Profile
First Name
Clarena
Last Name
Tobon
Professions
Non Profit
Industry
Non Profit & Associations
Chapter
B2B Austin
Member Role
B2B Member
Member Bio
Clarena Tobon is a dedicated advocate for mental health and Interim Executive Director at NAMI Central Texas. Her passion for mental health advocacy has led her to speak twice before Congress with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. With over eight years of experience in nonprofit leadership and fundraising, Clarena has significantly impacted organizations such as United Way and Habitat for Humanity.
With lived experience in mental health conditions and as a caregiver for her mother, Clarena brings a unique perspective to her work. She is also a devoted caregiver to her two school-aged children, both of whom face mental health challenges.
Clarena cherishes time spent adventuring with her three children outside her professional commitments. Whether exploring new culinary experiences at local eateries or planning the family's next travel destination, Clarena finds joy in every moment of discovery and connection with her loved ones.
With lived experience in mental health conditions and as a caregiver for her mother, Clarena brings a unique perspective to her work. She is also a devoted caregiver to her two school-aged children, both of whom face mental health challenges.
Clarena cherishes time spent adventuring with her three children outside her professional commitments. Whether exploring new culinary experiences at local eateries or planning the family's next travel destination, Clarena finds joy in every moment of discovery and connection with her loved ones.
Contact Details
Website
https://namicentraltx.org/Company Details
Company Name
NAMI Central Texas
Job Title
Interim ED
Street:
4110 Guadalupe Street, Bldg 781
City:
Austin
State:
Texas
Zip code:
78751
About Us
Founded in 1984, NAMI Central Texas, formerly NAMI Austin, is a member of the largest grassroots mental health organization in the United States, the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Through innovative education, support and advocacy programs, we are changing the way our community addresses mental health. NAMI Central Texas serves Travis, Williamson, Hays, Bastrop, Burnet, and Caldwell counties.
Mission
NAMI Central Texas is dedicated to improving the lives of all individuals affected by mental illness through education, support and advocacy programs.
Vision
NAMI Central Texas envisions a community that addresses mental illness as a health issue and provides the systems, resources and education for all people to achieve recovery.
Mission
NAMI Central Texas is dedicated to improving the lives of all individuals affected by mental illness through education, support and advocacy programs.
Vision
NAMI Central Texas envisions a community that addresses mental illness as a health issue and provides the systems, resources and education for all people to achieve recovery.
Services Provided
Peer Support Groups
NAMI Connection (for adults living with mental health conditions)
Family Support Groups (for families and caregivers)
Education Programs
NAMI Family-to-Family (for families, caregivers, and friends of individuals with mental health conditions)
NAMI Peer-to-Peer (for individuals living with mental health conditions)
NAMI Basics (for parents and caregivers of children with mental health challenges)
NAMI Ending the Silence (educational presentations for students, teachers, and parents)
Community Presentations
NAMI In Our Own Voice (personal stories of mental health recovery)
Mental Health 101 (basic mental health education for the community)
Mental Health Bites (mental health awareness series, including specific topics and communities)
Stigma-Free Workplace Programs
Mental health awareness training for workplaces
Consultation on creating stigma-free environments
Advocacy Efforts
Advocacy at local and state levels for mental health policies
Participation in legislative efforts and campaigns
Crisis Intervention Training (CIT)
Mental health training for first responders
Specialized Programs
Mental Health First Aid
Front Line Wellness Support (for first responders)
Mental health services and outreach for underserved communities (BIPOC outreach)
NAMI Connection (for adults living with mental health conditions)
Family Support Groups (for families and caregivers)
Education Programs
NAMI Family-to-Family (for families, caregivers, and friends of individuals with mental health conditions)
NAMI Peer-to-Peer (for individuals living with mental health conditions)
NAMI Basics (for parents and caregivers of children with mental health challenges)
NAMI Ending the Silence (educational presentations for students, teachers, and parents)
Community Presentations
NAMI In Our Own Voice (personal stories of mental health recovery)
Mental Health 101 (basic mental health education for the community)
Mental Health Bites (mental health awareness series, including specific topics and communities)
Stigma-Free Workplace Programs
Mental health awareness training for workplaces
Consultation on creating stigma-free environments
Advocacy Efforts
Advocacy at local and state levels for mental health policies
Participation in legislative efforts and campaigns
Crisis Intervention Training (CIT)
Mental health training for first responders
Specialized Programs
Mental Health First Aid
Front Line Wellness Support (for first responders)
Mental health services and outreach for underserved communities (BIPOC outreach)
Ideal Customers
1. Individuals Living with Mental Health Conditions
Demographics: Adults (18+), primarily in Central Texas (Travis, Williamson, Hays, Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell counties), of various cultural, ethnic, and economic backgrounds.
Needs: Support in managing mental health conditions, peer support, coping strategies, and education.
