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Check at the latest news and information about Pro Bono Counseling in the May 2025 newsletter. Articles include:

• Pro Bono Counseling Announces New Executive Director
• Pro Bono Counseling Celebrates Volunteers at Annual Gratitude Gathering
• From Grief to Gratitude: A Story of Healing and Support
• Provide Your Neighbor with Mental Health Counseling – Give Today
• Join Our Community of Compassionate Mental Health Professionals
• Upcoming Continuing Education Workshops
• PBC Resource Corner – […]
  

On Wednesday, May 14, Pro Bono Counseling (PBC) hosted its annual Gratitude Gathering to honor the volunteers who make a profound impact in ensuring all Marylanders have access to mental health care. During the event, PBC also recognized generous supporters and community partners and presented a humanitarian awards.

“Pro Bono Counseling has connected thousands of Marylanders with the mental health care resources they need and deserve for more than 30 years […]

Maggie Gunther Osborn Appointed by PBC Board to Lead Organization

Baltimore, MD, May 12, 2025 – The Board of Directors of Pro Bono Counseling (PBC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Maggie Gunther Osborn as the organization’s new Executive Director, effective May 27, 2025. Maggie will lead PBC through this important transition and continue its goal to ensure accessible mental health care for all Marylanders.

“Maggie’s strategic vision and extensive experience […]

Pro Bono Counseling to Honor Its Licensed Mental Health Volunteers at Gratitude Gathering

Event to Feature Presentation of the Dr. Radha Pathak Humanitarian Award

Baltimore, MD, May 5, 2025 – Pro Bono Counseling will host its annual Gratitude Gathering on Wednesday, May 14, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, celebrating the invaluable contributions of its dedicated volunteers. Each year, these licensed mental health professionals make a profound impact by ensuring that all […]

Check at the latest news and information about Pro Bono Counseling in the April 2025 newsletter. Articles include:

• Pro Bono Counseling Volunteers Expand Maryland Mental Health Access
• Join Us for Pro Bono Counseling’s Annual Gratitude Gathering – May 14
• Stress Awareness Month: Expert Insights from PBC’s Roxanne Melgar
• Managing Stress Year-Round—How the WARMLine Can Support You
• Calling All Bilingual Mental Health Providers—Enhance Your Skills in Spanish!
• Welcome New Pro Bono […]
  

Stress is not confined to a single month—it is a pervasive issue affecting us throughout the year. From rising costs and global conflicts to everyday pressures like work, family, and personal struggles, stress can take a toll on our mental and physical health.

For some, stress makes it hard to sleep, focus, or stay patient. Others experience panic attacks or lose excitement for things they once loved. And if left unchecked? […]

Mental health care can feel frustratingly out of reach. From insurance hurdles to mental health stigma and barriers, as well as the daunting task of finding the right resources, the process can be overwhelming. While crisis hotlines exist for urgent situations, many people fall into the gap between needing immediate intervention and struggling in silence. That’s where Pro Bono Counseling’s WARMLine comes in.

What Is the WARMLine?

Pro Bono Counseling is dedicated […]

When a woman in her 70’s was experiencing a series of health challenges over a five-year period, she thought she had nowhere to turn—until she found Pro Bono Counseling (PBC). Thanks to a PBC volunteer therapist who donated their time and expertise, she has been able to cope during a difficult time.

“Pro Bono Counseling has been a great help,” she recently shared. “It’s been a great source of […]

To mark Stress Awareness Month, PBC Interim Executive Director Roxanne Melgar, LCSW-C, appeared on the Maryland State Library Agency’s latest podcast. She explored how stress affects both physical and mental health, and shared practical advice and resources to help manage stress effectively. Tune in here: https://lnkd.in/etA8Rq_K

The MSLA podcast can also be found on YouTube Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Amazon […]

Check at the latest news and information about Pro Bono Counseling in the March 2025 newsletter. Articles include:

• Pro Bono Counseling Removes Barriers to Mental Health Support
• Working with Immigrant Clients in Tumultuous Times
• Pro Bono Counseling Receives Reginald F. Lewis Community Award at JEDI Ceremony
• You’re Invited to PBC’s Annual Gratitude Gathering
• Welcome New Pro Bono Counseling Volunteers
• Upcoming Continuing Education Workshops
• Pro Bono Counseling’s Community Connections
• PBC Resource […]