due to daily stresses and the persistent stigma associated with mental illness. We aim to empower adolescents to learn and grow from their experiences through peer support groups and community involvement. Ultimately, we aspire to create a Philippines free from harsh judgment towards the mentally ill, where all children can openly seek help and guidance to manage their struggles.
Our Goals
Mental Health Education
Mental Health Education
Mental Health Education
Increase understanding and reduce stigma associated with mental health in the Philippines. Offer mental health education for local parents and families to better understand and support their children’s experiences.
Service
Mental Health Education
Mental Health Education
Organize service projects to address social determinants of mental health and ensure more equitable access to mental health care.
Support Groups
Mental Health Education
Support Groups
Create student-led support groups within schools to ensure widespread peer support across the Philippines. Encourage holistic self-help strategies to emphasize the interconnection between physical and mental health.
Research
Design Mental Health Resources
Support Groups
Study the main determinants of mental illness and mental health disparities in more disadvantaged areas of the Philippines. This improves our collaborations with local entities to provide evidence-based mental health care in local communities.
Design Mental Health Resources
Design Mental Health Resources
Design Mental Health Resources
Collaborate with local government and healthcare entities to design and implement community-based mental health interventions that are cost-effective and sensitive to the needs of the youth.
Scholarship
Design Mental Health Resources
Design Mental Health Resources
Our future goal is to provide scholarships for disadvantaged but academically driven students.
Help Spread Our Outreach
24/7 Suicide Prevention and Crisis Support Helplines
Suicide prevention and crisis helplines operate 24/7, offering free and anonymous support to those facing emotional or mental health challenges. It's important to recognize that crisis hotlines are not solely for those contemplating suicide. Individuals can call for various reasons, such as depression, negative thoughts, or anxiety. A trained responder or counselor will answer your call, listen to your concerns, and provide emotional support.
Prioritizing mental health is essential, so don't hesitate to reach out before a situation becomes worse.
