NTX Giving Day: Community Does It transforms lives with culturally tailored mental health care
In the heart of Pleasant Grove, tucked inside the Buckner Bazaar, Community Does It transforms lives with its holistic approach to mental health and community support. We spoke with Community Resource Officer Magdalena Aguirre and Therapist Nalleli Miranda about their mental health clinic, Cuenta Conmigo, and its crucial role in addressing the needs of this vibrant neighborhood. Founded in 2021 by Christine Roman, a former principal and public health advocate, Community Does It was born from community-led focus groups that identified a critical need for mental health resources, particularly for children.
Today, the organization operates with three core branches: counseling services, a Resource Connection department to help families navigate available support, and educational programming to foster growth and learning. Through its innovative programs, Community Does It is bridging the gap between Pleasant Grove residents and the vital resources they need, with mental health care at the core of its mission.