Introducing Envision:You, Denver’s grassroots nonprofit that’s been making a difference in Denver’s mental health landscape since 2018. With a dedicated ethos and a lot of compassion, they’re committed to making mental wellness trendy and approachable while empowering mental health care providers across Denver. They are apart of the community, making a difference for LGBTQ+ Mental Health in Denver.
We spoke with Brynne Pop, Envision: You’s Development Manager about their goals and methods. With a deep love for nature and a passion for community support, she’s always eager to lend a helping hand. When she’s not exploring the great outdoors or grooving to some tunes, you’ll find her dreaming about owning her own herbal medicinal shop someday.
What is Envision: You?
Envision:You is a Denver-based nonprofit organization that was founded in 2018. Our mission is to improve LGBTQ+ mental health through co-created community programs, advocacy engagement, public awareness campaigns and evidence-based training. It is a small but mighty nonprofit! Their approach is two pronged. They train behavioral healthcare providers and clinicians to practice safe affirming care while also creating free workshops for parents and other trusted adults in queer youths’ lives.
“We train healthcare providers to practice safe, affirming care for LGBTQ+ clients, employees, etc. We advocate for LGBTQ+ people to have a seat at the table when talking about mental health. We show up in community to share resources, information and help. We engage with parents, coaches, caregivers of queer or questioning youth to give them to the tools and resources they need to help affirm the young people in their lives and help keep them safe.”
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Partnerships and Training for LGBTQ+ Mental Health in Denver
Their Training Program is where the magic happens. They empower healthcare professionals to provide safe, affirming care for LGBTQ+ individuals. Plus, they host engaging workshops like “Q is for Questioning,” creating a welcoming space for adults to discuss LGBTQ+ youth issues in a relaxed, judgment-free setting.
Training Program:
Level 1 and 2 for clinicians to teach, safe, affirming care during practice. Has special focuses on intersecting identities and population-specific modules such as LGBTQ+ youth, older adults, trans and nonbinary folks and BIPOC individuals.
Q is for Questioning
A free virtual and in-person workshop series for trusted adults in LGBTQ+ lives. We provide resources, and safe spaces to ask questions and answer concerns. Creates and fosters safe spaces and affirming communities, while trying to combat LGBTQ+ youth mental health concerns and life safety.
What Makes Envision: You Different?
When I asked what made Envision: You different, she smiled and said:
“All the people working for Envision:You show up in enormous ways, even with constant barriers. Our lived experiences have created and fostered a welcoming space and work environment with passionate and driven people working towards a goal of creating more safe, affirming, and equitable spaces for LGBTQ+ people.“
Upcoming Sales & Events
Training program discounts are offered from time to time, other programs are free!
Our next community event is our annual Garden Party on June 1st at the Denver Botanic Gardens. Come celebrate queer joy in community and in a beautiful place as we honor those who make incredible strides in supporting our mission of improving LGBTQ+ mental health.
Author: Jeff Wilson
Jeff is one of the owners of GayDenver and one of its writers. He is a Denver transplant who loves the city and the proximity of the mountains. He is happily married to his husband and loves hiking with his furbaby Thayella.