Making mental healthcare accessible
Because one in five young Filipinos develop a mental health condition and have limited access to care at a critical stage in their lives, we work across the Philippines to help them build protective factors for mental health by developing evidence-based programs that provide support for young Filipinos to flourish.
Situation
1 in 5
children and adolescents develop at least one mental health condition
27.3% of public high school students
had attempted suicide
40.6% are structural barriers
Among those with reported barriers in the 2021 NSMHW, structural barriers are the most common when it comes to mental health care.
0.03 psychiatrist
per 100,000 children and adolescents
0.3 mental health worker
per 100,000 children and adolescents
Adolescence is a critical life stage
Half of all mental disorders begin by age 14.
Failing to address adolescent mental health concerns extend to adulthood, impairing both physical and mental health and limiting opportunities to lead fulfilling lives as adults.
Adolescence is a window of opportunity
Guided self-help workbooks
are considered one of the most cost-effective mental health interventions.
Our workbooks cover:
~ Basic Mental Health Information
~ Self-Compassion and Healthy Habits
~ Emotion Regulation
~ Building Healthy Relationships
~ Help-Seeking
1,982 participants
since 2024
25 USD
lowest cost per participant
47%
improved life satisfaction
