Stop Abuse Campaign

JANUARY 13, 2022

Although many people may still feel that there is a stigma attached to seeking mental health services, we all need help from time to time. It is essentially a helping relationship between a licensed mental health professional and a client. In this article, we’ll discuss how to choose the right therapist for you.

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My Brains Not Broken

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

The idea of a high-functioning version of mental health challenges is new to me, so I decided to do some research. As therapists, we talk about a lot of people even with diagnosed anxiety disorders as ‘high-functioning,’ and many of them are,” says Lynne Siqueland, Ph.D. How hard did we push our body, our mind, our health?

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Society of Clinical Psychology

MAY 24, 2022

It may come as no surprise to patients and therapists to hear that the therapist matters when it comes to the quality of psychotherapy. Findings from psychotherapy outcome research have “caught up” to anecdote and patient and therapist intuition. What Do We Think We Know about Therapist Differences? 2011; 2016).

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Stop Abuse Campaign

JANUARY 19, 2022

← How to Choose a Therapist: Tips and Fits. In fact, choosing a therapist and the type of therapy you specifically need may seem like a chore. There are several types of mental health providers and therapies. Types of Therapists and Counselors. Mental health counselors and social workers.

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The How to Social Worker

DECEMBER 8, 2019

50 Amazing Journal Prompts for Mental Health from Therapists. Benefits of Mental Health Journaling Journaling is a severely underrated activity. Using journal prompts for mental health can […]. 50 Amazing Journal Prompts for Mental Health from Therapists. Ben Barrett.

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MQ Mental Health

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Ahead of Time To Talk Day (1st February 2024), we take a look at how language and mental health are linked. Language around mental health is, let’s face it, clunky at best. It may seem an impossible task at times, particularly with words regarding mental health. Words can be hugely powerful.

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University of Connecticut

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

By: Loan N guyen Lack of Self-Awareness AI can assist people to become more aware of mental health needs and seek professional help Apps used to track exercise, food intake, etc. can also be used to track behavioral patterns and send message to userabout concerns, changes in behavior, etc.

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MQ Mental Health

JANUARY 26, 2024

Ahead of Time To Talk Day (1st February 2024), we take a look at how language and mental health are linked. Language around mental health is, let’s face it, clunky at best. It may seem an impossible task at times, particularly with words regarding mental health. Words can be hugely powerful.

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Beyond Advocacy

MAY 2, 2023

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Fittingly, addressing the mental health needs of children and youth in the United States has become an issue of bipartisan concern. A panel of experts on alternative mental health treatment provided testimony on the effectiveness of treatments other than talk therapy.

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Prosper Health Collective

MARCH 27, 2023

The role of an occupational therapist (OT) is to support people, families and communities to reach their health and well-being goals by working on the areas of their life that are most important to them. Occupational therapists advocate for people to embrace who they are without the need to change what makes them uniquely themselves.

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Relias

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

They are also exposed to high levels of stress, trauma, and burnout, which can take a toll on their mental health. In this article, we’ll look at what causes elevated levels of nurse depression and anxiety, how nurses can help themselves and each other, and how healthcare leaders can support their nurses’ mental health.

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My Brains Not Broken

OCTOBER 5, 2021

A few months ago, a big part of my mental health routine was thrown off pretty heavily when I had to abruptly stop seeing my therapist. But in the past few months, I’ve been able to connect with a new therapist and start working toward goals of mental wellness and healthiness. How about you?

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Social Work Bubble

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

This blog post will serve as a catch-all for great resources for BIPOC and AAPI individuals seeking mental health care and support. BIPOC/AAPI Mental Health Resources. Mental Health Resources For Black, Indigenous, And People Of Color. We Are Not OK: Mental Health Resources for BIPOC Communities.

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MQ Mental Health

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Amidst the wishes of peace and good will there are many challenges to our mental health. It’s not uncommon for mental illnesses to be exacerbated at this time of year. If you struggle with your mental health at this time of year, you are not alone and help is available. Where to turn for help? How to help yourself?

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MQ Mental Health

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

No matter your religious beliefs or traditions, all holidays hold some similarities in the joys to be had and the difficulties we may face in many areas, particularly when it comes to mental health. There are many reasons why the holiday season might be harder than others when managing mental wellness and well-being.

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MQ Mental Health

MAY 11, 2023

However you feel about the British monarchy in general, it’s sometimes useful to note public figures who have been open about their own mental health conditions or been openly supportive of mental health campaigns. She sees mental health as important as physical health: "If I need it, I'll make an appointment.

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MQ Mental Health

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Although numbers of inpatients for mental illness go down in December and numbers of emergency calls related to mental health distress also decrease, the trend reverses starkly come January. Read more about the best things to say to someone with mental health conditions here. Saying things like “I’m so sorry.

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Society of Clinical Psychology

MARCH 7, 2020

By the time she presented to the specialty clinic, she had seen a number of therapists and had little hope for improvement, stating that “nothing worked before.” Although evidence-based interventions exist for a wide variety of mental health disorders, they are rarely used in routine clinical practice.

