The Art of Coping by Megan Nielsen, LCSW

The Art of Coping by Megan Nielsen, LCSW

Written by: Megan S. Nielsen, Licensed Clinical Social Worker We all know the age old saying, “follow your gut”. Mothers, teachers, mentors say it to people in distress as if it is supposed to send us down the “right path” full of enlightenment and clear answers. When you listen to your gut, you can never […]

Therapist shares her reactions to client suicide

Therapist shares her reactions to client suicide

Have you ever worked for years at accomplishing something and tasted the sweet fruits of your labor? Things are going swimmingly and you have finally reached your destination. You feel good. You’re in the right place at the right time and everything is falling in line. You are living your passion and you grow more […]

I Still Matter Has A New Partner! (and other awesomeness)

I Still Matter Has A New Partner! (and other awesomeness)

Hello friends! I would love to formally introduce my newest partner in I Still Matter, Leigha Krivacek! First, however, I need to thank everyone for their support in our Good Guy/Good Gal campaign! I Still Matter’s founder, Carmen, was nominated by PARC Foundation and if we win I Still Matter will be forming more groups […]

How Words Can Hurt or Heal

How Words Can Hurt or Heal

I’ve been doing a lot of thinking about the impact our community puzzle had on individuals who participated. Each piece has a special meaning for the one who created it and each puzzle piece is a beautiful work of art. Here are a few moments & puzzle pieces that stick out in the minds of […]