When Caregiving Becomes Overwhelming: Supporting Clients Without Adding to Their Load
November is National Family Caregivers Month, an opportunity for mental health professionals to recognize the demands of unpaid caregiving and
November is National Family Caregivers Month, an opportunity for mental health professionals to recognize the demands of unpaid caregiving and
When a client discloses using violence, threats, intimidation, or controlling behavior toward an intimate partner, the clinician faces a difficult
When a client describes intimidation, threats, or coercion by an intimate partner, a common reaction is: “Why don’t they leave?”
In the dynamic field of counseling, continuous professional development is essential. Continuing Education Units (CEs) play a crucial role in
For many years, substance use recovery was defined almost exclusively by abstinence. Success meant that a person stopped using substances
Asking a client whether they are thinking about suicide is an essential part of clinical practice—but it is only the
Suicide risk assessment is one of the most critical—and often most challenging—responsibilities mental health professionals face. A client may openly
In the world of therapy and private practice, setbacks are inevitable. Maybe a program launch didn’t go as planned.Maybe a
Mental health professionals spend their days helping others navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and crisis situations. We teach
The center applies trauma-informed frameworks that center safety, trust, and collaboration. Clinicians integrate physical, emotional, and social factors to tailor interventions to each client’s context. Staff training emphasizes recognizing triggers, cultural humility, and consent-driven care, with ongoing opportunities to refine approaches based on client feedback.
Every July, Minority Mental Health Awareness Month shines a light on the disparities that continue to affect access to quality
When to Close the Door: Ethical and Practical Indicators That Therapy Has Reached Its Natural End Table of Contents Why
Every July, we recognize Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the unique mental health
Mental health professionals are often the helpers everyone depends on. Yet many therapists, social workers, counselors, psychologists, and community-based clinicians
For far too long, men’s mental health has been overlooked, minimized, or hidden behind cultural expectations of toughness, emotional control,
November is National Family Caregivers Month, an opportunity for mental health professionals to recognize the demands of unpaid caregiving and consider how those responsibilities influence clinical care. Clients supporting aging
When a client discloses using violence, threats, intimidation, or controlling behavior toward an intimate partner, the clinician faces a difficult task. We must assess risk, protect safety, preserve appropriate therapeutic
When a client describes intimidation, threats, or coercion by an intimate partner, a common reaction is: “Why don’t they leave?” The question may come from genuine concern, but it assumes
In the dynamic field of counseling, continuous professional development is essential. Continuing Education Units (CEs) play a crucial role in this ongoing learning process. This article explores the world of
For many years, substance use recovery was defined almost exclusively by abstinence. Success meant that a person stopped using substances completely, while continued use or recurrence was frequently interpreted as