Behavioral Health & Suicide Prevention
The Behavioral Health Program is committed to support and enhance the physical, mental, social, and spiritual health of NM Tribal Indigenous Peoples.
Key Aims
- Partner with Nations, Pueblos and Tribes (NPTs) to build capacity for tribal behavioral health and suicide prevention programs to reduce risk and increase protective factors to prevent suicide amongst Native Americans, particularly youth.
- Ensure expanded outreach, engagement and collaboration with the Nations, Pueblos, Tribes, tribal communties and stakeholders.
Tamara Espinoza, Behavioral Health/ Suicide Prevention Specialist
New Mexico Indian Affairs Department
Email: Tamara.Espinoza@iad.nm.gov
Upcoming Events
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Call, text or chat 988 for mental wellness support.
988 is for anyone, any struggle, anytime.
988 is the free, confidential and 24/7 lifeline for emotional, mental, or alcohol and drug use support, made available to all New Mexicans through the Behavioral Health Services Division of the New Mexico Health Care Authority.
Reasons to call, text or chat 988:
- Worried about alcohol and drug use?
- Stressed about employment?
- Concerned for family and friends?
New Mexico American Resource Directory
Check out the link below for a comprehensive listing of resources specifically tailored to support Native American communities.
The New Mexico Native American Resource Directory aims to empower behavioral health providers and advocates by offering a comprehensive listing of resources specifically tailored to support Native American communities.
This directory promotes collaboration in care access, leveraging outreach and resource navigation to build stronger, more resilient communities throughout New Mexico.