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Society of Clinical Psychology

OCTOBER 1, 2021

4) Therapist characteristics: Therapists vary greatly in their dropout rates (1-73%), suggesting that not all therapists are equally capable of creating a bond with patients and motivating them to complete treatment (Saxon et al., Capturing therapist-patient interactions. 2006; Zimmermann et al., 2017; Sharf et al.,

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Social Work Bubble

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

This blog post will serve as a catch-all for great resources for BIPOC and AAPI individuals seeking mental health care and support.

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Society of Clinical Psychology

DECEMBER 9, 2023

The benefits of cultivating compassion have been described for thousands of years and, over the last two decades, an increasing number of therapeutic approaches have been promoting its use in addressing mental health difficulties. This approach proves particularly helpful in addressing issues like self-criticism and shame.

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Relias

JUNE 22, 2023

Whether this comes in the form of bullying, abuse, loss of loved ones, childhood trauma negatively affects children’s mental health and creates lifelong mental and physical health conditions. The benefits of CBT for kids and teenagers For kids and teens struggling with their mental health, CBT offers many benefits.

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Social Work Haven

APRIL 17, 2023

Do you use Instagram or other social media platforms to create awareness on mental health or self-love? As a mental health blogger, I have realised that using hashtags can encourage social media users to explore content that catches their eye. It is also highly useful when people are trying to find relevant information.

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Community Care

MARCH 27, 2024

A government-backed leadership training scheme has been launched for principal social workers (PSW), approved mental health professional (AMHP) leads and principal occupational therapists (POT) in adults’ services in English councils.

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My Brains Not Broken

MARCH 29, 2022

But, as someone who has seen a number of therapists over the past decade, it can also be extremely frustrating to try and find that space, or create it for yourself. Simply put, therapy is not just for people who experience mental health challenges or experience mental illness.

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KVC

JUNE 13, 2023

If you have such a story, sharing it with others or with a mental health professional can help you feel freer and lighter, encourage others, and can even change the world by sparking hope. Storytelling’s power is why, each year, KVC Health Systems holds a Story Contest. We received many entries to our 2022 Story Contest.

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Community Care

JULY 20, 2023

The British Association of Social Workers (BASW) England criticised the omission in the context of social workers being “a crucial component of the healthcare system”, a stance then backed by Think Ahead, the fast-track training provider for mental health practitioners.

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Society of Clinical Psychology

APRIL 26, 2023

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the George Floyd Uprising, and the Stop Asian Hate movement, ethnically and racially marginalized individuals in the United States need access to quality mental health care now more than ever. Department of Health and Human Services, 2019).

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Parenthood Understood

JULY 2, 2021

Finding and Choosing a Therapist for Yourself or your Child: Way More than You Ever Wanted to Know. Finding a good therapist who is a match for you and your particular needs can be frustratingly difficult. I often help people find therapists, and have found that most have similar questions about the process.

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Community Care

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Social Work England has finalised training standards for approved mental health professionals (AMHPs) and the new role of approved mental capacity professional (AMCP) following consultation.

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Social Work Bubble

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Being a therapist and social worker can make for chaotic days and constantly changing schedules. Here is the breakdown of my daily schedule (generally speaking) and what my days look like as a therapist in New York City. As a fee-for-service therapist, my schedule is ultimately up to me. Video call my partner.

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Abuse Survivor

MARCH 22, 2022

I am unable to sit in person with a trauma therapist just yet. After many therapists and few successful treatments, I am left feeling betrayed, lied to, and abandoned. Whatever I plan must be adapted constantly and it gets muddy and confusing after awhile having to switch up the path so much.

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Gary Direnfeld

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

She said that previous therapists had said her background was the most extreme they have ever heard. Hearing that, my concern was that she worried about overwhelming the therapists. Sometimes therapists do get overwhelmed by the stories told to us by the folks we serve. I don’t know. They may have been. Vicarious trauma.

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My Brains Not Broken

MAY 16, 2023

Wouldn’t it be nice if mental health was simple? One of the aspects of mental illness I dislike the most is how persistent it is. We can try our best to look after mental health, but it’s not only up to us. But mental health is more than doing self-care when we need it. Deal with it.

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Gary Direnfeld

JANUARY 23, 2023

This is where the therapist must make a decision. It doesn’t mean the therapist is comfortable with the possible degree of risk. If the one who has been violent and/or controlling refuses to attend or afterwards refuses to allow communication between their partner and therapist to review progress, those are red flags.

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KVC

MAY 24, 2022

KVC Health Systems is a family of nonprofit organizations working to strengthen families, prevent child abuse and neglect, and help both children and adults achieve mental health wellness. Storytelling’s power is why, each year, KVC Health Systems holds a Story Contest.

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Abuse Survivor

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Working when you are struggling with mental health can be very difficult but here are some tips to help. Get support – There are tons of groups online now for mental health or even by industry. Other means of support can include getting a therapist. Think of them as suggestions.

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