Your support powers our on-the-ground response—delivering genuine, trauma-informed care where it’s needed most. Here’s what your donation makes possible for children and communities recovering from disasters.
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Floods are sweeping away homes in Texas. Wildfires are tearing through communities in Los Angeles. Tornadoes have ripped apart neighborhoods in St. Louis.
Across the country, children are facing terrifying disasters—losing their homes, their routines, and sometimes even their sense of safety.
Mental Health Code is prepared to respond with care, expertise, and resources—but we need your help to reach every child affected.
In the aftermath of natural disasters, the devastation runs far deeper than shattered buildings and lost possessions. Emotional distress, anxiety, and grief often strike hardest, especially among children who have lost their sense of stability and security. Trauma can linger long after physical recovery has begun, impacting mental health, relationships, and overall well-being.
Mental Health Code (MHC) is responding now—starting with the catastrophic Texas flooding—by launching an emergency rollout of our Kids C.O.D.E.™ curriculum.
This trauma-informed, story-driven program helps kids process pain while building:
Connection – Establishing safe relationships and a sense of belonging
Observation – Naming emotions and recognizing their internal world
Discovery – Exploring strengths, stories, and self-expression
Empowerment – Rebuilding confidence and stepping into leadership
Without immediate mental health support, trauma can take root, affecting kids’ school, relationships, and long-term well-being.
Donation Impact Tiers
| Amount | What It Provides |
|---|---|
| $250 | One-on-one trauma-informed therapy for a child |
| $500 | A day of therapy dog support in a shelter |
| $1500 | Mental Health First Aid training for 10 parents or first responders |
Your support powers our on-the-ground response—delivering genuine, trauma-informed care where it’s needed most. Here’s what your donation makes possible for children and communities recovering from disasters.
Therapy dogs offering comfort and connection in disaster shelters
Mental Health First Aid training for caregivers, volunteers, and community leaders
Kids C.O.D.E.™ curriculum taught in shelters, PAL centers, and camps—empowering kids to heal, cope, and lead
This is our trauma-responsive pathway—a healing model designed to help children rebuild what disaster has shaken: their confidence, sense of safety, emotional awareness, and ability to connect with others. Through trust-based relationships and guided emotional learning, we empower kids not just to recover, but to thrive—restoring hope, resilience, and the inner strength to move forward.
By meeting children where they are emotionally, we help them make sense of their experiences, find words for their feelings, and rediscover joy and a sense of belonging. It’s not just about healing—it’s about helping them lead with courage.
Founded by Kelly Hager, Mental Health Code delivers emotionally intelligent, trauma-informed programs to the frontlines of crisis, where support is most urgent and most often overlooked.
Our Kids C.O.D.E.™ curriculum helps youth reconnect with their emotions, restore confidence, and lead, especially after disaster. It meets children in their pain and gives them language, safety, and the strength to cope.
From trauma to transformation, we show up with tools, care, and heart—helping kids reclaim their stories and their sense of self, even in the aftermath of overwhelming loss.
Become part of a welcoming community of individuals passionate about mental health—whether you’re a professional, advocate, or simply seeking personal growth. Together, we’re fostering resilience, building connections, and creating a brighter future for mental well-being.
Important Notice:
Mental Health Code is not a mental health treatment center. The tools, strategies, and resources we provide are for educational purposes and are not a substitute for professional mental health treatment.
If you or someone you know is in crisis, please reach out for immediate help by contacting the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Trained counselors are available 24/7 to provide free and confidential support.
Your well-being matters. Take the step to connect with the support you need.
Refund Policy:
At Mental Health Code, we are committed to providing a seamless experience while maintaining fairness for all participants. Please review the following policy carefully.
Refund Policy
No Refunds: We do not offer refunds for canceled sessions. However, we strive to accommodate your needs through our rescheduling policy (detailed below).
Reschedule Policy
Rescheduling Opportunities: If you need to cancel your session, you may reschedule for the next available session of equal or lesser value.
72-Hour Notice Required: Rescheduling is available only for cancellations made at least 72 hours before your scheduled session.
Requests to reschedule can be made via [online booking system/contact method].
Cancellation Policy
72-Hour Cancellation Requirement: Cancellations must be made at least 72 hours in advance to qualify for rescheduling.
Late Cancellations or No-Shows: Cancellations made within 72 hours of the scheduled session, or missed sessions without notice, are not eligible for rescheduling.
Exceptions
We understand that emergencies happen. If unforeseen circumstances prevent you from attending, please contact us at [contact email/phone number]. Exceptions may be made at our discretion on a case-by-case basis.
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