Mental Health & Wellness

At Bay Arenac Behavioral Health we are committed to collaboration with other organizations to encourage wellness, to promote prevention, and to increase health literacy.           

Maintaining good mental health is an important part of staying well.  It is just as important as taking care of your physical health.  That is why BABH is committed to educating the community about mental health!  You can often find us out at local health fairs and events.  If you see us, stop by and say hello.  You are sure to find some great information to help you stay well. You can always visit or call for more information on mental health and wellness!

Maintaining your health is important when you have a behavioral health condition as well.  Mental Health America (MHA) offers the below DIY Mental Health Tools for improving your mental health.  According to MHA, “These tools help you practice shaping your thoughts and habits to improve your mental health. They can help you take steps toward feeling better alongside other mental health treatment options.”

Your recovery journey is personal.  Taking opportunities to evaluate how you can support that journey and how you might want the support of others along the way can be very valuable to your recovery.

DIY Tools: click on this link to see the full listing but we’ve listed a few below.

  1. Finding the things that bring you pleasure, peace and pride.
  2.  Breathing Through Urges
  3. What to do when you feel numb – or don’t feel anything at all?
  4. Healing Traditions: Mental Health is our Culture
  5. Setting and Reaching Goals