Hope Booth brings innovative mental health resources to downtown Oklahoma City

(Oklahoma City) – A new, innovative mental health resource is coming to downtown Oklahoma City. Community members are invited to attend the ribbon cutting for the city’s first Hope Booth on Friday, April 17, at 11 a.m. in the Underground, Yellow Hall (nearest entrance is located at the northeast corner of Broadway & Robert S. Kerr Ave). 

Mental health challenges affect one in five adults in the United States, and access to immediate, approachable support can make a meaningful difference. The Hope Booth is designed to meet people where they are by offering a moment of calm, connection, and guidance in the midst of daily life. 

The Hope Booth is a reimagined telephone booth that provides short, interactive, and immersive experiences in both English and Spanish. Users can engage in guided breathing exercises, receive words of encouragement, and connect with local mental health and community resources within a five-mile radius. These resources may include therapy providers, shelters, food assistance, financial services, and more. The booth uses directional sound technology to create a private, immersive experience without the need for headphones. 

The installation is made possible through the support of Simple Modern, which provided funding to bring the first Hope Booth to Oklahoma City as part of its commitment to giving back 10 percent of its profits to impactful initiatives. 

“The Hope Booth makes mental health resources more visible and accessible in everyday places,” said Mike Beckham, founder and CEO of Simple Modern. “We’re proud to partner with an organization working to make support easier so people can connect with free or low-cost local resources. We’re thankful to play even a small part in creating moments of encouragement and connection that can make a real difference for someone who may be struggling.”    

Downtown OKC Partnership sees the Hope Booth as a natural addition to one of downtown’s most unique public spaces. “The Underground is already a place where downtown employees and visitors come to walk, recharge, and take a break from the day,” said Kristen Vails, Director of Place Management. “With its distinctive lighting and expansive pathways, it offers a calming, immersive environment. The Hope Booth complements that experience by providing an accessible tool to support mental health in a meaningful way.” 

Located in Yellow Hall, the Hope Booth will be available to the public during the Underground’s operating hours, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., offering a free and accessible resource for anyone who may need a moment of support.  

Media and community members are encouraged to attend the ribbon cutting to experience the Hope Booth firsthand and learn more about its impact. To RSVP, please visit the Eventbrite here.

For more information, visit HopeBooth.org. 

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