A Presentation on Mental Health Resources

Presentation Overview of Mental Health Tools and Resources

The Behind the Scenes Mental Health Initiative provides tools and resources to support entertainment industry workers and promote mental health and wellness. The session will provide an overview of these tools and resources for mental and emotional well-being that are available to individuals seeking help for themselves, for their family members, and for those seeking to help others. These include the Entertainment Industry Therapist Finder, anonymous online self-assessments, easy to navigate resources, information and tools to help fight bullying and harassment, sample language on mental health and respectful workplaces, resources for questions on alcohol and substance use and abuse, and information on the warning signs of suicide and the steps you can take to try and help keep someone safe.

Speaker:

Lori Rubinstein is the Executive Director of the Behind the ScenesFoundation, a 501(c)3 charity. She has been in the industry for over 45 years and was the Executive Director of the Entertainment Services and Technology Association for almost 30 years where she oversaw the creation and development of the ANSI-accredited Technical Standards Program and the Entertainment Technician Certification Program. Her experience in the industry also includes working as a lighting designer and stage manager for dance, symphony, theatre, and musicals, and for a variety of industry businesses.

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