In late 2023, Bobby Dean Orcutt, a Tulsa resident, found it difficult to find in-person PTSD and anxiety disorder support groups in the area. Frustrated by the lack of resources, Bobby turned to social media to connect with others seeking mental health support. To his surprise, he discovered that many people in the community were also searching for resources.
In response to this need, Bobby launched a local mental health event series called “I Didn’t Want To Tell You: Normalizing The Conversation Around Mental Health.” Since its launch, the series has attracted large crowds, with six in-person events focused on mental health already held this year. Topics covered have included trauma, addiction, depression, healing, treatment through psychedelics, religion, and spirituality. Guest speakers such as Sterlin Harjo and Mary Beth Babcock have been featured in the events.
Bobby will be joining us on the Arca Continental Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages Porch to discuss an upcoming mental health event with artist Marlon F. Hall. If you’re interested in learning more about the event, click here for more details.