How to Celebrate the Love in Your Life, Even if You’re Single
There are opportunities for all of us to celebrate and experience love in our lives.
mental health
What Does Codependency Look Like?
January is National Codependency Awareness Month, so today we’re taking time to share some information on this common problem. While you may hear the word “codependency” discussed in the media, …
How to Reduce Stress Around the Holidays
December is National Stress-Free Family Holidays Month, and it’s easy to see why an awareness campaign is needed around this time of the year.
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. …
Undiagnosed ADHD Takes a Toll in Marginalized Communities
During National ADHD Awareness Month, Communications Writer Orion Rodriguez shares a first-person view of ADHD.
Bullying Prevention Month
Mary, a Child & Family therapist at LifeWorks NW’s Rockwood and King sites, shared that a fifth of her young clients were in therapy largely because of bullying. One child …
Success story: Supported Employment Services
Supported Employment Specialist Heidy worked with a client we’ll call Jamie and shared her outstanding success. A health care clinician referred Jamie [not real name] to LifeWorks NW’s Adult Rehabilitation …
Supported Education combines with clinical programs for success
LifeWorks NW provides a vital support system to clients addressing mental health difficulties. In addition to clinical services (therapy, skills training, CD Treatment, Etc.), consumers may choose to participate in …
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What To Know About Fentanyl
The synthetic opioid Fentanyl is a driving force in the overdose epidemic today – learn why in this article.
Launching Bridge Clinic
“The need for psychiatric services for youth often exceeds the available capacity, which can make it difficult for families to be connected quickly to psychiatric care,” says Dr. Karen Bos, …
New National Mental Health Hotline Goes Live
On July 16, a new three-digit national mental health hotline went live. Read our latest blog post to learn more.
Signs of Postpartum Depression
Approximately 1 in every 7 people who have given birth will develop a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder like postpartum depression, also known as maternal depression.
Prevention Services Help Families
“These are important programs, and they work. We really give families the support they need and hook them into the resources they need to be successful.”
Recognizing Mental Health Problems in Children
Recognizing when your child is experiencing mental health issues can be hard.