Erase the Stigma

Erase the Stigma is a free program that provides education about mental illness. By providing education, Erase the Stigma helps in the understanding of mental illness and reduces the stigma surrounding mental health issues.

Erase the Stigma serves: children and youth in schools, professional groups, civic groups, churches, or any group in Tennessee upon request.

How Erase the Stigma works: through the use of educational presentations and public awareness campaigns, Erase the Stigma promotes understanding of mental illness.

For More Information

If you have concerns or need services for yourself, a child, or family member, contact our Helpline:
Phone: 800-560-5767
Email: OCA.TDMHSAS@tn.gov
Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (except for state holidays)

If you feel at any time that you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call the Tennessee Statewide Crisis Line toll-free 24 hours, 7 days a week at 1-855-274-7471.

To learn more about Erase the Stigma, please contact:

Caty Davis
Assistant Director of School Based Initiatives
865-440-9792
Caty.Davis@tn.gov