Articles
These articles are written to be a resource for families, as well as other professionals in behavior health.
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The Pig Butchering Scam (here we go again)
In the last few weeks I have sadly received 3 calls a week about a loved one being scammed and losing hundreds of thousands of dollars, alienating family and not being able to discern that the reach out is not real rather a most clever ploy to pull at one's...
What Do Bows And Arrows Have To Do With Resiliency?Â
Those of you who know my story know that I was born on a fault line of trauma, sudden death, mental health and folks swirling around me who drown their sorrows in alcohol. My introduction to suicide was jarring! Here I was a chubby, freckle-faced third grader trying...
Four Ways We Avoid Our Feelings & What to Do Instead
This blog is inspired by Parker Sandra  Embracing Unrest: Harness Vulnerability to Tame Anxiety and Spark Growth (October 2022, 274 pages) published by Page Two Books. “When was the last time you felt anxious, with your body braced and on edge? It could have been when...
On The Road
Recently I had the privilege of traveling up to Los Angeles, Santa Monica, to catch up with many colleagues and visit several behavioral health facilities. I was impressed with the depth and variety of great behavioral health care options that I was able to visit...
Magazine Feature – Connector
“You’ve Got a Friend” – The Power of Friendship in an Intervention
So, I have been thinking about how my life is blessed. Every once in a while I get to witness how absolutely magnificent friends can be especially when they courageously show up for their best friend whose in need of help. And I smile and sing to myself with warmth...
 9 Signs You Have a Toxic Friendship
Not all friendships are wonderful. Here are 9 signs that this is not a friendship for you. The friendship doesn’t feel right. Trust your gut. Something feels uncomfortable in the relationship. It feels awkward when you think about them or talk to them. Their...
How Weather Impacts Addiction and Mental Health: Understanding and Coping with Seasonal Changes
Weather can have a significant impact on our daily lives, from affecting our moods to influencing our behavior. For people struggling with addiction and mental health issues, changes in weather can be especially challenging. Amazingly there can be a thousand words for...
More On Leadership: A Talk With Dr. Randy Mills
I am truly a fortunate woman. Where I live, the land is rich with CEOs in many different fields. I have several interviews with some top notch folks, yet Randy Mills stands out. He has led billion dollar companies, has a passion for family, flying, even pickleball,...