Leading By Example, LLC

As we observe Mental Health Awareness Month this May, Leading by Example joins in the national movement aimed at raising awareness about mental health conditions, reducing stigma, and promoting support for mental well-being.

At Leading by Example, we believe that everyone deserves a positive change! This month, we are reaffirming our commitment to your behavioral health! We want to remind you that you are not alone!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month - Leading By Example As we observe Mental Health Awareness Month this May, Leading by Example joins in the national movement aimed at raising awareness about mental health conditions, reducing stigma, and promoting support for mental well-being. Founded by Mental Health America (MHA), it provides a dedicated time to edu...

On February 25th, over 500 consumers, family members, and advocates gathered in Annapolis for the Maryland Behavioral Health Coalition’s Keep the Door Open Rally. Their goal was to advocate for improved access to behavioral health services for individuals living with mental health and substance use disorders.

Leading by Example Program Director & Co-Founder, Johnnie Fielding, spoke at the rally in support of The Keep the Door Open Act, which aims to attract and retain qualified licensed professionals and direct care workers by maintaining fair and stable provider rates.

Over a million Marylanders live with a mental health or substance use disorder, and more than 180,000 rely on the state’s public behavioral health system. Since 2008, the number of people using this system has increased by 65%. However, despite this demand, funding for these services has stagnated, putting many providers at risk of closing or reducing their services.

Come learn more about Leading By Example! Posted • Our annual   celebration is THIS SATURDAY, 9/24!

Join us in Eager Park from 1-5 PM as we come together to celebrate recovery with movement, music, food, activities for all ages and more.