A special segment of “Empowered with Meg Ryan” featuring a collaboration with Kings View will air for public television users to enjoy later this year. The partnership expects to bring a unique perspective on navigating the ups and downs of mental health to the show while also proving viewers suggestions for how to reach out and receive support.
Key Takeaways
- The partnership places an emphasize on removing stigmatisms surrounding mental health care.
- The segment focuses on real barriers and support options for patient suffering from behavioral and metal health issues.
- Kings View’s partnership with Empowered with Meg Ryan provides the platform to reach a large audience on important support options for mental health services.
“Empowered with Meg Ryan” offers viewers insights alongside educational material to help invoke informed action within their respected communities. This led to the collaboration with Kings View, a behavioral healthcare system that emphasizes timely, people-centered, and accessible services.
Amanda Nugent Divine, CEO of Kings View, spoke on the impacts of mental health, saying, "Mental health is not a guarantee, it's a daily investment. Wellness doesn't just happen; it's something we all have to nurture, protect, and prioritize."1
A segment fit for a king
The collaborative segment is set to film later this year in Fresno California and will showcase to audiences the hidden landscapes of behavioral health, unpacking the challenges many face in their personal journeys. The segment will delve into specific challenges and explore why seeking help is the hardest obstacle to overcome when trying to treat behavioral health. According to Kings View, those suffering from mental health or substance abuse issues can suffer for upwards of nine years before reaching out for support.