Of all the needs in our society, basic mental health practices and support services clearly form the foundation of wellbeing. Fortunately, many of our clients meet people from all walks of life where they need support most.
When Russell Herder talks about “Work that matters,” this is where it comes to life — bringing attention to the organizations driving meaningful change.
Whether prescription opioids, counterfeit pills, or fentanyl, the opioid crisis continues to brutalize individuals and communities. When Minnesota’s Department of Human Services asked us to build a website about the dangers of synthetic drugs, we recognized the need for an online resource that could adapt as the issue evolved. We created KnowtheDangers.com as a consumer-friendly website with current opioid information, recovery resources, cultural community content, a naloxone finder map, and more.
The Minnesota Department of Health needed to share messaging about mental health and the value of the 988 Lifeline, especially within African American, American Indian, Asian American, Latinx, and LGBTQ+ communities. Through in-depth conversations and collaboration, we built a campaign that resonates within cultural communities while offering hope to everyone who encounters these vital 988 messages.
Minnesota’s veterans deserve every available benefit and resource, and we’ve been privileged to help the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs spread the word. From recruiting professionals for Minnesota’s eight state veterans homes and spotlighting events that honor military service, to promoting wellness and mental health services, MDVA remains deeply committed to Minnesota veterans, and we’re proud to support that mission.
Kimberly Keiser founded her namesake firm and leads a highly respected therapy clinic dedicated to open, healthy communication around sexual and relational health.
In a time with no shortage of distractions from meaningful connection, she helps individuals and couples discover new ways to communicate, grow, and bring joy into their lives. Through impactful messaging and digital strategies, the firm continues to reach more people than ever.
Treat People Like People is the Minnesota Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities’ trailblazing campaign to stop the abuse and neglect of adults with disabilities. The resource-rich Treat People Like People website continues to evolve into a go-to platform for authentic human voices, backed by an active social media presence and dynamic toolkits that help others spread the message. The campaign rests on a simple belief: everyone deserves to be heard and understood.
Wilder serves countless Minnesotans in many ways, including mental health and childcare services, aging support, and economic stability programs. When Immigration and Customs Enforcement descended on the state during “Operation Metro Surge” families of every description were traumatized. Wilder met the moment with urgency and care, reinforcing its commitment to show up for the community and reminding us all that we can be here for good.
During the COVID-19 crisis, the loss of highly respected emergency physician Dr. Lorna Breen deeply shook the nation’s medical community. Her death by suicide exposed the hidden toll on pandemic workers. In response, her family founded the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes Foundation to advance legislation and protect medical providers seeking mental health support without fear of repercussions. We created a video for the foundation that reached wide audiences through media coverage, appeared on the foundation’s website, and adapted seamlessly for multiple social media formats.
