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HopeLink Behavioral Health

HopeLink provides behavioral health, crisis intervention and suicide intervention services. Northern VA | District of Columbia

Helping individuals achieve safety, personal wellness, recovery and community integration.

06/05/2026

In April, BeWell staff members and participants spoke at the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Budget Hearing to advocate for the continuation of BeWell, a program that has made a meaningful difference in the lives of many community members. The program was recommended for elimination in the advertised budget.

Our advocacy efforts led to the partial restoration of funding! The funding reduction of approximately 40% will take effect on January 1, 2027. Between now and then, HopeLink and the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) will work collaboratively to evaluate potential program changes and explore alternative funding sources, including Medicaid, with a goal of sustaining services at the highest possible level.

HopeLink's priority is to minimize the impact of any funding changes on the individuals who rely on this important program.

BeWell is a wellness and peer-led health coaching program offered through a partnership between HopeLink and the Fairfax-Falls Church CSB. The program helps youth and adults living with serious mental illness improve their physical health, build healthy habits, and work toward their wellness goals.

We remain committed to supporting those we serve and will continue to share updates as they become available.

06/03/2026

Save the Date!

Mark your calendars for HopeLink’s annual Imagine Hope Benefit on Friday, November 6, 2026, at the Hilton McLean Tysons Corner, with our co-chairs, Waleed and Carmen Bississo and Paul and Miriam Dell'Isola.

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating more than 60 years of HopeLink’s impact in our community. Guests will enjoy inspiring stories of resilience and recovery, exceptional culinary experiences, exciting silent and live auctions, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families facing behavioral health challenges and life crises.

Every dollar raised helps support HopeLink’s life-changing programs and services, empowering more people to find stability, healing, and hope.

We look forward to coming together with our community to celebrate the power of hope and continue building a future where hope meets help.

Interested in a sponsorship? Contact Lauren Padgett at [email protected]. Ticket sales are coming soon!

Learn more at hopelinkbh.org/imagine-hope/.

06/02/2026

Last month, HopeLink celebrated our virtual Staff Appreciation and Awards Ceremony, bringing our team together to recognize the dedication, compassion, and outstanding contributions of our staff. We were honored to celebrate our award recipients and all those nominated by their peers.

The ceremony featured peer-nominated awards recognizing outstanding performance, leadership, teamwork, and commitment to our mission, as well as tenure awards honoring staff members who have dedicated 5, 10, and 20 years of service to HopeLink. These awards reflect the passion, hard work, and lasting impact our team members make every day.

Congratulations to our award recipients and nominees, and thank you to every member of the HopeLink team for the impact you make each day. We are grateful for all that you do to bring hope, support, and positive change to our community!

05/31/2026

As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, the importance of caring for our mental health continues every day of the year. The tips, tools, and resources shared throughout our calendar are here to support ongoing wellness, encourage meaningful conversations, and remind others that help and hope are always available.

Let’s continue breaking the stigma surrounding mental health by checking in on ourselves and those around us, practicing self-care, and creating spaces where honest conversations can happen.

To access the calendar, visit https://hopelinkbh.org/mental-health-awareness-month/

05/30/2026

As we wrap up Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re proud to highlight HopeLink’s Transition to Independence Process (TIP) program for this week’s !

TIP supports youth and young adults ages 14–29 across Northern Virginia who are navigating the challenges of transitioning into adulthood while experiencing emotional or behavioral difficulties. The program helps individuals build skills, confidence, and independence as they work toward their goals.

One TIP client came into the program needing support with mental health stabilization, housing, and independent living skills. With guidance from the TIP Team, the client completed important evaluations needed to access long-term disability resources. Since starting services, the client has maintained stable housing for more than a year, gained access to food and disability benefits, and made significant progress toward greater independence and daily functioning.

These services are available to everyone in our community, including individuals without insurance, because access to mental health support should never be out of reach.

