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The “Other Side” of Mental Wellness

August 9, 2022
Orange and Pink Balloons With Happy Faces | Counseling Services

Mental wellness is often associated with eliminating something we don’t want… like a disorder. But just as physical health is much more than simply not being sick, mental health is much…

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Coping: resources to help make it through

June 28, 2022
A Pink Neon sign That Reminds People to Breathe | Counseling Services

Angry outbursts, anxiety, depression, mood swings, substance abuse, stress, or conflict with family, friends, or coworkers happen to everyone. We all strive to keep these experiences few and far between.…

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The Art of Accompaniment: Becoming a Mental Health Ally

May 18, 2022
Helping Hand | Catholic Charities Counseling Services

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. It’s observed every year and remains a time where those who suffer from mental illness can be reminded of the support available to them and feel a little less alone in their struggles.

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Harnessing the Power of Stress

April 12, 2022
Sitting on Rocks | Catholic Charities Counseling Services

Stress is unavoidable. The demands of our work and personal lives pull us in all different directions. At some point, just maintaining a to-do list becomes a to-do of its own. When left unchecked, stress can eventually lead to the all-too-familiar feelings of overwhelm, burnout, and defeat.

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Lighten the Burdens: Supporting Someone Who is Hurting

March 3, 2022

March is Self-Harm Awareness Month | Please read with caution, details below image. Trigger warning: This article is intended for educational purposes and discusses topics that could be triggering to…

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What to do when your mood is as gloomy as the winter sky

January 27, 2022

It is common to experience a mood shift during the colder and darker months of Fall and Winter, while symptoms can vary from person to person, mindful attention and care can counteract the “gloomies”.

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