Access Psychology Foundation

09/10/2026

Treatment works.

Timely, compassionate, evidence-based behavioral health care can help people recover and improve outcomes for those experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviors.

Seeking help = strength.
To talk to someone 24/7, call or text 988 or visit FindTreatment.gov

08/27/2026

As Summer winds down and back-to-school picks up, don't forget to take a moment when things feel overwhelming.

Grounding, a common mindfulness technique, helps calm your mind and bring you back to the present.

One of the best parts? You can practice anywhere at anytime.

08/20/2026

Save the date for APF’s annual "Sip & Support" wine tasting event on Monday, November 2, at 6pm at Ron Blacks in White Plains.

We’re excited to bring everyone together to celebrate APF’s fifth anniversary.

More details and the official invitation will follow soon.

We hope you can join us!

08/10/2026

APF partners with communities and school districts that serve diverse student populations in order to increase access to mental health care for those who need it most.

Link in bio to learn more!

08/03/2026

Last week, APF scholarship recipients Athena and Stephanie presented their summer research project to board members and staff. They used scientific data to compare access and opportunity to mental health resources across gender, ethnic and socioeconomic spectrums.

The results are clear – early mental health interventions help prevent su***de and support positive and successful life trajectories.

🎉 Congratulations Athena and Stephanie!

07/23/2026

to Friends & Family Night at where our community gathered to celebrate 5 years of impact. Guests enjoyed brews + bites, APF trivia and exciting updates, mindfulness activities, and walked away with some awesome raffle prizes thanks to our sponsors.

Visit our website to see how you can get involved! 💚
👏 Plains

07/22/2026

50% of all lifetime mental illnesses begin by age 14.

Early prevention and access to evidence-based care can change the trajectory of a young person's life. 💙

07/13/2026

🌟 Meet the Fellow: Jessica Marquez Melgar 🌟

We're excited to welcome Jessica Marquez Melgar to Access Psychology Foundation as one of our 2026 Postdoctoral Fellows!

Jessica is a clinician and doctoral candidate in Clinical Psychology at Azusa Pacific University. She is passionate about advancing mental health equity through culturally responsive, trauma-informed care and advocacy for historically underserved communities. During her fellowship, Jessica is expanding her clinical expertise while helping advance APF's mission to improve access to high-quality, evidence-based mental health care for all.

Welcome to the team, Jessica! 💙

07/09/2026

🎉 ONE WEEK TO GO! 🎉

Celebrate 5 years of impact with APF. Join colleagues, friends and community members for a night of brews, bites, raffle prizes and more! Special thank you to our local sponsors:

2 tickets to Tori Amos on 7/24 at the Beacon Theater
A young writer's basket worth over $200 from
gift card + goody bag
growler + swag bag
APF swag bag
gift certificate

💙 $10 Donation = Happy Hour Pricing All Night + Raffle Ticket
📅 Thursday, July 16
🕔 5 PM
📍 444 Saw Mill River Rd, Elmsford

Grab your complimentary ticket at the link in our bio.

Enjoy a summer evening at Captain Lawrence with happy hour pricing on local beers, ciders and cocktails, plus fresh bites, raffles and more!

07/08/2026

🌟 Meet the Intern: Athena Tan 🌟

We're excited to welcome Athena Tan to Access Psychology Foundation as one of our 2026 Summer Interns!

Originally from New York, Athena is a Psychology student at New York University with a minor in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Studies and Public Policy. This summer, she's supporting APF's Mental Health Data & Awareness Project by researching evidence-based mental health data, developing educational resources, and creating content that advances mental health awareness and equity.

Welcome to the team, Athena! 💙