December Reflection: Looking Back with Compassion

As we wind down the year, we’re met with reminders that encourage us to look back. From Spotify’s Wrapped giving us a “year in music” to notifications from fitness or productivity apps, December offers us a sort of ‘digital highlight reel”. In a way, it’s a time of reflection, giving us insight into who we…

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Navigating Tough Conversations During the Holidays

The holiday season often brings families and friends together, creating opportunities for connection and joyful celebrations. However, these gatherings can also surface sensitive topics and tough conversations. It is important to learn strategies for navigating these tough conversations with family and friends while fostering positive interactions and preserving relationships. Common Tough Topics • Political Disagreements:…

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Managing Anger

Anger or irritability are emotions that can be present throughout your day. Some of thethings that may cause your anger are stress, unfair treatment or feeling attacked. BreneBrown defines anger as, “an emotion that we feel when something gets in the way of adesired outcome or when we believe there’s a violation of the way…

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INTRODUCING DR. JAMELAH CHATMON

We want to introduce you to Dr. Jamelah Chatmon. She is one of our psychologists that is accepting new clients. Her services are provided in a virtual setting. Dr. Jamelah Chatmon is a dedicated therapist that actively engages in offering both individual and group therapy while co-facilitating Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs). Driven by a fervent…

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INTRODUCING STEPHANIE JACOBS

Putting the pieces of your life together can feel like trying to do a puzzle without the picture on the box—frustrating, overwhelming, and, let’s be honest, not very fun when you’re doing it alone. That’s where I come in. I specialize in walking alongside people navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, divorce, infertility/fertility challenges, stress, anger…

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What is IOP?

An IOP is often recommended for individuals who do not require medical supervision and can live at home. This type of program is designed to accommodate work/family schedules and begin a long-term recovery. The Behavioral Wellness Group offers 7 different IOPs.

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Quit Being So *&#$%! Angry!

Anger. It is our most basic, natural primitive emotion. Anger motivates us to take action. Anger communicates our displeasure with an issue. Anger allows us to gain control of situations, and it validates how we are perceiving an experience. However, it can also overtake our true emotions and lead us to act irrationally. It can…

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