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CHRIS 180 has reopened its flagship Atlanta Counseling Center with a team of licensed clinicians and counseling interns offering trauma-informed, person-centered mental health services to individuals and families across metro Atlanta. The center’s expanded services come at a pivotal time, as recent data shows nearly 1.4 million adults in Georgia experience mental illness each year,…
Atlanta-based mental health nonprofit CHRIS 180 raised more than $800,000 at its annual fundraiser, The CHRIStal Ball, held Saturday, Aug. 16 event at Flourish Atlanta. More than 520 community members, sponsors and partners attended the event in support of CHRIS 180’s mission. For more than four decades, CHRIS 180 has been a pillar of support…
CHRIS 180, Atlanta’s leading nonprofit organization supporting the mental health and well-being of children, youth and families, announces the appointment of eight distinguished professionals to its Board of Directors, along with elected board officers who will guide the organization into its next phase of growth. The newest members of the CHRIS 180 Board of Directors…
CHRIS 180, Atlanta’s leading nonprofit organization supporting the mental health and well-being of children, youth and families, is proud to announce the 25th anniversary of its signature fundraising gala, The CHRIStal Ball, taking place Saturday, Aug. 16. For more than four decades, CHRIS 180 has been a pillar of support in Atlanta communities, providing therapy,…
“The winter woes, Seasonal Affective Disorder, joyless January, cold and dark…” These are just a few of the words and phrases that might initially come to mind when someone is asked to describe the winter season. A YouGov.com survey found that only 10% of Americans polled said that winter was their favorite season, whereas spring,…
CHRIS 180, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting and healing Atlanta’s children, youth, and families, has named Rick Aranson, J.D. as its new Chief Operating Officer. With more than 20 years of experience in mission-driven leadership, Aranson brings a strong record of driving operational excellence and program development. His extensive background spans enterprise-wide administration, developing and…
The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration for many. But for some of us, it can stir up difficult emotions, unresolved grief or complicated family dynamics. It’s important to be mindful of the fact that not everyone is going to experience the holidays the same way. Offering a little extra empathy and…
Addiction is one of the most misunderstood issues in society today. It affects millions, but the stigma surrounding it often prevents those who need help from seeking it. Understanding the Reality of Addiction Addiction is a complicated disease that affects the brain and can stem from many things like genetics, environment or mental health conditions.…
The Board of Directors of CHRIS 180, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing trauma-informed mental health services for children, youth and families, has appointed Cati Diamond Stone as President and Chief Executive Officer. Stone joins CHRIS 180 from Susan G. Komen® and succeeds Kathy Colbenson, who announced her retirement earlier this year after serving the…