Lena Canu, MA, LLC The end of the year has gained its notorious title as “the most wonderful time of the year” as we find ourselves being surrounded by colorful lights, seasonal activities, and our loved ones. Though this time each year fills numerous people…
By Michelle Harris, LMSW, CAADC Teenage substance use has been escalating over recent decades but with the influx of stronger drugs, the effects of these substances have gotten more dangerous and deadly. Chief among these substances are opioids, specifically fentanyl. Fentanyl was a contributing factor…
By Audra Balcarcel MA, LLC We all experience highs and lows throughout our life regarding how we feel about ourselves. Some days we may feel confident, while other days we may feel insecure. Some days we might feel somewhere in between. Self-esteem is how we…
By Kathleen McMahon MA, LPC June marks Pride month – a celebration of LGTBQ+ rights, voices, and stories. During this Pride month, I want to celebrate and discuss the extraordinary power of community and the much needed experience of being seen and received with open…
By Michelle Harris, LMSW, CAADC How often do you think about what your rights are as an individual person in your life? We all know about the basic Bill of Rights that make the basis of a lot of the laws in America. But…
Author: Linnea Sieh “Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more, so that we may fear less.”- Marie Curie Happy October! Fall brings many joys- crunchy leaves, warm fires, hot cocoa, warm spiced apple…