How to stay safe when returning to work
For some of us, going back to work is inevitable. Depending on where you live, businesses are opening and closing, re-opening and shutting down again. Through all of the confusion, …
Self-help
Staying Safe During the Holidays
The CDC is urging Americans not to congregate with people outside their immediate household. Does that mean Thanksgiving is canceled? In a word, no. All this means is we should …
Relaxation Techniques
By Brandi Bellamy, AMFT, PPS “Just relax” are two words that sound so simple, but in reality, it is hard to do when you feel like things are out of …
Coping with A Disaster-Within-A-Disaster
As hundreds of fires burn across California, many parents and teens are struggling to cope with not only the physical impact of the wildfires but also the mental health impact …
Helpful ways to cope with racial discrimination
By Brandi Bellamy, AMFT, PPS We don’t always associate race impacting our mental health, but the fact is for a lot of us, the color of our skin or perceived …
Tips for parental self-care
This is a stressful time. And it’s ok to acknowledge that. Chances are you’ve been running around since March trying to keep it together — working from home and/or trying …
How to speak up while staying safe
We are living through history. While that was already true with the coronavirus pandemic, the protests around the country in response to the police murder of George Floyd have cemented …
How to stay digitally connected when money is tight
Food, clothing, and shelter have always been considered essential expenses. Since it’s 2020, let’s add Internet to that list. Aside from using the internet to keep up with school, you …
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Meals you can make without a stove
Sometimes the thought of cooking can feel overwhelming. Maybe you don’t know where to start, or maybe you’re trying to use as little gas and electricity as possible. With cooking …
Ideas for meals you can make with canned foods
Canned foods can bring up a lot of feelings. Some folks love ’em, some folks hate ’em. Some of us have our favorite go-to brand or canned vegetable, while others …