Can't believe we're bringing something brand new to the Brazos Valley--our first-ever Mental Health Poetry & Music Festival!
This will be a FREE, one-night event, showcasing original music and poetry from local voices, all centered on mental health stories--the moments, thoughts, and the emotions that shape who we are. Whether it's your own experience or what you've witnessed in others, this is a stage for real, raw, and powerful expression.
Got a story to tell? Hear Me Out is open to performers of all ages.
We are looking for original poetry and music that speaks to mental health--whether it's about resilience, grief, identity, healing, or hope. This is your chance to share your voice on stage, connect with the community, and be part of a powerful night of creativity and care.
For young performers: Share a song, rhyme, or poem about what helps you when you feel worried or sad, who supports you on hard days, or what brings you joy. Every voice matters--no matter how big or small.
Submission guidelines and performer entry details will be available on our Entry Form.
Want to support the arts and mental health in Bryan-College Station? Partner with us!
From sponsoring performers to providing refreshments or resources, local businesses play a key role in making Hear Me Out a free, accessible event for the whole community. Your support helps amplify local voices and shows our community that mental health matters.
Please email Jess Rios at jess@rootspsychotherapy.com if you're interested in showing your support.
The festival will be FREE to attend and FREE to participate!
Performers will receive an honorarium and have the opportunity to share their work on a supportive stage. You won't want to miss this night!
Help us spread the word by inviting performers, friends, and family to be part of this meaningful celebration. We can't wait to hear your stories--through music, poetry, and the power of expression.
If you have any questions, please email Jess Rios at jess@rootspsychotherapy.com
Music and poetry carry our grief and joy, weaving us together in ways conversation alone cannot.
