Unmasking Marianismo: The Silent Pressure on Latinas
As we enter Hispanic and Latina/o/e Heritage Month, I find myself reflecting on the cultural concept of Marianismo and its impact on Latinas. While many are familiar with Machismo, discussions around Marianismo often remain on the sidelines, even though its repercussions are profound. It’s crucial to dive deep into the gender roles that persistently influence…
Read MoreCracking the Code: AI’s Secrets to Spotting Mental Health Woes
Mental health disorders affect millions worldwide, and their impact can be profound. Detecting and addressing these disorders early is crucial for improving outcomes and enhancing the overall well-being of individuals. Traditionally, the identification of mental health issues has relied on subjective assessments and clinical observations, which can be prone to human error and may delay…
Read MoreThe Truth Beneath Labels
Christine Leone Explores Systemic Racism on ‘Conversations with a Wounded Healer’ “What it takes to make these kinds of changes, it’s really just shaking the foundation and letting it fall apart.” – Christine Leone Dive into the compelling conversation on ‘Conversations with a Wounded Healer’ featuring our therapist, Christine Leone, as she delves into societal…
Read More7 Trailblazing Indigenous Women in Mental Health You Need to Know About
As mental health continues to be an important topic of conversation, it’s crucial to highlight the voices of Indigenous women who are working to improve access and care for their communities. This article will introduce you to seven Indigenous women who significantly impact mental health. Through their work, these women are addressing the unique challenges…
Read MoreIllinois Social Workers and Counselors: Our CE Renewal Bundle is Here!
If you’re a Social Worker or Professional Counselor in Illinois, 2023 is the license renewal year. And this year there are some new requirements. Specifically: We’re here to help! Now for only $29, you can get all three of our CE courses plus access to our free (non-CE) sexual harassment prevention training for Chicago/Illinois. What makes…
Read MoreHealing in Color: Strategies for Building Resilience in Black Communities
We entered into Black History Month morning, the latest shooting of a black man in Tennessee. Tyre Nichols’s face was added to a collage of people of color who have died due to police violence. The black community is once again left asking many questions, morning the loss, and feeling a little less safe. During…
Read MoreHealing for a Better Future: The Importance of Mental Health for Black Communities
Last week, a vote was put across the city counsel table in a town close to Denver to decriminalize jaywalking. While black people make up less than 10% of the population here, they accounted for 41% of the citations. Give that a minute to sink in. Aside from those numbers being a significant deterrent from…
Read MoreAn Interview With Kimberly Pilditch of Chicago Compass Counseling
Spotlight on Kimberly Pilditch, Therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Chicago, IL How does love and a commitment to liberation support effective treatment of anxiety? Today, we’d like to introduce you to Kimberly Pilditch, LCSW. In this interview, we explore Kimberly’s journey to becoming a specialist in treating anxiety, and how faith led her…
Read MoreSystematically Dominating Your New Year’s Resolutions: A Guide to Turning Your Goals into Habits (And Maybe Even Having a Little Fun Along the Way)
New Year’s resolutions are a time-honored tradition where people worldwide set ambitious goals for themselves to make positive changes in their lives. Whether losing weight, quitting smoking, or saving money, people always look for ways to improve themselves and their circumstances. However, despite our best intentions, it can be challenging to stick to our resolutions…
Read MoreThe Horrible Holiday Hangover
While emotional hangovers are deeply uncomfortable, that discomfort contains powerful information. You can’t change what happened in December, but your mind, body, and spirit tell you that you need something different moving forward. Wisdom will reveal itself. But before you can get to the learning, you must deal with the exhaustion.
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