Engagement: They would benefit most from NAMI's peer support groups, peer-to-peer education, and community presentations like "In Our Own Voice."
2. Families and Caregivers of Individuals with Mental Health Conditions
Demographics: Family members, parents, and caregivers of individuals with mental health challenges, including children, teens, and adults.
Needs: Education about mental health conditions, how to support loved ones, peer support, and strategies for navigating mental health services.
Engagement: Ideal for programs like Family-to-Family, Basics, and Family Support Groups.
3. Youth and Young Adults
Demographics: Middle and high school students, college students, and young adults (18-25) experiencing early signs of mental health conditions or interested in mental health awareness.
Needs: Awareness, education, and mental health literacy.
Engagement: Programs like Ending the Silence and student outreach initiatives.
4. Workplaces & Employers
Demographics: Small and large businesses, HR departments, and corporate leaders in Central Texas who are committed to employee wellness and mental health awareness.
Needs: Creating stigma-free environments, mental health education, and improving workplace mental health policies.
Engagement: Stigma-Free Workplace programs, mental health training for employees, and consultation services.
5. First Responders
Demographics: Police officers, EMTs, firefighters, and other emergency responders.
Needs: Training on mental health crisis intervention, self-care, and wellness support.
Engagement: Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) and Front Line Wellness Support.
6. Community Partners & Nonprofits
Demographics: Other nonprofits, advocacy groups, schools, and community organizations in Central Texas.
Needs: Collaboration on mental health programs, partnership for awareness events, and educational opportunities for underserved populations.
Engagement: Partnership in events like Mental Health Bites, advocacy campaigns, and specialized outreach programs.
7. Donors and Sponsors
Demographics: Individuals, businesses, and corporations interested in supporting mental health causes, corporate social responsibility, and philanthropy.
Needs: Clear impact stories, return on investment in terms of social good, and community recognition.
Engagement: Financial and in-kind support for events like the NAMI Walks, sponsorships for community programs, and year-end fundraising efforts.
8. Legislators & Policymakers
Demographics: Local and state government officials and legislative bodies focused on mental health policies.
Needs: Data and stories that emphasize the importance of mental health funding and support.
Engagement: Advocacy efforts and policy campaigns led by NAMI Central Texas.
Demographics: Adults (18+), primarily in Central Texas (Travis, Williamson, Hays, Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell counties), of various cultural, ethnic, and economic backgrounds.
Needs: Support in managing mental health conditions, peer support, coping strategies, and education.
Engagement: They would benefit most from NAMI's peer support groups, peer-to-peer education, and community presentations like "In Our Own Voice."
2. Families and Caregivers of Individuals with Mental Health Conditions
Demographics: Family members, parents, and caregivers of individuals with mental health challenges, including children, teens, and adults.
Needs: Education about mental health conditions, how to support loved ones, peer support, and strategies for navigating mental health services.
Engagement: Ideal for programs like Family-to-Family, Basics, and Family Support Groups.
3. Youth and Young Adults
Demographics: Middle and high school students, college students, and young adults (18-25) experiencing early signs of mental health conditions or interested in mental health awareness.
Needs: Awareness, education, and mental health literacy.
Engagement: Programs like Ending the Silence and student outreach initiatives.
4. Workplaces & Employers
Demographics: Small and large businesses, HR departments, and corporate leaders in Central Texas who are committed to employee wellness and mental health awareness.
Needs: Creating stigma-free environments, mental health education, and improving workplace mental health policies.
Engagement: Stigma-Free Workplace programs, mental health training for employees, and consultation services.
5. First Responders
Demographics: Police officers, EMTs, firefighters, and other emergency responders.
Needs: Training on mental health crisis intervention, self-care, and wellness support.
Engagement: Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) and Front Line Wellness Support.
6. Community Partners & Nonprofits
Demographics: Other nonprofits, advocacy groups, schools, and community organizations in Central Texas.
Needs: Collaboration on mental health programs, partnership for awareness events, and educational opportunities for underserved populations.
Engagement: Partnership in events like Mental Health Bites, advocacy campaigns, and specialized outreach programs.
7. Donors and Sponsors
Demographics: Individuals, businesses, and corporations interested in supporting mental health causes, corporate social responsibility, and philanthropy.
Needs: Clear impact stories, return on investment in terms of social good, and community recognition.
Engagement: Financial and in-kind support for events like the NAMI Walks, sponsorships for community programs, and year-end fundraising efforts.
8. Legislators & Policymakers
Demographics: Local and state government officials and legislative bodies focused on mental health policies.
Needs: Data and stories that emphasize the importance of mental health funding and support.
Engagement: Advocacy efforts and policy campaigns led by NAMI Central Texas.
Employee Count of Clients
1-19
Revenue Size of Clients
$0-$1M