Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Advocacy
When Dr. Edmond lost his mother to suicide over thirty years ago, there was little, if anything, available to help him with his grief. Years later, after completing his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, he became one of the founding members of the Illinois Chapter of American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), which has grown to become one of the premier chapters in the national organization.
In his dynamic and active role as AFSP-IL Chapter President, Dr. Edmond has initiated several impactful measures including expanding their social media footprint as well as supporting national programs that build stronger chapters and improvements in legislative advocacy. He also meets with State and Federal Leadership to encourage support for suicide prevention and pro-mental health legislation. Nationally, Dr. Edmond initiated the aational LGBTQ+ Taskforce, which has resulted in sweeping changes across the organization.
Dr. Edmond conducted a Chicago based support group for LGBTQ+ survivor of suicide loss. He is also one of the original trainers of Suicide Bereavement Support Group Facilitators Training (SBSGFT), where he co-leads a multi-day seminar to teach people to run grief groups in their own communities. He is passionate about an examination of culture and grief and incorporates them in these trainings.
For more information AFSP,suicide awareness and prevention, suicide bereavement grief resources, or training (SBSGFT), see Blog and Other Musings. For more information or to schedule a “Meet the Therapist” call, please complete contact request below or call at 773 450-4434.
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