The Prison Mental Health Survival Kit

Mental illness doesn’t pause at the prison gates. For many incarcerated men and women, it becomes heavier, harsher, and too often ignored. Families are left with fear, unanswered questions, and little guidance.

That’s why I created The Prison Mental Health Survival Kit. This digital guide provides families with the tools, steps, and support needed to navigate the system, advocate effectively, and protect both their loved one’s mental health and their own peace of mind.

Inside you’ll learn:

• How mental health is (and isn’t) treated behind bars
• The most common challenges: depression, anxiety, trauma, and suicide risk
• How to navigate the prison mental health system with authority
• Family strategies for advocacy, documentation, and communication
• Printable tools to track medications, grievances, and care requests
• How to file grievances and escalate concerns when ignored
• Emotional and spiritual support for families carrying this burden

This kit was written with the reality of prison in mind: raw, truthful, but also grounded in faith and strategy. Your advocacy matters, and this guide will help you step into that role with clarity and confidence.