International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
November 19, 2022, 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. …
CDC Announces Expansion of COVID Booster
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 …
Trauma = Addiction
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 …
New Washington County COVID Counseling Program
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, …
Pride Events in Portland This Summer
Portland Pride has moved to July, but there are events happening throughout June as well.
Combating Negative Stereotypes About Aging
Every May, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) observes Older Americans Month, a time to recognize the diverse experiences of our elders and combat stereotypes about what it means to age.
Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
The United States government has recognized the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community every May since 1977.
Ending the Stigma Against Alcohol Use Disorder Starts With Language
While we’ve all heard the statistics and horror stories about alcohol addiction, one thing we often don’t hear about is the shame and secrecy that people suffering from it experience.
Celebrating National Doctor’s Day
National Doctor’s Day is a day that we get to honor doctors for their contributions and the work they do for patients, communities and society as a whole.
Common Myths About Transgender Health Care
As behavioral health providers, our clinicians play an important role in helping gender-diverse people explore their identities and access gender-affirming care.
At LifeWorks NW We Stand Up Against Hate
At LifeWorks NW, we condemn hate and stand in solidarity with the transgender community.
Why Social Work Matters
One of our social workers explains how social work breaks down barriers for our clients.
LifeWorks NW’s Anti-Racism Statement
LifeWorks NW is making an organizational commitment to oppose racism and oppression in all its forms.
LifeWorks NW Land Acknowledgement
As part of our commitment to oppose racism and oppression, we’ve created a Land Acknowledgement to share at our events.
National Social Work Month
In 1984, the White House named March National Social Work Month. “Social workers are vital to the success of the entire mental health care system,” says Joshua Tabaldo, senior program …
Winter Weather Openings and Closures
As snow continues to hit the Portland area, LifeWorks NW is working to keep our staff and clients safe.
Black History Hero: Emma
Today we’d like to introduce you to Emma, a Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) at Project Network.