Ellie Mental Health - Chicagoland

International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is an event in which survivors of suicide loss come together to find connection, understanding, and hope through their shared experience. The event features a special screening of an AFSP-produced documentary and a panel discussion featuring loss survivors' experiences and healing journeys. Reasons to attend a Survivors Event Include: -Finding connection. -Finding a safe, supportive space. -Learning that your feelings are normal. -Finding hope. -Learning things to help you cope and heal. -Finding resources. -Helping others. -Bringing you and your family closer. -Because our?Survivor Day films?tell stories that resonate and inspire. -Finding comfort. Additional Resources: https://lnkd.in/gKK_hGAp

?? The holidays can be full of joy—AND stress. In this recent podcast episode, a few of Ellie's therapists discussed how to manage family dynamics without sacrificing your well-being. A key insight: setting boundaries is essential to keeping peace during family gatherings. Here are a few tips our therapists recommended: ? Communicating expectations early ? Limiting visit durations ? Embracing flexibility in traditions (and being open to creating new ones) ?? ? Keeping humor and light-heartedness alive How do YOU stay grounded during holiday gatherings? Watch the whole interview here: https://lnkd.in/euzK23Vp #HolidaySeason #MentalHealthTips #Boundaries #TherapistLife

?? Creating a safe space is essential for children dealing with grief. As mental health experts, it’s our job to foster an environment where kids can express their feelings at their own pace. Need ideas for approaching this topic with kids in your life? Listen to our podcast episode for more practical tips. #TherapistTips #Grief #ChildCounseling https://lnkd.in/grJEfUAZ

On world kindness day ??, we celebrate spreading kindness to those around us - those who we love and those who we might not even know, because kindness is healing. On world kindness day, I want to center it on our individual self. In order to be able to give that kindness to others, we first need to give it to ourselves, because as we know - we cannot fill from an empty cup. Filling your cup can begin with doing something nice for yourself, this can be something like scheduling a time for self-care to even saying “you did an awesome job today.” You deserve kindness too, and that is healing! ??

There are over?1.6 million?trans, non-binary and gender-expansive youth (age 13+) and adults across the United States “On Transgender Week of Visibility, we honor the extraordinary courage and contributions of transgender Americans and reaffirm our Nation’s commitment to forming a more perfect Union — where all people are created equal and treated equally throughout their lives”-Whitehouse.gov The Basics: Things to Remember about Being an Ally There is no one way to be a 'perfect' ally. ... You don't have to understand someone's identity to respect it. ... You can't always tell if someone is transgender simply by looking at them. ... There is no “one right way” to be transgender. ... Continue to educate yourself.

This Veteran's Day, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country. ???? Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Alongside their service, many veterans face unique mental health challenges, including PTSD, depression, and anxiety. At Ellie, we are committed to providing compassionate care and support for veterans to heal and thrive as they navigate life after service. Seeking help is a sign of strength, and we’re here to provide a safe space for healing. #VeteransDay #MentalHealthMatters #HonoringOurHeroes #SupportOurVeterans #PTSAwareness

Just breathe!

It's time! Along with starting on your holiday decor, maybe it's time to sign up for therapy and give yourself an early gift this year!

Happy Halloween from our Ellie "Inside Out" crew! We feel all the complex emotions over here!

?? Political seasons can feel like a rollercoaster ride of stress. Political anxiety isn’t just about elections; it stems from feeling overwhelmed by polarization and conflict in our discourse, and we know that people on both sides are feeling it. Want to learn how to cope? Check out a recent Ellie podcast episode: https://lnkd.in/gJ7rKE4U #PoliticalAnxiety #MentalHealth