

MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS. You are worth it.
Mental health affects every aspect of a person’s life - From how one sees work, school and family - to one’s sense of belonging, feelings of worthiness, ability to earn money, ability to learn, have healthy relationships and how one experiences life. If you are struggling with feeling worthy, have lost your joy, or sense of belonging, please seek professional help. There’s a list of resources on this page below. Also, check out our YogiPunk Blog for our latest findings in our quest for mental, physical and spiritual healing. You are not alone. Life can be hard, scary and overwhelming. The journey is full of unexpected turns. We are here to support you on your journey. We are all on this path together.
In loving memory of Nate McQueen Uchida,AKA Nathan Scott Casses—the original YogiPunk.
Nate's Story
Nate McQueen Uchida, aka Nathan Scott Casses
November 8, 1980-June 10, 2021
Nate was a husband, father, step-dad, friend and storyteller. He was a yogi, a seeker of truth, healing and peace on earth. He was loyal, loving and had a rare and remarkable gift - the ability to make others feel special, seen and important.
Nate was rebel at heart. He resisted anything conventional and constantly questioned the status quo. He was an artist, a filmmaker and ultra-athlete. He pushed his body to the limit, always curious to see what it could do and wanting more.
He was a sexual abuse victim and incest survivor. He hid the trauma of his childhood and the shame he carried into adulthood for decades. He studied “normal” behavior and tried to blend in, even though he often felt uncomfortable being in his own skin, as if his body didn’t fit him well. His internal pain was so intense that he sought extreme physical sensations to overpower the internal. He suffered from a disease of the mind and soul - and eventually lost everything - his joy, happiness, and eventually his life, to mental illness.
Nate was a spiritual seeker. He practiced transcendental meditation, Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, pranayama, biofeedback, neuro-feedback, HeartMath, exercise science and so much more. He sought physical, mental and spiritual healing in all modalities.
He was the original YogiPunk and his quest for peace on earth continues through the YogiPunk Blog.




Mental Health Resources
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention https://afsp.org/
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
World Health Organization https://www.who.int/
Al-Anon https://al-anon.org/
Narcotics Anonymous https://www.na.org/
The Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741, a trained counselor will respond
The National Suicide Prevention Hotline:
800-273-8255
Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860
The Trevor Project: 866-488-7386
The National Runaway Safeline:
800-786-2929
Alcoholics Anonymous https://www.aa.org/
Psychology Today - Find a Therapist https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists211.org.
Call 211 for mental health emergencies https://www.211.org/get-help/mental-health
Tender Hearts (Online grief support group with David Kessler) https://www.davidkesslertraining.com/tenderhearts.com
U.S. National Domestic Violence Hotline: (English & Spanish) 800-RUNAWAY, 800-799-7233
Pro Bono Counseling WARMLINE: 443-608-9182
Maternal Mental Health Hotline: 833-943-5746
Baltimore City Crisis Hotline: 410-433-5175
Baltimore County Crisis Hotline: 410-931-2214
In-Patient and Out-Patient Programs for Mental Health & Addiction for adults & teens
Sheppard Pratt Psychiatric Hospital: 410-938-9000
The Recovery Village, Cherry Hill, South Jersey Recovery: 866-411-1605
Boca Recovery Center, 800-516-4357
How Yoga helps those recovering from addiction


Our Mission
We are committed to:
* Removing the stigma of mental illness
* Providing resources for people and families affected by mental illness and addiction
* Doing research on the connection between mental well-being and physical exercise/movement
* Promoting mental wellness through free and low-cost avenues
* Providing mental health education, videos, books, and other resources to families and individuals affected by mental health and addiction
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