Beyond the Balance: Reclaiming Women’s Mental Health

The Junior League of Billings is proud to announce Beyond the Balance: Reclaiming Women’s Mental Health, a new community seminar series dedicated to providing accessible, evidence-based education on women’s mental wellbeing. Presented in association with Every Woman. All Things., the Association of Junior Leagues International’s signature initiative, the series brings licensed clinical providers together to address the mental health challenges women face every day and connect participants with trusted local resources. Women today are navigating increasingly complex roles as professionals, caregivers, community leaders, partners, parents, and advocates. The invisible mental load that accompanies those responsibilities can contribute to burnout, anxiety, depression, chronic stress, and other health concerns. At the same time, many women face barriers to accessing mental health care, whether because of cost, availability, stigma, or uncertainty about where to begin. Beyond the Balance was created to help bridge that gap. Each session features licensed clinical providers and mental health professionals from respected local organizations who will share practical, research-informed information in an approachable community setting. Participants will leave with a better understanding of common mental health challenges, practical tools they can apply in their daily lives, and knowledge of local resources available when additional support is needed. Rather than simply raising awareness, the series is designed to empower women with credible information while creating opportunities for connection, conversation, and early intervention. “The invisible, unpaid mental load that women carry every day has profound consequences on their emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing,” said Shelby Ryann Dolezal, President of the Junior League of Billings. “Through this series, we’re bringing together licensed experts from our own community to make mental health education more accessible, reduce stigma, and help women understand that support is available. We hope participants leave not only feeling seen, but equipped with practical tools and trusted resources.” Seminar Series Overview- Doors Open at 5:30, Starts at 6:00 The six-part educational series will explore key topics affecting women’s mental health through presentations by licensed clinicians and community experts. Session 1 September 17 Dr. Malcolm Horn, CEO, Rimrock Foundation Addiction and Recovery in Women Understanding substance use disorders, recovery, and pathways to healing Session 2 October 15 Kristin Nelson, PA, 406 Recovery Understanding ADHD in Women Exploring how ADHD often presents differently in women and practical strategies for managing its impact. Session 3 November 19 Onnie Michalsky, LCPC, Yellowstone County Mental Health Alliance & Moms Without Capes Burnout, Sleep, Nutrition, and Sustainable Self-Care Practical approaches to reducing burnout and building healthier routines amid life’s demands. The series continues January through March 2027 with additional sessions featuring local mental health professionals.