FAQs
Find answers to common questions about McShane’s Mission, who we serve and the support we provide.
McShane’s Mission offers peer support, guidance, education and referrals to mental health resources for attorneys. The organization also funds treatment and partial living expenses for indigent lawyers.
No. You do not need a diagnosis. McShane’s Mission welcomes and supports all attorneys.
McShane’s Mission can help attorneys find available resources through Lawyer Assistance Programs and other resources. Our relationships with medical providers are utilized on a case-by-case basis.
McShane’s Mission provides hope and support to attorneys, judges and law students experiencing mental health challenges. We support legal professionals who are struggling or in crisis by offering guidance and access to resources that help them navigate immediate challenges and support long-term healing and recovery.
No. McShane’s Mission is not a crisis center or treatment provider. The organization can direct visitors to appropriate resources.
McShane’s Mission raises money through donations, endowments and grants, and uses those funds to support its organization. Sales from John’s book directly benefit the community.
Choose a calm and private time to talk. Be honest about what you are experiencing and focus on how you are feeling rather than trying to explain everything at once.
You cannot force someone to accept help, but you can continue to show care and concern. Listen without judgment, encourage professional treatment and set healthy boundaries.
Signs may include changes in mood or behavior, difficulty concentrating, withdrawal, changes in sleep or work performance, increased substance use, or expressions of hopelessness.
You can get involved by volunteering your time or donating funds to McShane’s Mission to support mental health initiatives in the legal community.
McShane’s Mission welcomes individuals who are passionate about supporting mental health and well-being within the legal community. Our volunteers play a meaningful role by offering peer support, assisting with programs and events, and helping connect individuals to vital resources.
To learn more about volunteer opportunities or to express interest, please contact our Executive Director at David@McShanesMission.org. We would love the opportunity to connect with you.