The Cost of Predicted Stigma

This is the third in a series of blogs examining the stigma surrounding mental health clinicians who live with the same conditions they treat. A variety of viewpoints and experiences will be presented. Sometimes, anticipating the stigma surrounding an identity or condition can be as bad as actually experiencing it. Predicted stigma comes with real costs […]
Thoughts From a Wounded Healer

This is the second in a series of blogs examining the stigma surrounding mental health clinicians who live with the same conditions they treat. A variety of viewpoints and experiences will be presented. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and community-based therapist who lives with ADHD, complex trauma, and depression. After I was […]
I Am an Eating Disorder Therapist Who Recovered from My Own Past Eating Disorder

This is the first in a series of blogs examining the stigma surrounding mental health clinicians who live with the same conditions they treat. A variety of viewpoints and experiences will be presented. There is certainly stigma that therapists who are public about their mental health histories often face. Unfortunately, mental health stigma in general […]
Revolutionizing Public Health Approaches: Harm Reduction Vending Machines

Discover how Harm Reduction Vending Machines are transforming public health in Wisconsin communities
Setting Goals and Intentions

Happy New Year! As we are starting our journey into 2024, we not only begin to reflect on our unproductive actions, but we also consider the actions we took that led to great results, which we want to continue. A recent survey of 2,000 individuals conducted by OnePoll, an international marketing research agency, found that […]
Structurally Engineered Trauma in Mental Health

Exploring the profound impact of structural inequity on mental health, uncover a compelling insight into how societal systems contribute to individual trauma and the journey towards recovery.
Mental Health and Wellness During the Holidays

Find peace this holiday season with self-care. Embrace wellness amidst festivities and reach out for support to navigate this winter’s emotional landscape. You’re not alone.
Three Myths and Truths About Couples Counseling

Couples counseling, often misunderstood as a failure, is a growth tool that strengthens relationships and overcomes harmful myths.
Eliminate Stigma, by eliminating stigma

Have you ever wondered about the power of a single word? How does that word shape our collective journey towards recovery and wellness? This reflection takes us deep into the world of stigma within the realm of mental health and substance use, uncovering how it acts as both a barrier and a catalyst for change. […]
Mentally Fit Men: It’s Time We Talk About Men’s Mental Health

Dispelling the myths of masculinity and mental health. Embrace your emotions, prioritize mental well-being, and break the stigma. Your mental fitness matters.