Promoting Mental Health Through Community
HOW TO HELP
At Mind Forge, your support is crucial for our mission to improve mental health through the power of play. Whether you choose to donate, volunteer your time, or partner with us, your contribution directly helps us provide a safe space and the resources needed to help individuals build strong connections. You can also make a huge impact by simply spreading the word about our organization and sharing our mission with others. Together, we can make a lasting difference in our community.
Your Adventure Starts Here: No Diagnosis Required
At Mind Forge, we believe that seeking support shouldn't depend on a formal label or a doctor's referral. Our low-cost and free programs are designed for anyone, youth or adult who is struggling with a common life challenge, whether it’s anxiety about new social groups, frustration with complex tasks, difficulty managing emotions, or just needing a consistent, welcoming community. If you're looking for focused practice in skills like teamwork, sustained focus, or self-regulation, and you want to do it in a fun environment (like a D&D quest or a Minecraft build), you're exactly who we're here to help.
You may see a lot of clinical language on our website but our door is open to everyone. We harness the power of play to make therapy stick, and our Registered Psychotherapist oversees all programs to ensure high quality and safety. We're proud to remove the financial and social barriers of traditional care. Come as you are, and let us help you find your strength in a community that genuinely understands the challenges of stepping into a new, complex world.
WANT THIS IN YOUR TOWN?
Feel free to reach out to info@mindforgeplay.org
WHAT WE DO
At Mind Forge, we believe that human connection is one of the most powerful forces for mental wellness. We are a not-for-profit dedicated to building inclusive community spaces where people of all ages and backgrounds can come together, share experiences, and support one another.
For adults, our Common Room is a welcoming space to unwind and build genuine friendships through drop-in board game nights, tabletop roleplaying, parent playdates, and community outings like our farmers market crawls. For younger members, our structured youth programs use collaborative storytelling, digital play, and hands-on building activities, guided by trained facilitators who create space for creativity, confidence, and connection to grow.
Whether you're looking to meet new people, explore your creativity, or simply find your people, Mind Forge is a place where everyone belongs. No labels required.
Our Mission Statement
Mind Forge is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting mental health through community. We believe that connection is one of the most powerful forces for wellbeing, and that everyone deserves access to a space where they can truly belong. We bring people together through programs designed for all ages and all walks of life. No diagnosis, no referral, and no prior experience required.
For adults, our Common Room is a welcoming gathering space built around shared experience, whether that's a casual board game night, a tabletop adventure, a parent playdate, or a farmers market crawl. For children and youth, our trained facilitators lead structured programs using collaborative storytelling, Minecraft, LEGO®, and Dungeons & Dragons to build confidence, creativity, teamwork, and resilience. All programs are developed under the oversight of a Registered Psychotherapist, ensuring every experience is safe, intentional, and genuinely supportive.
At Mind Forge, we remove the financial and social barriers that keep people from getting support. Our programs are low-cost or free, because we believe that mental health belongs to everyone. Come as you are, and find your community here.