Suicide Prevention

Suicide can feel uncomfortable to discuss, but it is a topic we cannot afford to stay silent about. Suicidal ideations can affect anybody. It affects people of every age, background, and community, leaving a lasting impact on families, friends, and communities. Although it’s a difficult topic to talk about, reaching out if you, or someone you know is struggling, can help make a meaningful difference. During September, we want […]

Stress and Its Impact

Stress is a universal experience that people from all walks of life encounter. Although stress is common and often unavoidable, it frequently gets dismissed and doesn’t receive the proper attention. In reality, stress not only affects your emotional health, but it can disrupt your overall health and wellbeing too. Stress occurs when the body endures […]

Using Art to Dispel Stigma

SBS’s Say It Out Loud campaign works to dispel the stigma and connect those in need with the help that makes lives better. People of all ages are encouraged to submit works in a wide variety of media to help everyone Say It Out Loud and use art therapy as an expression of their emotions!

Mental Health Days

We all know the signs of being sick. You know the feeling of waking up with a sore throat or having aches and pains. Taking a sick day or break when you’re feeling under the weather feels like an easy choice when you’re physically feeling the effects. Taking a break and letting your body rest when sick can help you recover faster.

A Unique Mental Health Perspective

Every year about 44 million American adults will experience a serious mental health condition, and less than half will seek treatment. There are many reasons people choose not to seek treatment for their mental health struggles. A significant factor is being afraid to face stigma and discrimination. One of the best ways to help end […]

The Right Therapy for You

If you’ve been thinking about starting therapy, you’ve probably done some online searching to answer a few of your questions before taking the next step to make an appointment with a therapist. It can be overwhelming when you’re already not feeling your best. Here’s what you can expect in therapy, you’ll work one-on-one with a […]

Covid-19 Winter Blues

Covid-19 Winter Blues Lacy Taylor Mental Health Therapist, Southwest Health It’s the second winter with Covid-19 still hanging around, putting a damper on the already rough Wisconsin winters.  There was a hopeful feeling in the air this past summer with most people getting vaccinated, helping to relieve any stress and anxiety-related to the virus.  But […]