DBSA is grieved to report that Kris Black passed away suddenly.

The status of her group is unknown.

 “Getting & Staying Mentally Healthy”

Getting and Staying Mentally Healthy is a support group that meets at 7 p.m. on the 2nd Thursday of each month at Mental Health America Building Downtown 

This group is facilitated by Kris Black. Eric Swanholm, an intern from UTSW Medical Center, and Colleen Fagan, a graduate student at UTSWMC, also co-facilitate this support group. Mr. Swanholm and Ms. Fagan are under the supervision of Dr. Avery Kathryn Hoenig, a Psychologist on staff at UTSW Medical Center and Children’s Medical Center. Their inspiration is the opportunity to work with the courageous individuals who attend the group and support each other.  Dr. Scott Nelson, a Group Therapy Specialist, serves as an advisor for this group. Dr. Nelson is a graduate of the UTSW Medical Center.