Next Step Community Solutions

While this month is a celebration for many, we also recognize it can bring up real emotions and challenges for others. You are seen, you are valued, and you are not alone.

We’re here to support every step of your journey, with care, respect, and compassion. If you’re struggling, reaching out is a sign of strength, and support is always available.

Summer is here and oh do we have a wonderful partnership to announce!

ALL SUMMER LONG, Brady's Coffee will be featuring a cause drink benefitting Next Step Community Solutions!
Stop in and enjoy their blueberry pancake latte and $1 from every drink sold will help support youth mental health right here in Texas schools!

Our team is exceptionally exciting for this support from such a mainstay establishment here in Tyler and cannot say thank you enough to the great team at Brady's and the support of this community!

For an extra special time, say hi to us at Brady’s Coffee during the Summer Artisan Market on June 27! A perfect time to shop and enjoy a nice iced drink!

Our team had a great time at the 2026 Texas Annual Prevention Providers' Meeting learning new ideas for our work and sharing our strengths with other providers from around the state!

We love any opportunity to gather with those making a difference in their community and finding ways to help each other to make all of Texas a better place!

June is also Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month!

1 in 5 teen boys faces a mental health challenge, and with the right support, healing and resilience are absolutely possible.

Death by su***de is a leading cause of death for men ages 15–34 according to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America. Men account for nearly 80% of all su***de deaths, and 60% of those men had no documented mental health condition.

Remind the men in your life that it's ok to open up, talk about their emotions, ask for help, and take care of themselves!

June is also National PTSD Awareness Month

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder can happen after experiencing or witnessing something scary, overwhelming, or unsafe, and it doesn’t always look the same for everyone, especially teens.

For young people, symptoms may show up as:

- Trouble sleeping or frequent nightmares
- Feeling on edge, irritable, or easily startled
- Avoiding places, people, or memories that feel “too much”
- Mood changes, numbness, or feeling disconnected
- Difficulty focusing at school or with daily routines

If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available, and healing is possible. Talking to a trusted adult, counselor, or mental health professional can be an important first step.

You don’t have to carry it alone!

Happy Pride Month from all of us at Next Step Community Solutions!

This month, and every month, we celebrate authenticity, dignity, and the courage to live fully as yourself. We’re proud to stand with our community and uplift every story, every identity, and every voice!

Here’s to showing up as your true self, boldly and unapologetically!

Youth smoking rates have changed dramatically over time.

In the U.S., teen cigarette use has dropped from about 36% in the late 1990s to around 6% today, an incredible reminder that prevention and education make a real difference!

This progress reflects the impact of awareness campaigns, school-based education, and community prevention efforts that help young people make healthier choices for their future.

When we invest in education and support, we create lasting change for the next generation!

Our newest blog post, Supporting Student Mental Health Starts at Home, shares ways parents and caregivers can help create supportive environments for students both emotionally and mentally!

Take a few minutes to read this month’s blog and join us in continuing the conversation around youth mental health!

Check it out here: https://buff.ly/ZkScSRQ