In recent years, a local mental health event series called “I Didn’t Want To Tell You: Normalizing The Conversation Around Mental Health” has been gaining popularity. The organizer, Bobby Dean Orcutt, began the series in late 2023 after struggling to find PTSD and anxiety disorder groups that met in person in the Tulsa area. Through social media, Bobby was able to connect with others who were also seeking mental health resources and support.
Since then, Bobby has organized six in-person events focused on mental health, with an overwhelming response from the community. The topics covered have been diverse, including trauma, addiction, depression, healing, treatment through psychedelics, religion and spirituality. Guest speakers such as Sterlin Harjo and Mary Beth Babcock have been featured in these events.
On the upcoming Arca Continental Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages Porch, Bobby will be joining us to discuss the upcoming mental health event with artist Marlon F. Hall. If you are interested in learning more about the event or how to get involved with mental health resources in your community, be sure to click here for more details.
