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Kathryn September 20, 2024

When Words Aren’t Enough: Alternative Therapies for Suicide Prevention

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Suicide prevention often involves traditional talk therapy, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) or dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). These approaches focus on exploring thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, guiding individuals through verbal expression. However, for some, words may not always be sufficient or accessible. Alternative therapies offer individuals diverse ways to access their emotions, process trauma,...

Kathryn September 18, 2024

What Project Semicolon Founder Amy Bleuel’s Death Might Teach Us About Suicide

As we shared recently, Project Semicolon was founded in 2013 by Amy Bleuel, a passionate advocate who sought to honor the memory of her father, who had died by suicide. And then, later, she, too, died by suicide. Her death underscores the profound complexities of mental illness and the enduring impact of trauma. It is a poignant reminder that even those...

Kathryn September 16, 2024

14 Therapists Answer: What most inspires you about doing this work?

Therapists come to their work with a deep sense of purpose, driven by diverse inspirations that fuel their passion for helping others. For clients, understanding what inspires their therapist can provide a deeper connection and insight into the unique therapeutic relationship. It can be reassuring to know that the person guiding them through challenging moments is also moved by their...

Kathryn September 12, 2024

10 Books to Explore During National Suicide Prevention Month

National Suicide Prevention Month is an opportunity to reflect on the importance of mental health and support those who may have experiences related to suicide. Here are ten insightful books that offer perspectives on understanding and addressing the complex issues surrounding suicide. Each book provides a unique viewpoint, offering tools and stories that can foster empathy, healing, and resilience. 1....

Kathryn September 10, 2024

Project Semicolon: An In-Depth Look at Its Origins, Growth, and Mission

Project Semicolon was founded in 2013 by Amy Bleuel, a passionate advocate who sought to honor the memory of her father, who had died by suicide. Bleuel herself had experienced a lifetime of challenges, including abuse, rape, and her own struggles with mental illness and suicidal thoughts. These experiences fueled her desire to create a movement that would offer hope...

Kathryn September 9, 2024

16 Therapists Answer: Who are the clients that you LOVE working with?

Our associate therapists each work with many different types of clients. We wanted to know, which types of people are the clients that you truly most love working with? The answer was different for everyone, of course. And each of these therapists can still work effectively with other types of clients as well. But if you are seeking a therapist...

Kathryn September 4, 2024

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month is a campaign held every year to bring attention to suicide and its impact on individuals, families, and communities. The goal of this month is not only to raise awareness of the warning signs of suicide but also to spread the message that prevention is possible. It aims to encourage open dialogue about mental health,...

Kathryn September 2, 2024

16 Therapists Answer: What other modalities inform your work?

When we interview our associate therapists, we like to ask them about the modalities that inform their work. Yes, of course they have a specific therapeutic orientation and areas of speciality, which we also ask them about that. But what we really want to know, beyond that, is what types of life experience, education, etc. they bring into their work...

Kathryn August 27, 2024

Conversations with Clinicians: Interview with Associate Therapist Brooke Hein

Welcome back to Conversations with Clinicians where we interview one of our associate therapists. We like to give you this opportunity to learn more about the way that they work. It can also give you insight into therapeutic modalities, approaches and techniques. Today, meet California telehealth associate therapist Brooke Hein who uses an integral therapy approach to help people with...

Kathryn August 23, 2024

The Power of Repeated Storytelling in Therapy: How Revisiting the Past Can Help Heal

“It was the kind of story that doesn't go away after the first time you tell it, so you have to tell it over and over until it goes away for good. If it ever can.” - Jack Gantos, Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key Some experiences are too powerful to process in one sitting. The memories linger, demanding to be...