Episode 10 of the Benton County Public Podcast is now available highlighting mental health services

Benton County continues to lead in providing essential mental health services for residents of all ages. Episode 10 of the Benton County Public Podcast features an insightful interview with Barbara Christianson, BSN, RN, PHN, PMH-C, Public Health Nurse Program Manager at the Benton County Health Department. Christianson, who oversees Perinatal, Maternal, Child & Family Health as well as WIC, Reproductive Health, and Immunization Programs, discusses her role within the County and emphasizes the critical importance of mental health services.

Benton County recently expanded the Benton County Children and Family Mental Health facility, enhancing its ability to serve the community. The new location, 4185 SW Research Way in Corvallis, hosted an open house on May 31. The event included tours of the facility, staff meet-and-greets, a resource fair, and family-friendly activities and prizes.

“The timing is perfect since we just settled into our new space and it’s also Mental Health Awareness Month,” said Kristi Reher, Program Manager. “This new, bigger building allows our Children and Family program to enhance our current services by being in a more therapeutic and family-friendly space. It also offers opportunities for expansion, which will allow us to better meet the range of needs for our Benton County youth and families.”

Don’t miss Episode 10 of the Benton County Public Podcast to learn more about the vital mental health services provided by Benton County and the exciting developments at the Benton County Children and Family Mental Health facility.

Benton County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring and employment practices. This document is available in alternative formats and languages upon request. Please contact Cory Grogan at 541-745-4468 or pioinfo@bentoncountyor.gov.