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Mental Talk – Peer Support Group: Mental Health and Our Fur Babies

Join us to talk about the importance of our mental health and the role our fur babies play in it – whether it is your Emotional Support Animal, Therapy dog,…

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5 Of The Best Ways Black Women Can Protect Their Mental Health

February 16, 2021Brandi Walker

During February, we celebrate Black History Month. Like every American, African-Americans do undergo mental health issues as well. However, one group of people who go through a lot are Black…

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Why Did The Mental Health System Fail Me?

February 9, 2021Mary Mathieu

The Big Question  Why did the mental health system fail me? Failing Mental Health For most of my life, I have been wondering what is wrong with me. After years…

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Declutter for Your Mental Health

February 2, 2021Sofia Kospanos

Decluttering is a frequent topic of conversation at the beginning of the year. We want to clear out the old, the broken and the worn-out in our homes. A decluttered…

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Mental Talk – Peer Support Group: Online Learning and Mental Health

In this peer support group, we will discuss the effects that these months of online learning have had on our mental health. Let's talk about how things have changed, what…

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Practicing Self-Compassion: Being a Friend to My Own Mental Health

January 6, 2021Katie Martinez

Practicing self-compassion can create positive impacts on our mental health and in our relationships with others. I think of self-compassion as a way of acting like a friend to myself.…

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Mental Talk – Peer Support Group: Online Learning Effects on Mental Health

Because of the COVID19 pandemic we have entered a time of online learning, kids are interacting with their teachers and classmates through computers, parents are holding online meetings from home.…

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Online Class: Family Strategies to Support E-Learning

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many students and families are participating in e-learning to continue learning safely. This can cause additional stress for parents and children during an unprecedented time. This…

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How to Overcome Seasonal Affective Disorder This Winter

November 17, 2020Sofia Kospanos

Just as you prepare your home, your car, and your closet for the winter season, it's a good time to evaluate your mental health and make a plan for the…

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Mental Talk – Peer Support Group: Mental Health in Times of COVID-19

The COVID-19 crisis has brought up a lot of tension around the world, it has impacted our work, home, family, and friends. Join us in a discussion on how has…

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