Know you're worth it
“If I could give one piece of advice to anyone who is seeking out mental health services or thinking about getting help, it would be to just know that there’s no shame in getting help […] It’s always worth it to take the leap — especially if you’re struggling. That’s not something that anyone deserves to go through alone."
— Brittany
Get personalized support
"Your experience is unique to you, and that's part of what makes you special — and STAND is here to integrate that by providing you with a tailored experience, so no matter what the problem is, we can help you by giving you [care] specific to your needs."
— Alex
Learn new skills
"What I would tell a friend who is unsure about enrolling in [STAND at ELAC] would be to just do it […] Even the smallest takeaway can make an impact."
— Nancy
Protocol ID: IRB#22-000205; UCLA IRB Approved; Approval date: 10/30/24; Committee: Medical IRB 3