MIND Global Council.
MIND (Mental Health In Neuroimmune Disorders) Global Council
is an international alliance dedicated to advancing education, research, and clinical standards related to mental health care for individuals impacted by neuroimmune conditions — including PANS, PANDAS, and related disorders —through integrative, evidence-informed, compassionate, and social justice approaches.
5
TIME ZONES
50
YEARS OF COMBINED LIVED EXPERIENCE
3
CONTINENTS
1
SHARED MISSION
65
YEARS OF COMBINED CLINICAL EXPERIENCE WITH PANS/PANDAS
...improving psychotherapy for neuroimmune conditions.
A Historic First: Multidisciplinary PANS/PANDAS Training at the 2026 International OCD Foundation Conference
MIND Global Council is proud to share that co-founding member Angela Henry, LCSW, collaborated in presenting the first multidisciplinary pre-conference training of its kind on PANS/PANDAS at the International OCD Foundation's 2026 Annual OCD Conference in Seattle, Washington.
Together with Dr. Karan Lamb, Dr. Kiki Chang, Dr. Juliette Madan, Dr. Angela Tang, and Elise Petronzio, this team of world-renowned experts trained more than 60 individuals in recognizing and caring for PANS/PANDAS.
We are deeply grateful to the International OCD Foundation and the PANDAS Physicians Network for making this groundbreaking training possible, and to the Northwest PANS PANDAS Network (NWPPN) for their warm hospitality and for making us feel so welcome in Seattle.
This training reflects MIND Global Council's mission in action: advancing evidence-informed, collaborative mental health care for individuals and families navigating neuroimmune conditions — and we're just getting started.
Call to Action:
Our research needs YOUR voices.
We’re inviting caregivers, clinicians, and individuals with lived experience to take part in an important research survey led by the MIND Global Council. This brief, 20-minute survey is designed to help build the evidence base for psychotherapy guidelines in PANS, PANDAS and related neuroimmune conditions. Your voice will directly contribute to developing more informed, ethical, and effective approaches to care.
Help Shape Better Mental Health Care
for PANS/PANDAS.
Who can participate?
Participation in this study is voluntary and anonymous. If you choose to participate, you will be asked to complete an online survey about your child, their experiences with mental health professionals, and various treatment approaches throughout their care journey.
Parent Survey
This study is for parents of children of any age who have, or are suspected of having, PANS or PANDAS. If you have more than one child with these conditions, please take one survey for each child.
Mental Health Clinicians
If you have experience with one case of suspected PANS/PANDAS (past or current), you will be asked about treatment modalities you have used in your practice. If you are both a caregiver and a clinician, you are welcome to complete both surveys.
Adults with Lived Experience
This study is for any individual over eighteen who has lived experience of PANS or PANDAS.
Elevating the voices of individuals & families who have been in the trenches...
...and dedicated mental health clinicians with boots on the ground.
VISION.
Individuals with neuroimmune disorders will have access to timely, compassionate, and evidence-informed mental health care by practitioners who are specifically trained in neuroimmune disorders. MGH aims to empower clinicians & families, reduce stigma, and improve clinical outcomes globally.
To advance evidence-informed mental health care in collaboration with multidisciplinary professionals for individuals and families navigating complex neuroimmune disorders, including: PANS, PANDAS, autoimmune encephalitis, and other related systemic autoimmune or auto-inflammatory conditions.
MISSION.
CORE VALUES.
Collaboration
Fostering interdisciplinary connections and meaningful engagement with communities and stakeholders
Scientific Integrity
Grounded in adherence to ethical principles in clinical assessment, dissemination of emerging research, and professional practices
Innovation
Advancing clinical standards and guidelines for mental health in neuroimmune disorders
Education
Expanding access to evidence-informed care through scientific reviews, training and distribution for clinicians, caregivers, clients, community partners, and researchers
Professional and Client-focused Mental Healthcare
Promoting dignity, agency, and empowerment for mental health in neuroimmune disorders
Compassion
Responding to urgent needs with clarity, care, and a principled action
Accessibility
Promoting inclusive, equitable mental heath care for neuroimmune disorders worldwide
Advocacy
Elevating global awareness of the mental health impact of neuroimmune disorders and advancing access to timely, compassionate, and evidence-informed clinical standards and treatment
IOCDF Special Interest Group
The PANS, PANDAS, and Immune-Mediated OCD Special Interest Group (SIG) is dedicated to increasing awareness and clinical understanding of PANS, PANDAS, and immune-related OCD within the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) community. This SIG brings together clinicians, researchers, and individuals with lived experience to discuss emerging research, treatment considerations, and adaptations to evidence-based care such as CBT with ERP. The group aims to foster collaboration, improve care approaches, and reduce isolation for individuals and families affected by these conditions.
Meets the third Tuesday of every month at 7 PM EST
Disclaimer
MIND Global Council is an education and research organization. MGC
provides psychoeducation, professional education, research, and general
informational resources related to mental health in neuroimmune conditions. MGC
does not provide medical care, medical diagnosis, psychotherapy, mental health
counseling, clinical assessment, clinical case consultation, treatment recommendations, or other clinical services. Information provided by MGC is for educational and research purposes only and is not intended as medical, mental health, legal, or clinical advice. Individuals should consult appropriately licensed professionals regarding their own circumstances. MGC may share general information about external organizations, directories, or resources. These resources are provided for informational convenience only. MGC does not endorse, verify, warrant, or make any representation regarding the qualifications, fitness, availability, appropriateness, or suitability of any provider, organization, directory, referral, or resource.
