How to Deal With Family Around the Holidays

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Dealing With Family During the Holidays

Every year around the holidays, we see an influx of referrals and inquiries from people who struggle to deal with their families.  Whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, or another reason for gathering, the holidays bring people together—and not always for the better.  For some families, the holidays are one of the few times members see each other throughout the year, and … Read More

September Is Suicide Prevention Month: What Is Suicidal Ideation?

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September Is Suicide Prevention Month

Suicide is serious. If you’re at risk of hurting yourself or attempting suicide, call 911 or the suicide lifeline at 988.  September is Suicide Prevention Month—a time to acknowledge the members of our family, friends, and community who struggle with mental health and suicidal ideation. While the entire month is dedicated to suicide prevention, September 10 is World Suicide Prevention … Read More

Teen Therapy: What You Should Know

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Teen Therapy

Teen therapy is a critical service for young people all over the country. Although the teenage years are filled with new opportunities and budding freedom, they’re also a time of new anxieties, stress, and emotional and mental development both in and outside of the classroom.  For many, that means it’s a challenging period.  In fact, the World Health Organization estimates … Read More