July 24, 2026 – At this year’s Power of Partnerships Conference in Los Angeles, we asked Certified Wellness Coaches and California School-based health workers a very important question: Youth today need more… what?
The answers may surprise you.
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July 31, 2026 – The California Love, California Strong Foundation recently hosted an event at the historic Los Angeles Coliseum.
The Foundation centers belonging and connection across California through self-care, social connection, and service. Certified Wellness Coach Angie M. joined First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom and CYBHI Director Dr. Sohil Sud for a youth-centered panel on how behavioral health professionals are supporting mental health statewide.
“While we are increasingly connected through our digital world, too many young people are still facing loneliness, anxiety, and overall mental health struggles,” said the First Partner. “We all share a responsibility to normalize asking for help and show up for young people and families across the state.”
Ready to show up for young people? See if you’re eligible to get certified by clicking here.
July 2, 2026 – Curious about how Certified Wellness Coaches and clinicians work together?
Meet Jeb Hall, Licensed Clinical Supervisor for the Tehama County Department of Education’s Mental Health and Wellness Team.
Working collaboratively and referring students based on their needs creates a support system to meet kids where they are, making them feel supported, connected, and ready to thrive.
June 5, 2026 – What I really describe a Wellness Coach is, is a safe person whose only job is to figure out ‘what does this student need?’ A lot of times, our students don’t have an immediate mental health crisis. They just need to be heard.
Matthew Reddam, LMFT, is the School and Community Wellness Advisor for Butte County Office of Education, and he understands the need for Certified Wellness Coaches in rural communities. Butte County Office of Education is just one of hundreds of employers in California who have integrated Wellness Coaches into their schools. Watch the full video to hear other insights from employers.
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HCAI partners with California Community Colleges, California State Universities, and private nonprofit universities whose curricula meet all the requirements for a student to apply for a Wellness Coach certification upon graduation.
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