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Author: Megan Walsh, MSW, LICSW


Beating End-of-Summer Burnout

August 5, 2019  |  Behavioral Health, Parenting, Play  |  By Megan Walsh, MSW, LICSW

We are quickly approaching that time of summer when things start to feel a little off. Gone is the anticipation of relaxing beach vacations, exciting summer camp opportunities are dwindling, and the draw of lazy days has turned into boredom. The “lack of school routine” joy is diminishing, parents and caregivers can’t stand the thought […]

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May is Mental Health Month

May 15, 2019  |  Behavioral Health, Parenting  |  By Megan Walsh, MSW, LICSW

Mental health is essential to everyone’s overall health and well-being, and mental illnesses are common and treatable. So much of what we do physically impacts us mentally—it’s important to pay attention to both your physical health and your mental health, which can help you achieve overall wellness and set you on a path to recovery. […]

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“Creating a Trauma-Informed Learning Environment” Pilot Project

February 12, 2019  |  Behavioral Health, News and Announcements  |  By Megan Walsh, MSW, LICSW

We are working on a “Creating a Trauma-Informed Learning Environment” pilot project with Timber Ridge Elementary School. This pilot is still evolving, but the plan so far includes four hours of training, a series of individual scenario exploration (formerly known as problem-solving) sessions with teachers, contributions to the school newsletter, and availability of a lending […]

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