Simply Thrive Therapy Blog
Fighting Mental Health Stigma
Fighting Mental Health Stigma The month of May is Mental Health Awareness month. Every year we continue to fight stigma, educate the public and provide support for our community. If you or anyone you love is struggling with mental health issues, just remember that you are not alone. According to the American Psychological Association, nearly 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. experience some form of mental illness. That is 19% of the U.S. population, and this number continues to increase every year. Let’s look at some ways that we can make changes in our lives to help fight mental health stigma. 1 – Talk Openly about Mental Health Openly
Mental Health Tips for the Month of May
Mental Health Tips for the Month of May The month of May is Mental Health Awareness month and we are so excited to provide you with 5 helpful tips to take care of your mental health during this season! 1 – Talk about your feelings: Talking about your feelings can be a great way to release built up emotions and can help you process them as well. Talking things out can help put feelings into words and give you a new perspective. Here at Simply Thrive, we have licensed therapists to assist you in talking about your feelings and provide you with a safe space to do so. Talking about
Introduction to Simply Thrive Day Treatment for Teens
Introduction to Simply Thrive Day Treatment for Teens We at Simply Thrive Therapeutic Associates are excited to announce the launch of our new Teen Day Treatment Program. What sets us apart? At STTA, both day treatment therapists and the program manager are trained as Certified Trauma and Resilience Practitioners (CTRP). This certification is the foundation of our program. We treat teens 13-18 with trauma-related issues to calm their nervous systems down through awareness and simple techniques. We then focus on adding in tools like CBT and DBT to change their thinking. We have a curriculum set up to address issues with both the client and the family unit. While the
Earth Day: A Story of Unity
Earth Day: A Story of Unity April 22nd of this year marks the 51st annual Earth Day celebration since its inception in 1970. The origin tale of this holiday is one of bipartisan unity, a story of hope and change, between the unlikely trio of a Democratic Senator, Republican Congressman, and young activist. If we go back in time to the 1960’s, we see many themes that mirror events today: social and political unrest, protests, and climate concerns. We set the stage early in the decade, when it was commonplace for factories and institutions to dispose of toxic waste in our forests, oceans, and rivers with little to no regulation.
Celebrate National Poetry Month and Develop a New Coping Skill
Celebrate National Poetry Month and Develop a New Coping Skill The month of April is known for many celebrations and holidays. One you may not be aware of is that it is National Poetry Month. Poetry is a form of literature with special attention given to expression of feelings and ideas. Poetry has a distinctive style all it’s own with unique rhythmic qualities that can captivate the reader and entice them to read more. Poetry sounds kind of fun, right? Well, here are 4 ways to help you celebrate National Poetry Month and some tips on how to write your own poetry as well! Poetry and Mental Health: Poetry is
Staying Sober During Times of Crisis
Staying Sober During Times of Crisis Being newly sober can be scary…especially when there is a quarantine and social distancing in place. The country is currently experiencing a pandemic. Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are not taking place in person. Maybe it is more difficult to see your support system. Not only are you trying to learn to live life without the use of substances, but human contact is scarce. It is quite scary. Oftentimes when someone gets sober, they are not even sure what leisure activities they enjoy. Using substances can be the focus of life as opposed to hobbies or alternative activities. I’ve put together some ideas for staying sober