Funding brings SIMS to 30% of “Restore the Rhythm” campaign goal; SIMS is now calling on local community to donate and help them continue to provide services to Austin’s music community
Part 3 — Building a Sustainable Career: Mental Health as a Long-Term Investment For too long, the music industry ran on an unspoken rule: work until you can’t anymore. Tour until you collapse. Say yes to every opportunity. Work for free. Push through mental health struggles in silence. But today, more people – musicians, managers, […]
Part 2 Beyond the Party: Redefining Recovery in Music For a long time, the culture of the music industry celebrated the idea that heavy drinking, drug use, and constant partying were part of the job, even a badge of honor. Today, that’s changing. Slowly but surely, a healthier conversation around recovery is reshaping what it […]
Part 1: The Hidden Struggles of Success: How Viral Fame and AI Are Changing the Mental Health Landscape By Brandee Smith, Director of Clinical Services It’s easy to believe success fixes everything. From the outside, today’s music industry looks like it’s thriving again: millions of streams, packed tours, fast-trending content. But underneath the highlights, the […]
The SIMS Foundation proudly announces its 30th Anniversary Celebration, marking three decades of providing vital mental health and substance use recovery services to Austin’s music industry professionals and their families. The celebration will take place on Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 3 to 9 PM at Empire Control Room & Garage. Over the past 30 […]
Austin, TX (February 27, 2025) – As South by Southwest® (SXSW®) brings thousands of artists, industry professionals, and music lovers to Austin, the SIMS Foundation is ensuring mental health and recovery support are accessible during one of the city’s most high-energy events. This year, SIMS Foundation is offering direct resources in two key ways: Onsite […]
Funding brings SIMS to 30% of “Restore the Rhythm” campaign goal; SIMS is now calling on local community to donate and help them continue to provide services to Austin’s music community
As we announced in October, SIMS Foundation is currently implementing some changes to our service model to help us improve how we connect our clients to care. As we work to implement these changes, we want to share with you some details about the process and provide some insights regarding the need for this transition. […]
The open enrollment period for health insurance has started and runs from November 1, 2024, through January 15, 2024. The Open Enrollment Period for 2025 ends on January 15th, but you must enroll by December 15th for coverage to start 1/1/25.This is an important opportunity to explore coverage options for the upcoming year. We’re happy […]
The holiday season can be especially tricky for those in the music industry. The mix of work demands, social obligations, and family expectations often make it a challenging time. Here are some practical tips to help you navigate the season with balance and well-being. Balance Work and Rest The holidays can be a busy season […]
Dear SIMS Foundation Community, Last week, we sent a letter to our clients and therapeutic providers to notify them about our need to institute a 90-day pause on service provision while we enter a Strategic Planning process to restructure our service delivery model. (Please note that this pause will not impact a client’s ability to […]
Provider Spotlight: Denisa Washington Q. Can you share a bit about your background and what inspired you to become a counselor? A. I was born and raised in Greenville, MS. From a young age, I developed a keen interest in observing human behavior, influenced by the complexities of family dynamics in my upbringing. This […]
Provider Spotlight: Eboni Hamilton Q. Can you share a bit about your background and what inspired you to become a counselor? A. My path to counseling is somewhat practical. I’ve always been empathetic, sensitive, and an attentive listener (and talker). Growing up, my friends always came to me for advice and I often found […]
DISCLAIMER: This blog post describes an intense medical procedure in graphic detail. My name is Kate Howard. I am a musician. I am 57 years old. On May 14th, I will release my debut CD, “The Best Medicine”. My age is not the only thing that distinguishes me from my peers in the music industry. […]