Tools and Resources

Looking for tools and resources to help you on your behavioral health journey? Get tips for mental wellness and addiction recovery in our blog. Start reading below, or browse all of our blog articles.

Finding The Light

November 9, 2022Rodney O'Byrne Featured Articles Mental Health General Resiliency Tools and Resources

Daylight Savings Time & Mental Health by Shiara Hickey Caubarreaux It can be concluded that without darkness, there is no true appreciation for the light. This past weekend, Daylight Savings Time occurred. This meant an extra hour of sleep. But it also meant the beginning of shorter days, where darkness appears earlier in the evening. […]

Zoom Backgrounds

January 20, 2022

Want to spruce up your home office scenery? Download our Zoom backgrounds. Looking to help other from day dreaming during your meeting? We’ve got you covered! Below, you’ll find some critter images to download and use as a background for your next video call- or whatever inspires your. Make one of these destinations your Zoom […]

Finding Comfort through Food

July 29, 2021stephanie keister Featured Articles Mental Health General Resiliency Tools and Resources

By Anne Edgecombe As we continue to explore all that we love about Culinary Arts Month in July, I’ve thought about all of the delicious foods that are my “go to” dishes when I’m seeking a little comfort. Comfort foods mean different things to different people, but why does the term “comfort foods” get such […]

Not Enough Cooks in the Kitchen?

July 15, 2021stephanie keister Featured Articles Mental Health General Resiliency Tools and Resources

By Amy Gallagher, Psy.D When was the last time you cooked with a child? Cooking, and eating, together can be a strong way to promote developmental skills, socio-emotional learning, and communication in children and families. Children learn by doing. Cooking is a positive and fun way to teach or enhance certain academic and life skills. […]

Fuel Your Body and Mind During Culinary Arts Month

July 1, 2021Featured Articles Mental Health General Tools and Resources

By Annie Edgecombe During the month of July, foodies all over the nation will celebrate Culinary Arts Month. While renowned restaurants and chefs celebrate the latest culinary creations and trends this month, all of us can embrace the art of food and its impact on our bodies and minds. As the country begins to re-open […]

A Peer’s Perspective: 4 Tips for Holistic Wellness

June 2, 2021Elizabeth Jeplawy Featured Articles Substance Use Disorders Tools and Resources

Spring has sprung, and with the ever-changing pandemic landscape there is a renewed focus on mental health and wellness. The sun is out, allergies are high, caution and care are still at the forefront of interactions and relationships, and the shadow of anxiety and depression continue to be present as we learn how to find […]

Being in a Relationship with Someone who has PTSD

May 9, 2021mindsprings Featured Articles Mental Health General Tools and Resources

Did you know that approximately one in every 11 people will be diagnosed with PTSD in their lifetime? If you are in a relationship with someone with PTSD, or considering forming a relationship, there are many things you should know. Being educated about PTSD can help you know what to expect, how to sympathize with […]

A Peer’s Perspective: Five Self Care Activities

February 17, 2021Elizabeth Jeplawy Featured Articles Recovery Newsletters Substance Use Disorders Tools and Resources

While February brings hearts, flowers and well-placed prose to every gift shop around for Valentine’s Day, here’s a challenge to show some love to yourself this month. This is a topic I have often revisited in my own life and as it is with all relationships, the relationship with self takes commitment, time and effort. […]

Enjoying the Holidays in 2020

You have our permission to be happy!

December 3, 2020Elizabeth Jeplawy Featured Articles Mental Health General Resiliency Tools and Resources

Entering the holiday season this year feels funky. How are we supposed to feel blessed and grateful during such an awful year? The past year doesn’t make a person want to jump for joy at the idea of hanging up holiday lights. So, how do we get through this holiday season? Jump for joy at […]

Mental Health And Coping During COVID-19

March 15, 2020Elizabeth Jeplawy Featured Articles Mental Health General Tools and Resources

At our core we want to have certainty in our lives. When things are uncertain and feel beyond our control it can leave us with a sense of not feeling safe. This contributes to anxiety, worry and fear. The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is very stressful and is leaving many of us feeling […]