Kings View and "Empowered with Meg Ryan" Join Forces to Navigate Life's Mental Health Journey

LOS ANGELES, July 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Public Television viewers are invited to explore a vital conversation on well-being as "Empowered with Meg Ryan" partners with Kings View for an upcoming segment. This collaboration aims to provide a fresh perspective on a universal experience: navigating the complexities of mental health and finding support.

This insightful segment of "Empowered with Meg Ryan", set to film later this year in Fresno, California, will gently guide Public Television audiences through the often-unseen landscape of behavioral health. It will unpack why many find it challenging to seek help, revealing that, on average, individuals may endure mental health or substance use issues for over nine years before reaching out.

The program will highlight King's View's comprehensive approach, from their Mental Health Minute vignettes – short, impactful messages addressing topics such as grief and suicide – to their innovative wellness centers, partnerships with law enforcement, outpatient treatment, walk-in therapy clinic, telepsychiatry options, crisis debriefing, medically assisted SUD support, homeless outreach, and crucial warm line and hotline services. This segment will highlight how these diverse avenues offer access to thousands who might otherwise suffer in silence, fostering a community where seeking help is normalized and accessible to all ages and demographics.

"Mental health is not a guarantee—it's a daily investment. Wellness doesn't just happen; it's something we all have to nurture, protect, and prioritize." — Amanda Nugent Divine, CEO

The segment will offer a compelling look at how Kings View is working to reduce the stigma surrounding behavioral health across various communities and socio-economic levels. It will underscore the powerful message that just as we readily address physical ailments, mental health challenges deserve the same immediate attention and compassionate care. Viewers will discover that help is readily available, and early intervention can often prevent prolonged struggles, even potentially preventing a lifetime of suffering or worse. The program will also explore the broad spectrum of approaches to well-being, from mindfulness practices and meditation to effective medications that work effectively. It will emphasize that there is no shame in seeking support, whether for common issues like depression or anxiety, or more profound challenges. This captivating exploration is designed to inspire individuals to acknowledge their needs and embrace the path to healing, fostering a more open and understanding dialogue around mental well-being for everyone. The segment hopes to educate hundreds of thousands of people, broadcasting a message that resonates with millions and streams globally online.

About "Empowered with Meg Ryan": "Empowered with Meg Ryan" is a Public Television program that offers viewers valuable insights and educational content, inspiring them to take informed action in their lives and communities. The program highlights organizations that are making a positive impact and providing pathways to greater well-being. Learn more at: www.empoweredprogram.com

About Kings View: Kings View has remained committed to providing timely, accessible, person-centered behavioral healthcare services throughout California and has been doing so for 75 years. Today, their network of programs continues to offer a comprehensive range of mental health, substance use disorder, and other supportive services, dedicated to fostering wellness and reducing the stigma associated with behavioral health challenges. Learn more at: www.kingsview.org

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