To learn more about HopeLink's Transition to Independence Process (TIP) program, please visit https://hopelinkbh.org/services/youth-young-adult-services/transition-to-independence-process-tip/.

05/28/2026

We’re honored to share that HopeLink Behavioral Health has been named to The NonProfit Times’ national list of the 50 Best Nonprofits to Work For for the 15th time! This recognition highlights our commitment to creating a workplace culture that supports, trains, and empowers our employees as they work to serve individuals facing serious behavioral health challenges and crises.

As mental health needs continue to grow, so does our dedication to investing in the incredible team behind our mission. We are proud that our focus on employee training, support, and culture continues to make a meaningful impact — not only for our staff, but for the countless lives we serve every day.

“Being able to attract and retain a great team helps us achieve our mission to save and change lives.” — Joseph Getch, CEO, HopeLink

Read more on our website here: https://hopelinkbh.org/hopelink-named-to-nonprofit-times-50-best-nonprofits-to-work-for-list-with-training-cited-as-factor-in-success/

05/27/2026

Mental Health Awareness Month may be wrapping up, but the conversation around mental health continues every day.

Now through May 31, when you order from Lombardi’s & Church Street Pizza in Vienna, your pizza box will feature HopeLink and 988 logos, helping spread awareness, hope, and information about mental health resources throughout our community.

We are so grateful to Lombardi’s for partnering with us and helping share HopeLink’s mission with every order placed. Small actions, conversations, and community partnerships like this make a meaningful difference in reducing stigma and reminding others that support is always available!

Order your pizza and support mental health awareness here: https://www.lombardispizzava.com/

05/22/2026

As we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month, this highlights exceptional progress in mental health care across the country. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), more than 70% of U.S. adults experiencing serious mental illness received treatment in 2024. HopeLink is proud to be part of that progress by providing compassionate, comprehensive behavioral health services that help individuals find hope, healing, and support.

Mental Health Awareness Month is a reminder that seeking help is a sign of strength and that access to care can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

To learn more about NAMI’s mental health statistics, visit https://www.nami.org/mental-health-by-the-numbers/

05/19/2026

HopeLink in the News!

As we recognize May as Mental Health Awareness Month, HopeLink CEO Joe Getch shares the importance of localizing mental health support and ensuring individuals and families in our community have access to compassionate, quality care close to home.

In the article, he highlights the importance of Mental Health Awareness Month and offers meaningful ways community members can support mental health awareness and make a positive impact locally.

Mental health affects every community, and through education, advocacy, and accessible services, we can continue building a stronger, healthier future together. We are proud to be part of the conversation and grateful for the opportunity to share more about the work happening every day at HopeLink.

Read the full article here:https://connectionarchives.com/PDF/2026/050626/FxCo%20050626.pdf

05/16/2026

As part of Mental Health Awareness Month’s , we’re shining a light on HopeLink’s Outpatient Therapy Services and the life-changing impact compassionate mental health support can have in our community.

Outpatient Therapy provides compassionate, personalized support for individuals experiencing mental health challenges, behavioral health conditions, or difficult life circumstances. Through person-centered therapy, our team works alongside each client to help them build coping skills, find hope, and make meaningful progress toward their goals. These services are available to everyone in our community, including individuals without insurance, because access to mental health support should never be out of reach.

One client came to HopeLink struggling with depression, anxiety, guilt, and fear from past experiences that led to suicidal ideation. With support from our Outpatient team, they learned healthy coping skills and emotional regulation techniques that helped create a major breakthrough in their healing journey. Today, they have secured a permanent position at work, a milestone that has helped ease symptoms of anxiety and depression and restore confidence for the future.

Every story of growth reminds us that recovery is possible, and no one has to face these challenges alone!

To learn more about our Outpatient Therapy services, please visit https://hopelinkbh.org/services/family-services/mental-health-outpatient-services-family/.

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10455 White Granite Drive
Oakton, VA
22124

Telephone

+17035369000

Website

https://hopelinkbh.org/

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