I have gone through numerous treatment programs. I have been in-patient, 24/7 care in a mental health hospital with treatment around the clock, daily groups, meal times, check-ins, medications and…
Managing Bipolar Disorder While Leading a Healthy Life
The “PLEASE” skill in Dialectic Behavioral Therapy is one that is near and dear to my heart. PLEASE is an acronym and it’s the emotion regulation pillar of DBT. The…
Validating My Invalidation on Mental Health
Validation is so important to have strong mental health. I believe that validation can generally be thought of as to come from a person, maybe a spouse, sibling, parent or…
Journey at Step Up For Mental Health in 2017
Our Journey at Step Up For Mental Health in 2017 was the year in which many changes happened at Step Up For Mental Health. We changed our name that was…
Caring Gift Ideas for the Caregiver on Your List
Caring for others is part of what makes the holidays so special. So it only makes sense at this special time of year to recognize those who care for society's…
The Aging Population: Support for Caregivers of Alzheimer’s Patients
In 1983, President Ronald Reagan designated November as National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness and National Family Caregivers Month. This is a great month to consider important questions about the progressive disease…
Important Stories on Mental Health
Our stories shape us, define us and inspire us! What better way than to share important personal stories from families in different communities regarding the impact of mental health. Step…
Mental Health Month: 5 Important Topics
May is Mental Health Awareness Month so I want to first talk to families all over the nation to reflect on what great things you have accomplished in 2016. If…