By: Julie Galiñanes, MSW, LCSW When you lose someone you love, it can be tremendously devastating. Your whole world is turned upside down. The pain is immense and intense.  It may seem like it will never pass. What used to be a commonplace routine becomes a…

By: Lexa Bender This summer was one for the books—the history books. I was lucky enough to be granted the opportunity to join the resilient activists of March for Our Lives on their summer trip, which was driven by the intention of turning tragedy into…

Weathering the Storm Together By: Staci Lee Schnell, M.S.,C.S., LMFT     Weathering the Storm Together These are extremely difficult times in so many lives, as Texas recovers from Hurricane Harvey and Florida recovers from Hurricane Irma.  We are concerned for loved ones in Mexico,…

Using Social Media…on the Autism Spectrum By: Jennifer Artesani, M.Ed., LMHC Using Social Media…on the Autism Spectrum Those on the Autism Spectrum are consistently having to work more often than most on understanding what’s appropriate or expected in this world we live in. As the world…

Breast Cancer’s Emotional Impact October 1, 2015 By: Staci Lee Schnell, M.S., C.S., LMFT   October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  It is important to understand the emotional impact breast cancer may have. Many women with breast cancer face significant emotional issues during and after their…