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Keeping Families Together, One Child at a Time At High-End Health Care, we believe every child deserves the love, comfort, and stability of their own home. That’s why we’re dedicated to providing the support families need to thrive—together. How We Help: Parent Support: Guidance and resources to help parents provide the best care for their children. Child-centered care: Services tailored to meet the emotional, physical, and developmental needs of each child. In-Home Assistance: Practical, hands-on support to keep children safe and cared for in their own home environment. Family Strengthening: Strategies to build resilience, enhance communication, and create lasting stability. Why Choose Us? Compassionate professionals who understand your family’s unique needs. Proven methods to help families overcome challenges and stay united. A commitment to keeping children where they belong: with their parents. Let’s Work Together to Keep Families Strong! Call us today at [0747 267 8449] to learn more about how we can help. Visit https://lnkd.in/eqsa7iTa for more information, resources, and support. Together, we can ensure every child grows up in the care of those who love them most.

The Role of Family Systems Therapy in Resolving Conflict Family conflicts are inevitable, arising from differing personalities, misunderstandings, or shifting dynamics within the household. Left unresolved, these conflicts can cause lasting emotional rifts, disrupt communication, and affect individual well-being. Family Systems Therapy (FST) offers a transformative approach to navigating and resolving such conflicts, focusing on the family as an interconnected system rather than isolated individuals. Understanding Family Systems Therapy Developed by pioneers like Murray Bowen, FST views the family as an emotional unit. In this system, the actions, behaviors, and emotions of one member influence the others. Patterns such as blame, avoidance, or rigid roles often perpetuate conflicts. By examining these dynamics, therapists can help families recognize and alter unhelpful patterns, fostering healthier relationships. Key Principles of FST Interconnectedness: Each member’s experiences are tied to the family’s overall emotional health. Identifying Patterns: Repeated behaviors, such as conflict avoidance or scapegoating, are explored to understand their root causes. Enhancing Communication: Families are guided to express emotions and concerns constructively. Promoting Emotional Regulation: Members learn coping skills to manage their reactions during high-stress situations. Practical Strategies for Families Family Meetings: Establish regular, structured discussions to address issues in a non-confrontational setting. Active Listening: Encourage members to listen attentively, validate each other’s feelings, and avoid interrupting. Conflict Mapping: Use visual tools to map conflicts and identify recurring patterns or triggers. Role Reversals: Allow members to step into each other’s perspectives to build empathy and understanding. Benefits of Family Systems Therapy FST is particularly effective in resolving persistent issues such as parental disputes, sibling rivalry, or intergenerational misunderstandings. By addressing the family as a whole, this approach not only resolves conflicts but also strengthens bonds, enhances emotional resilience, and promotes a supportive environment for personal growth. If your family is struggling with unresolved tensions, consider seeking professional help through Family Systems Therapy. It could be the first step toward a more peaceful and connected family life. You can connect with me on LinkedIn for professional support and guidance. #FamilyTherapy #MentalHealthMatters #FamilyWellness #ConflictResolution #HealthyRelationships #FamilyDynamics #TherapyWorks #EmotionalHealth #ParentingSupport #FamilyCounseling #HealingTogether #CommunicationMatters #TherapistsOfInstagram #StrongFamilies #RelationshipGoals #MentalHealthSupport #TraumaInformedCare #FamilyFirst #EmotionalResilience

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Congratulations to all Recovery Support Specialists in Illinois & to Peer Support Specialists throughout the globe! Thank you Governor Pritzker for proclaiming October 2024 as Recovery Support Specialist Month! Proclamation Text: WHEREAS, recovery support specialist are recognized and celebrated in their role for empowering individuals with mental health and/or substance use challenges on their path toward wellness; and, WHEREAS, recovery support specialists' primary duties include peer-provided services - using their recovery experience while guided by professional ethics to share hope, encouragement, and resources to advocate for health and wellness; and, WHEREAS, recovery support has profound benefits for individuals who have experienced trauma; and, WHEREAS, the unparalleled positive impact made by recovery support specialists and the unprecedented expansion of the recovery support field positively contribute to individual health outcomes and overall community wellness; THEREFORE, I, JB Pritzker, Governor of the State of Illinois, do hereby proclaim October 2024 as Recovery Support Celebration Month in Illinois, celebrating recovery support specialists as they are increasingly integrated into the fabric of our workforce and the landscape of our lives.

