Navigating Grief Through the Holiday Season

December 9, 2024by Harlee Stocker

Around the world, from October to February, millions of people celebrate important cultural holidays. For many of us, imagery such as twinkling lights, gatherings with family and friends, cultural food, and heartwarming traditions come to mind. However, for those struggling with grief, this time of year can feel particularly heavy. When dealing with grief, something like an empty chair, a missing holiday dish, or silence where laughter used to ring out can bring about a wave of emotions that can feel overwhelming.

Child Development Parenting & Families Skills

Connect Redirect Approach to Discipline

August 20, 2024by Samantha Reed

What is the goal of discipline? Most people associate the term "discipline" with punishment or consequences. However, it derives from the Latin word disciplina, which means to teach or to learn. Overall, the primary goal of discipline is to teach our children, not to punish them. So, how can we approach discipline with our children in a way that effectively teaches them how to build long-term skills that will lead them to make good choices? Let's discuss the connect first, redirect next approach to discipline.

Awareness & Advocacy Counseling Individual Skills

Medals & Mental Health: The Journey Beyond the Podium

August 3, 2024by Kaitlyn Sampson

The Summer 2024 Olympics is underway! While we are excited to be watching our favorite athletes wear their country's colors, it's crucial to recognize the mental health aspect of these games. Mental health, a topic gaining global attention, is now making waves in the sports world. This shift is largely due to the courage of many athletes who bravely shared their mental health struggles and took action to address and spread awareness about their struggles.

Miscellaneous Self-Care Skills

Self-Care Practice From a Holistic Perspective

July 24, 2024by Lauren Wood

International Self-Care Day is celebrated on July 24th, an occasion that promotes self-care as a component of healthy daily living. More recently, I’ve observed how self-care is often confused with “little treat culture.” I like to encourage clients to think of self-care as a holistic means of wellness, something more robust than purchasing their favorite iced coffee.

Anxiety & Stress Individual Skills

How Failure Helps Us Grow

July 3, 2024by Tiffany Ash

When was the last time you experienced a win? Maybe you hit all the green lights on your way to work. Or you finally got that promotion you had been working so hard for. How deeply did you feel these experiences? Furthermore, what did you learn? ...Now, when was the last time you failed?

Awareness & Advocacy Skills Trauma

I’m Angry, but Why?

June 15, 2024by Jeffrey Soulliere

This month is Men's Mental Health Awareness Month and PTSD Awareness Month, and I'm grateful because it allows me to bring attention to how PTSD and trauma affect men's mental health. A large number of men suffer from the impacts of trauma, and there are many ways that men may be hiding their suffering.

Individual Miscellaneous Skills Stress

Taking Care of Yourself: A Guide for First Responders

May 18, 2024by Cassidi Dye

Being a first responder is tough. As a mental health professional specialized in working with first responders, I have heard the challenges that come with the job of being a first responder. You're always focused on helping others, but it's just as important to take care of yourself.

Anxiety Depression Miscellaneous Skills Stress

Engaging in Intentional Self-Care

April 30, 2024by Ashley Cross

We’ve all been there. We get home for the evening and start debating whether we should relax and unwind or catch up on some chores. It’s an internal battle everyone faces, which can lead to negative thinking, feelings of shame, and overwhelm. However, engaging in intentional self-care and purposely setting aside time for yourself is vital to not only to your mental health but your overall health and wellness.

Anxiety & Stress Depression Miscellaneous Skills

Improve Your Mental Health on Earth Day

April 22, 2024by Lindsay Diederich

Today, we celebrate Earth Day! This annual event, observed on April 22, is a global initiative dedicated to appreciating the beauty of nature and advocating for the health of our planet. Interestingly, caring for the environment is not just about the earth; it’s also about caring for our mental health. The connection between our environment and our mental well-being is profound.

Awareness & Advocacy Miscellaneous Skills

Happy Sleep Day!

March 15, 2024by Nicolette Rogers

Sleep day is on March 15th and serves as a reminder that sleep is an important part of health and overall well-being. We do a lot of promoting mental health but often overlook the importance of basic health habits and how they can impact our moods or functioning. I would guess that many of you reading this have struggled with falling asleep, staying asleep, or just not feeling rested. Sleep is a basic need, much like eating, drinking, and breathing. However, 1 in 3 adults report not getting adequate rest or sleep. When this occurs, we start to see a decline in productivity and an increase in health-related issues and illness.

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