When we or a loved one “feel down,” we may be quick to dismiss it as just feeling sad. But when someone has depression, it is important to note that
Unfortunate circumstances do not merit surrender. We know this to our core, and yet we still find ourselves uncontrollably worrying about our future, deeply lost in the sadness of our
Here are a few questions you could pose to your spouse, partner, or loved one to intentionally spark some good storytelling and listening opportunities. These prompts are designed to move
At Wellspring, we are committed to raising awareness, providing resources, and equipping you with strategies for hope and healing. Every 11 minutes, a life is lost to suicide, making it
Summer Scaries (noun): A colloquial expression, derived from the term “Sunday Scaries,” that captures the anxiety, dread, and melancholy individuals experience as they anticipate the end of summer and the
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. It’s unfortunate that we need a designated month to remind us of the importance of protecting children. What is Abuse? According to the Florida
What is Bipolar Disorder? Bipolar disorder is a mental health disorder distinguished by periodic, intense emotional states or mood episodes. Different to mood fluctuations that are part of commonly lived
Written by: Erma Bombeck (written after she found out she was dying from cancer) I would have gone to bed when I was sick instead of pretending the earth
Did you know that talking isn’t the only therapeutic tool that Wellspring uses? We have a variety of experiential therapies that are also available for clients, both within a traditional
Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions that impact millions of people, yet they often go unnoticed or are misunderstood. National Eating Disorders Awareness Week serves as a reminder that
Contrary to our instincts, admitting we are wrong makes us more respected by others, rather than less. It is inevitable for us to sin or make mistakes, so it is
A new year is here—a fresh start to reset and embrace new possibilities. It’s like a blank page, waiting for the story we’ll write. It’s also a chance to
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year” is not true for many who are grieving the loss of loved ones. Idealized pictures of loved ones gathered and idyllic moments
To live balanced lives, investing in relationships that enhance and enrich our experiences is essential. Both life coaches and counselors can provide a safe space for us to discuss
Are your daily parenting demands causing you stress? Constantly completing household tasks, managing emotions, and regulating behaviors isn’t easy. In fact, being a parent is an inherent sacrifice of
It is a heartbreaking fact that by the age of sixteen, more than two-thirds of children have experienced at least one trauma, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental
If our lives are a collection of moments, our memories are a reel of the most significant ones.
Each year, the holiday season brings out a wide range of emotions, and often these emotions vary from person to person.
Expressing gratitude may come easy on Thanksgiving, but practicing gratitude in your day-to-day life also has several mental health benefits!
At Wellspring, we are working to make mental health care affordable, accessible, and attainable in our community.
The Smartphone is an extremely useful piece of technology; it helps us find our way around, read about things we find interesting, talk to our friends,
When our brains experience trauma, they can get stuck in negative thinking patterns. When we use our creativity, a hopeful newness can spark connection amidst mental
Sometimes a lack of healthy boundaries can feel like empathy, but in reality, true empathy can only exist when some limits are put in place.
Suicide can be an extremely difficult topic to discuss given that many of us have lost or know someone else who has lost a loved one to suicide.
Saying “no” and taking accountability for how you feel isn’t easy... and it’s even harder when you struggle with people-pleasing.
When a loved one reaches the end of their life, it can be difficult to talk or think about a plan for them. However, a plan is essential not
We can often overlook second-hand trauma in our youth because “it didn’t happen to them”. However, the effects of second-hand trauma can persist for months or years if left
Mental illness symptoms aren’t always easy to resolve, but relief may be easier than you think... One way to immediately relieve symptoms of mental illness is by exercising.
Over the years, Wellspring has brought mental health counseling and training to places such as Haiti, Rwanda, and other places in South America; it is our mission to share
“Sorry, I’m just OCD,” is probably a phrase many of us have heard. While OCD is usually not taken seriously when mentioned in passing conversation, is it just about
Wellspring offers comprehensive online and in-person training sessions and workshops. Covering various mental health aspects from general topics to parenting, trauma, and life skills, these sessions equip individuals and organizations with tools for integrating healthier practices into their daily routines.
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