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Fantastic overview of GMU Center for Community Mental Health (formerly GMU Center for Psychological Services) on Good Morning Washington: https://lnkd.in/eGcdvpXu Check it out (about a 6-minute clip) to learn more about ways to get help AND ways to help support the Center's mission (https://lnkd.in/eCWaM9CW) - any little (or big) amount helps provide more services for those in need!

Did you know that Feb. 6 was 'Time to Talk' Day? It is a day to create awareness around mental health and take steps to end stigma. Check out our latest newsletter for more... #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #mentalhealthtools #counseling #counselingservices #onlinetherapy #telehealth #therapyinpa #counselinginpa #timetotalkday #endstigma #talkitout #talktherapy #stress #anxiety #depression #ptsd #trauma

When is it the right time to get help with mental health? Anytime is a good time to ask for support for you or your child. Here's one perspective from Fiona Hannah (TMH's Clinical Director) thinking about this question. #mentalhealth #therapy #support #children #teenage #adult #adolescent #GetHelp https://lnkd.in/gqaB7Qk6

Trigger warning: 3,249 people completed #suicide in Australia in 2022. #Lifeline is running a challenge to complete as many push-ups from 5 to 28 June - you can register here to participate: https://lnkd.in/ghaW5sak All in all, this helped raise over 5 million in 2023 for #suicideprevention, so join in to help reduce this horrible toll of neglected mental health and suffering. No one should take their life. #suicideawareness #challenge

If you are an attorney (or anyone) struggling with your mental wellbeing, check out some of the resources in this post 💚

Today, on World Teen Mental Health Day, let's reflect on supporting our youth's well-being. Teenage years are full of growth and challenges. Let's create a supportive environment where teens feel safe to seek help when needed. Through open conversations and resources, let's empower teens to prioritize self-care and access support. Together, we can break the stigma surrounding mental health. Learn more about SJP here: https://lnkd.in/g39YYqG8 #WorldTeenMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthAwareness #YouthEmpowerment

3/4 of all mental health problems emerge by the age of 24 🧠 With the right early action, we can stop problems from escalating and ensure all young people have the tools they need to stay afloat and ride the waves into adulthood. That's why we're calling on political parties to commit to changes that see young people in all local communities able to access advice and counselling services 🚪 Read more at https://lnkd.in/eXfSaQgx #YAKeypolicyasks

Bell Let's Talk Launches "Let's Create Real Change" Campaign on January 24 for National Mental Health Day Bell Let's Talk is gearing up for its annual event on January 24, rallying Canadians to participate in the new campaign, "Let's Create Real Change." Bell Let's Talk Day, has grown to become the largest global conversation about mental health. Nevertheless, even with these monumental efforts, the reality persists that many individuals grappling with mental health challenges are not receiving the crucial support they require, contributing to elevated suicide rates. This year's campaign, "Let's Create Real Change," aims to empower Canadians to move beyond conversation to tangible action. Bell Let's Talk emphasizes that addressing mental health requires a collective effort, encouraging collaboration across all sectors of society. The initiative encourages everyone to show support on social media using the hashtags #BellLetsTalk and #January24. If you or someone you know needs help, visit www.lcmh.ca. Bell Let's Talk invites all Canadians to join the conversation on January 24, fostering a united front for mental health advocacy and contributing to the collective effort to "Let's Create Real Change."

When I was running a Family Therapy workshop yesterday this quote really caught the attention of the helping professionals in the room. What does “It’s only a problem, if it’s a problem” mean? To me, in means that counselling and mental health professionals are trained to understand what can create challenges in families. However, this is just a guideline. Every family is unique. What doesn’t work for most families, might actually be ok in others. What’s important is that we as professionals do not impose our own biases on to families about what family life “should” look like. So if you’re a helping professional who works with families, the next time you are doing an assessment and formulation, ask yourself….is this truly a problem for the family, or is it my assumption that it is a problem. Food for thought.

Join me and Mindspring Mental Health Alliance on 7/3: People are susceptible to strain from a number of sources including work and school obligations, illness, finances, interpersonal conflict, and more. Learn strategies to create and maintain a low-stress environment, identify & respond to ‘red flags’, and communicate in times of crisis. https://lnkd.in/eFx5hmp5