? ?? **Honoring Virginia Satir: A Pioneer in Family Therapy** ??? I recently had the chance to explore the life and contributions of Virginia Satir, known as the "Mother of Family Therapy," while writing a paper for one of my classes. This experience highlighted her profound impact on the mental health field and the concept of Family Therapy. Satir understood that families are interconnected systems, where each member's behavior affects the others. Her focus on communication, empathy, and self-esteem emphasizes the vital role of healthy relationships within families. This may seem straightforward today, but it was revolutionary during her time. Through this assignment, I gained a deeper understanding of what it means to be a Mental Health Advocate. As a member of the "newer generation" in this field, I aspire to share the resources and knowledge necessary to help others flourish. Why Family Therapy is Essential: ~ Holistic Perspective: It addresses issues not just individually but within the family context, enhancing overall well-being. ~ Improved Communication: Family therapy fosters open dialogue, helping members express their feelings and deepen their connections, which can reduce dysfunction. ~ Conflict Management: It provides families with constructive tools for resolving conflicts and navigating challenges together. ~Strengthening Connections: Working together in therapy helps families build lasting support systems and strengthen their bonds. I look forward to continuing my journey in mental health advocacy and applying Satir’s principles in my future work! #FamilyTherapy #VirginiaSatir #MentalHealth #Advocacy #HealthyRelationships

? Bridge C-14 is once again offering this one-of-a-kind group therapy program for people pursuing MAiD. In our experience facilitating peer support groups, we have witnessed people pursuing MAiD struggle to find meaning and purpose in this phase of their lives, while seeking a path to peace through the angst of facing one’s mortality. ? Meaning Centred Therapy has helped people improve their sense of meaning, reduce distress, and enhance their emotional and spiritual well-being as they prepare for end-of-life through experiential activities and conversations. ? The program emphasizes the idea that even in the face of illness or impending death, individuals can continue to find and create meaning in their lives, fostering a sense of peace and purpose. At the end of the program, each participant can leave with a personalized plan that outlines their sources of meaning, coping strategies, and goals for making the most of their time. The program is facilitated by professionals experienced in both grief support and MAiD-related care, ensuring that participants receive empathetic and knowledgeable guidance. ? Who is this program for? - People seeking MAiD who have been found eligible through track 1 or track 2. - People who want to create their legacy, foster a sense of hope, enrich connection, learn ways of coping, and enhance their emotional and spiritual well-being. - People who have the capacity to participate in 9?bi-weekly, 2 hour sessions online. ? ? Hosted live on Zoom: Fridays from November 8, 2024 to February 28, 2025 10am-12pm PT?|?1-3pm ET ? Register before October 28, 2024! For more detailed information, you can visit Bridge C-14's official page: https://lnkd.in/eiQ6UyTJ. ? Note: Due to professional regulations, program participants must reside in the following provinces/territories: British Columbia Yukon Northwest Territories Nunavut Saskatchewan????????????? Manitoba Ontario Newfoundland and Labrador

?? An incredible $32M investment in building mental health supports for our first responders and public safety personnel was announced yesterday in Ontario. Led by Wounded Warriors Canada - the "Warrior Project" in partnership with Homewood Health, Boots on the Ground and more, will bring: ?? A new web portal for public safety personnel to access essential services, ?? A 24/7 call line and other trauma-informed mental health services; ?? The creation of an Anti-Stigma Strategy to eliminate harmful stigmas around seeking help. ????

North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN) plays a key role in commissioning and funding headspace across its catchment. In doing so, it works with service providers Orygen and Youth Support + Advocacy Service to ensure the particular needs of local communities are met. Click below to read about how both have "continued to adapt" in the youth mental health space, in our recently published 2023-24 Annual Report which you can see here: https://bit.ly/41eHTN4

COFI's Southside - Chicago Parent Leaders attended and celebrated the opening of the Roseland Health Hub this month! The Chicago Department of Public Health will operate the mental health clinic, offering no-cost mental health services, regardless of insurance or immigration status! This is a huge win for the Roseland community and families and a victory for POWER-PAC IL parents who have been advocating for years for the return of mental health clinics previously shut down on the South and West Sides of Chicago, creating service gaps and health inequities for Black and Brown Chicagoans. Bringing back in-person, community-based services to the South and West Sides of Chicago is critical to helping children and families heal and address trauma. In addition to Roseland, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has re-opened a mental health center in Pilsen and mental health services are being offered at the Legler Regional Library in West Garfield Park. Read more about how COFI Parent Leaders want to change and improve our mental health system, including the effort to bring back mental health services to the South and West Sides of Chicago: https://lnkd.in/gd6uV5gu

We are proud to join the province of Ontario in announcing a new mental health program for the province's public safety organizations, public safety personnel and their families. Titled?Warrior Health, this new program combines over 300 years of expertise through a first of its kind consortium partnership that includes?Wounded Warriors Canada , Homewood Health, CAMH, Trillium Health Partners, and Boots on the Ground. This program has been made possible due to Ontario’s $32 million investment to help ensure those who keep our province safe receive the culturally specific and trauma-informed care they need and deserve: https://lnkd.in/gdwcsA9R Mark Baxter Michael S. Kerzner Dr. Michael Tibollo, PsyD Jared Landry Alison Cocking Sylvia Jones Matthew Pegg