Who We Are

Founded by award-winning author K.N. Smith, Mental Health California™ is a 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization delivering mental health awareness through publishing, community engagement, innovation, new media, and special programs. We provide education and awareness campaigns and health equity-driven signature initiatives. Our experience in multi-cultural outreach and communications allows us to offer multi-layered awareness programs tied to specific communities or cultural groups. Our campaigns offer education, awareness, traditional and digital communications, publishing, innovation, creative arts, clinical supports through partnerships, connections to mental health resources, and more. 

mission statement

Our mission is to educate and inspire through awareness, publishing, community engagement, innovation, and special programs that change lives.

Vision Statement

We envision an informed, inspired, diverse, mentally-well California across the lifespan and through the ages.