The Process

PLEASE NOTE: There are fees for some of these services but these rates are sliding scale. Mood Mend aims to make services accessible to those who need them regardless of socioeconomic status. Pro-bono services are available to those living below the poverty line.

What is the process for one-on-one peer recovery coaching/peer mentoring?

i. CONSULTATION: A 30-minute consultation call or Zoom chat to assess your case.

ii. ALLIANCE: A 1-hour call, Zoom, or face-to-face chat to negotiate an “Alliance” or contract between client and coach in week 1. The Alliance is a guiding document for the peer relationship, timelines for and intended outcomes of coaching; it is not legally binding.

iii. COACHING: 10 weekly coaching sessions designed around your needs and goals from weeks 2-11.

iv. CHECK-INS: Check-ins via text or email, as needed.

v. REVIEW: 2-hour review session, in week 12, ideally face-to-face, in final week of strategic plan to discuss the past 10 weeks and next steps.

NOTE: There is a cost for this service but it can also be done sliding scale or pro bono for those with income insecurity. Also, upon completion of your first three-months, you have the option of add-on monthly follow-up sessions or ad hoc sessions at your discretion, if needed.

What is the process to book group facilitation?

You may book one session at a time, a 8-week standard course or a custom one designed around the needs of your group.

The standard 8-week course is based on the principles and intended outcomes of Narrative Therapy.

NOTE: There is a cost for this service.

What is the process to book a psychoeducation workshop or Lunch & Learn?

These are 1-hour sessions typically booked on a working lunch hour or at some point in the work day. They address managing existing mental illness or maintaining mental health in the workplace, educational institution, or like organization.

NOTE: There is a cost for this service. Travel costs and accommodations to be paid by the host.

What is the process for booking a speaking engagement/testimonial/motivational speech or speaking tour?

Please fill out the contact form on the homepage of this website to discuss what you are looking for.

NOTE: Fees for this service vary. Travel costs and accommodations to be paid by the host.

What is the process for requesting assistance with advocacy or community organizing?

Please fill out the contact form on the homepage of this website to discuss what you are looking for.

NOTE: There are no fees for this service.

What is the process for enlisting Mood Mend’s consultation services?

Please fill out the contact form on the homepage of this website to discuss what you are looking for.

NOTE: Fees for this service vary. The first consultation is FREE.