13-Expanding Mental Health Access in Rural New Mexico through partnerships with PSP-Janell Taylor

About this episode

Janell Taylor discusses the importance of expanding mental health resources in rural New Mexico through partnerships.

Welcome to Episode 13 of the Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast! In this episode, we visit with Janell Taylor, Regional Director for the Permian Basin Counseling and Guidance Center. Janell is passionate about sustainable growth in mental health resources and is proud to bring these vital services to rural communities in New Mexico. Episode Highlights: Janell’s journey into advocacy and leadership in mental health Why access to counseling and guidance services matters for rural families The role of the Permian Strategic Partnership in expanding resources How sustainable growth in mental health services strengthens communities This conversation shines a light on the importance of mental health support and the people working tirelessly to make it more accessible in underserved areas. 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to the Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast on YouTube and your favorite podcast platform for more inspiring conversations about education, workforce, healthcare, and community growth across the Permian Basin. Host: Krista Escamilla Thank you for taking the time to listen and share. The future lies in the Permian and we are all in this together…

People in this episode

Host: Krista Escamilla

Guest: Janell Taylor

Topics covered

• mental health
• rural healthcare
• community support
• sustainable growth
• advocacy
• counseling services

Keywords

• mental health
• rural communities
• Permian Strategic Partnership
• counseling
• guidance services
• sustainable growth
• advocacy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Permian Basin Counseling and Guidance Center, Permian Strategic Partnership

Places: New Mexico

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