Mental Health Matters Resources
Each of us experience a different mental health journey. Mental Health Matters explores topics we might face including resources we can use to support our mental health as well as those around us.
Helping Your Child Navigate Change – Advice for Back to School Anxiety From Our School-Based Clinicians
Remember how you felt when you started that new job? When did you move to a new city for the first time? No matter how big the change, it can be a challenge for many of us.
We sat down with our School-Based Clinicians to learn how parents c…
Why Pride Matters: A Protest for Equality, Diversity, and Authenticity
At Jefferson Center, we value the diverse voices of our staff members and believe in providing a platform for their perspectives. In this blog post, we have the privilege of hearing from Tabbey, a valued member of our team and a passionate advocate…
Empowering LGBTQ+ Youth: Building Safe Spaces for Growth and Acceptance
Happy Pride Month! June is a timely month to celebrate and shine a light on the LGBTQ+ community, especially the incredible youth who face unique challenges. However, it is important to note that these challenges are faced year-round, and we should…
Youth and Transitions: How to Help Children and Adolescents Navigate Change
“Change is hard at first, messy in the middle, and gorgeous at the end.”
Robin Sharma
Between the pandemic, teacher turnover, school closures, and the developmental and biological changes that youth face, youth have experienced A LOT of change…
Improving Mental Health Care for Older Adults: A Personalized Approach
Did you know that older adults over the age of 65 represent a significant portion of our population, accounting for 17.4% in Jefferson County and 16.9% nationwide? And that number is projected to double by 2060! Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic…
Understanding Veterans’ Mental Health: Going Beyond Stereotypes
When discussing mental health in the veteran population, the focus is often centered around suicide prevention, given the alarming rates within this community. However, it is crucial to recognize that veteran mental health encompasses more than jus…
Celebrate Earth Day with Mindfulness: Tips for Honoring the Planet and Your Mental Health
What is Earth Day? Imagine this…before 1970 a factory could spew out black clouds of toxic smoke into the air or dump tons of toxic waste into a nearby streams. And guess what? It actually was not illegal. Back then there was no Environmental…
Stessed Out? Learn How to Cope Without Alcohol
Stress and alcohol are often intertwined in a vicious cycle. Many people turn to alcohol as a way of coping with stress, but in the long run, this can be detrimental to mental health and overall well-being. In recognition of Stress Awareness Month…
Empowering Women’s Mental Health
March is National Women’s History Month—a time to celebrate stories of the past that paved the way for women today, celebrate the contributions women continue to make, and envision a future where people are treated equally, no matter how they ident…
Beyond Appearances: The Truth About Invisible Disabilities
Think about a moment you or someone you know were circling a parking lot, trying to find a spot. Perhaps one of the spots near the front reserved for those with disabilities is still open, though you don’t park there, of course, because you are a g…
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