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Working toward a more equitable community and society: Meet Kevin Phillips

We are passionate about our mission to provide the support, training and resources to help you and your clients succeed. We love hearing and sharing the “whys” of those who are chasing their dreams of helping make the world a […]

Empowering Your Clients to Navigate School Anxiety

Anxiety can manifest in various ways, including physical symptoms like headaches and stomachaches. Your clients may notice changes in their children’s behavior a few weeks into the school year, such as increased agitation, resistance, or heightened separation anxiety. Some children […]

Rethinking How We Measure Progress in Mental Health Treatment

For many years, mental health clinicians have relied on standardized tests, notably the Mental Status Exam (MSE), to gauge the progress of patients in treatment. The MSE is a structured assessment that aims to shed light on a patient’s cognitive […]

Embrace a Rewarding Career as a Certified Behavioral Health Technician

The increasing need for skilled professionals in the field of mental health and addiction services is undeniable. Certified Behavioral Health Technicians (CBHTs) provide invaluable support services to adults or children who are receiving substance abuse or mental health services in […]

Getting inspired for the final quarter of the year

As we enter the final quarter of the year, it’s the perfect time to pause and reflect on the progress we’ve made toward our yearly goals, assessing where we have excelled and where we may need to spend more time. […]

Promoting mental health in the workplace

With the average person spending around 90,000 hours at work over a lifetime, it makes sense that your workplace environment makes a huge impact on your quality of life. With this in mind, it seems obvious that business owners and […]

World Mental Health Day: mental health is a universal human right

Each year on October 10th, the World Health Organization works with its partners to promote World Mental Health Day, dedicated to ensuring that mental health is valued, promoted, and protected. This year, the theme is that mental health is a […]

Why Mental Health is Important in the Workplace

Mental health in the workplace is an important factor to consider when identifying the sources of the nation’s widespread mental health issues. Studies have shown that the combination of long working hours, limited autonomy, and low wages are not only […]

Why You Should Establish a Daily Routine

Establishing daily routines is a great way to successfully strike a work-life balance, as routines allow for set times to prioritize and navigate your daily tasks. As healthcare professionals, it can be difficult to have boundaries between your job and […]

Understanding the Signs of Burnout in Healthcare Workers

As healthcare professionals, you’ve probably had days that seem never-ending and emotionally draining. You’ve felt exhausted, both physically and mentally. You may notice that even completing the simplest of tasks feels overwhelming. And because your profession is extremely rewarding yet […]