CBSoM Mission
Our mission at CB State of Mind is to connect our community to resources, education, and free counseling scholarships to improve mental wellness, eliminate stigma, and lower the rate of suicide in the Gunnison Valley.
How We Help
WE AIM TO CONNECT
There are so many services being provided in the valley and across the county, we serve the community by connecting them with the right resources for their needs rather than helping them directly.
CREATED BY THE COMMUNITY, FOR THE COMMUNITY
Our community is unique in the way that we all show up for each other. Rather than our connections feeling forced or governmental, we ensure all our community collaboration feels organic, supportive, compassionate, and aligned with overall Gunnison Valley values.
A HUB FOR RESOURCES
Our commitment to being a central source of knowledge, tools, and support, empowering our community with the information and resources they need to thrive in their mental health journey is at the core of every engagement.
What We Do
EXPAND ACCESS
Increase access to mental health support services for all individuals in the community, both those needing help and those looking to help others.
RAISE AWARENESS
Educate the community about mental wellness and the importance of seeking help and where to find resources.
STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
Build strong community partnerships to support mental health initiatives that also help to normalize dialogue around mental health.
Why it Matters
3 X higher rate of Suicide than CO State
The suicide rate in Gunnison County is more than three times higher than the state average—69.35 deaths per 100,000 residents compared to Colorado’s rate of 21.93 per 100,000.
1/3 of community members feel isolated and lonely
According to a local Community Engagement and Behavioral Health Survey conducted in 2024, one third of Gunnison County residents reported feeling isolated and lonely, and over half (56%) have experienced 3 or more poor mental health days in the past month.
40% living below the Self-Sufficiency Standard
In Gunnison County, 40% of residents live below the Self-Sufficiency Standard, a measure of the income needed to meet basic needs without public or private assistance based on the local cost of living.
CBSoM Community Involvement
We are a key partner to a much larger community behavioral health system promoting collective action from the local level. Our collaborative work strengthens the behavioral health spectrum of needs from prevention and treatment to recovery. We are Better Together!
CB State of Mind is working to strengthen our local mental health system by facilitating collaboration, improving access, and aligning resources.
Our role includes:
Monitoring community needs and identifying service gaps
Convening local partners to co-create effective, community-driven solutions
Supporting coordination across organizations to reduce duplication and improve access
We help individuals connect with care by:
Maintaining a network of local therapists for counseling and crisis support
Fostering community partnerships that contribute to a more connected, responsive mental health system
Providing a centralized hub of mental health information, resources, and provider referrals through our website
