International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
November 18, 2023, is International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day where those of us left behind by someone who died by suicide come together to find connection, understanding and hope. …
November 18, 2023, is International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day where those of us left behind by someone who died by suicide come together to find connection, understanding and hope. …
Here’s what the CDC said on October 21, 2021, about COVID booster shots: “For individuals who received a Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, the following groups are eligible for a …
In her forties, Rae has been familiar with sobriety programs since she was 12. But it wasn’t until she saw the words Trauma=Addiction on a clinician’s office wall, that she …
Washington County has a new, short-term COVID-19 supportive counseling program. The COVID Community Counseling Program (CCCP) is a partnership between Washington County, Lifeworks NW, Western Psychological, Asian Health and Service Center, …
Research shows strong social connections promote mental and physical health Loneliness is more than just a bad feeling; it can be as bad for you as smoking. In 2023, The …
The return to regimented school schedules, social pressure, and academic worries can all add up to a very stressful time for families. It can be even more challenging for the …
For those who suffer from the less common form of Seasonal Affective Disorder, the summer months can be difficult. Symptoms can include insomnia, feelings of anger or sadness, and even …
At LifeWorks NW, our mission is wellbeing for all. Wellbeing often requires more than just clinical treatment: it requires opportunities to grow as a person, and to grow a vision …
“Eventually I want to start my own business”: a supported education success story Read More >>
For many people seeking care, it’s not just one life issue or health issue causing them to reach out, but the layers of pressure that build up when multiple issues …
“I am strong no matter what”: one client’s therapy success story Read More >>
Have you heard of 988 yet? It’s a new national hotline that went into effect in 2022. In a recent Pew poll, nearly 70 percent of Americans surveyed had heard …
988 hotline offers behavioral health assistance nationwide Read More >>
At LifeWorks NW, we believe in wellbeing for all, and we know that wellbeing means holistic support for a client’s whole life. Our supported employment program helps clients in their …
“I get excited at all the possibilities”: a Supported Employment success story Read More >>
Working with people who have attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), LifeWorks NW clinicians and staff focus on the here and now, using a range of interventions to improve quality of life …
Study: ADHD Medication Correlates to Lower Death Rate Read More >>
Alcohol can make you sick. And not just a hangover. It’s National Alcohol and Drug Facts Week. Here’s one now: Alcohol can cause problems even in people who do not have …
It’s National Drug and Alcohol Facts Awareness Week. Here’s an astonishing fact: 48 million Americans aged 12 and older meet the definition of mild to severe substance use disorder (SUD). …
One client shares how walking with LifeWorks NW through her recovery journey made a difference in her life. Quitting an addictive substance is so complicated. It’s complicated by a brain …
At the close of Heart Health Month, we take stock of how our approach to integrated care supports the whole person. During February, Heart Health Month, many voices in the …
How Behavioral Health Plays a Role in Heart Health Read More >>
Today we’d like to introduce you to Emma, a Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) at Project Network.
One of LifeWorks NW’s Black History Month Behavioral Health Heroes is Tesfaye. Tesfaye is Clinical Supervisor for our Recovery Empowerment Achievement in Life (REAL) program. REAL is a culturally focused …