by Hillside | Apr 6, 2022 | Mental Health
One in six children have mental, behavioral or developmental disorders. Without the proper treatment, the symptoms of various mental health conditions can have severe implications on a person’s life. Through mental health parity, a person can receive the care...
by Taylor Whelchel, LPC | Feb 13, 2022 | Mental Health
DBT is centered around the concept of dialectics, which is the belief that two seemingly conflicting ideas can be true at the same time. Social media is a way to increase connection and community building. Social media makes me feel unworthy. Both of these statements...
by Katie Alioto, LCSW | Oct 21, 2021 | Mental Health
The month of November is a time when many of us choose to reflect on the things in our lives that we are grateful for. What many don’t know however, is the impact that gratitude can have on our brains and bodies. Psychologists have defined gratitude as a positive...
by Kendra Phoumivong, LCSW | Jun 18, 2021 | Mental Health, Self-Care
Self-care has become a hot topic in recent years and rightfully so! Taking the time to care for ourselves is so crucial to not only our mental health but our overall wellness. But what is self-care really? A bubble bath or vacation may come to mind; however, self-care...
by Christina Fiddes, LCSW, DBT-Linehan Board of Certification Certified Clinician ™ | May 5, 2021 | Mental Health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. It’s a month to provide support, educate the public and advocate for policies that support people with mental illness. Part of advocating for mental health is fighting the stigmas and debunking myths that surround mental health....
by Amy W. René, LCSW, Vice President of Clinical Programs at Hillside, Inc. | Feb 19, 2021 | Advice for Parents, Mental Health
For my entire twenty-seven-year career of working as a clinical social worker, I have been trying to figure out what resilience is and how to give it to more people. I have seen resilience in individuals who suffer horrendous abuse, illness, and life circumstances and...
