Mindspring Mental Health Alliance

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The holidays can be overwhelming. Remember, your mental health comes first. How do you handle holiday stress? #MentalHealthAwareness #StopSilenceStartTalking

This powerful story reminds us why we do what we do. Mindspring is here to educate, support, and connect communities—because no one should face these challenges alone. ?? Explore our free webinars and discover the strength in community: https://lnkd.in/gnavVvYK #MentalHealthSupport #CaregiversMatter #YouAreNotAlone #MindspringImpact

Stress is inevitable, but how you manage it makes all the difference. What’s your go-to stress reliever? Share in the comments! #MentalHealthMatters #StopSilenceStartTalking

Anxiety affects so many, but small actions can help ease it. Try this mindfulness tip and feel the difference! #StopSilenceStartTalking #AnxietyRelief

Too many people stay silent about their mental health struggles. Let’s change that. Who can you talk to today? Tag someone who supports you! #StopSilenceStartTalking #MentalHealthMatters

We were deeply honored to have the opportunity to lead such an important conversation on Friday. We are so grateful for Chrysalis Foundation and everyone who showed up to learn more and be true mental health advocates throughout our community.

Free Webinar: Emotional Regulation in Kids: Providing a Foundation to Manage Big Emotions December 2nd 2024 at 12:00 PM Children aren’t born knowing how to manage emotions or express feelings in appropriate ways. And when children don’t understand their emotions, challenging behavior can arise. This webinar will help you find ways to create healthy connections with kids, understand how to calm the child’s nervous system, and teach you skills to practice. Part 1 of a 3-part series sponsored by Polk County, Iowa's Behavioral Health & Disability Services agency. Meet the Instructor: Susan Dannen is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. Susan trained at Jane Addams College of Social Work, University of Illinois Chicago for her MSW and specializes in child and adult mental health, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, play therapy, foster care, and adoption. She is passionate about educating and supporting others to find hope and healing. Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gJQfCnmM

Free Webinar: Understanding Schizoaffective Disorder November 27th 2024 at 10:00 AM CST Schizoaffective disorder is a complicated illness that is often confused with other disorders. Explore the diagnostic criteria, signs, and symptoms that differentiate schizoaffective disorder from other illnesses. This one-hour seminar includes information on causation, risk factors, treatment options, and ways to cope if you or a loved one have been diagnosed. Sponsored by Polk County, Iowa. Meet the Instructor: Jaymi Dormaier is a Licensed Master Social Worker with 10+ years of experience in the mental health field. In Jaymi's career as a social worker and therapist, she has worked with diverse populations focusing on anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, foster care, adoption, homelessness, and addiction. She is passionate about helping others live a life they love. Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gh6bP_RS

Free Webinar: Illness Deception: Understanding Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another November 27th 2024 at 12:00 CST At the heart of Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another (previously Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy) is concern that a caregiver is either lying about an illness in a child or dependent adult, or has caused real symptoms in an otherwise healthy person. Learn the signs and symptoms of this disorder and what motivates a caregiver to cause illness in this one-hour seminar with a licensed therapist. Event sponsored by Polk County, Iowa. Meet the Instructor: Jaymi Dormaier is a Licensed Master Social Worker with 10+ years of experience in the mental health field. In Jaymi's career as a social worker and therapist, she has worked with diverse populations focusing on anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, foster care, adoption, homelessness, and addiction. She is passionate about helping others live a life they love. Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gbrMcf7s