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THIS EMOTIONAL LIFE opens a window into real lives, exploring ways to improve our social relationships, cope with emotional issues, and become more positive, resilient individuals. Hosted by Daniel Gilbert, Harvard psychologist and best-selling author of Stumbling on Happiness. Watch insightful videos, get help and more information, and connect with others at http://www.pbs.org/thisemotionallife
ZERO TO THREE:
Infants and young children have the ability to regulate their food intake according to their energy needs, and parents play an important role in facilitating their self-regulation. When overweight children learn to eat in accordance with feelings of hunger and fullness and learn to soothe themselves without eating, they will reduce their caloric intake and normalize their weight. In this article the author illustrates these principles in a case study of the treatment of a 2-year-old boy with morbid obesity. Read this free article now: http://tinyurl.com/29fewzn
THE CHILDTRAUMA ACADEMY
A not-for-profit organization, based in Houston, Texas, working to improve the lives of high-risk children through direct service, research and education.
THE LIFESPAN LEARNING INSTITUTE
For nearly twenty years Lifespan Learning Institute has brought together leading experts from around the world to present their latest research and critical thinking.
THE INSTITUTE OF CHILD DEVELOPMENT
The institute strives to help children suffering the effects of early trauma, abuse or neglect. They conduct research to deepen understanding about the complex needs of these children and how and why these harmful experiences can impair development and lead to social, behavioral and emotional problems.
Ana Leon, PhD explores the importance of understanding the different Latino cultures when dealing with social work issues.
1-2 I look up to the mountains; does my strength come from mountains?
No, my strength comes from God,
who made heaven, and earth, and mountains.
When we’re worried, God can reassure us. When we’re sad, God can comfort us. When our hearts are broken, God is not just near; He is here. So we must lift our thoughts and prayers to Him. When we do, He will answer our prayers. Why? Because He is our shepherd, and He has promised to protect us now and forever.
God is God whether we recognize it or not. Nothing about that can change, except us.~Lisa Whelchel
Either we are adrift in chaos or we are individuals, created, loved, upheld and placed purposefully, exactly where we are. Can you believe that? Can you trust God for that?~Elisabeth Elliot
God is in control, and therefore in everything I can give thanks, not because of the situation, but because of the One who directs and rules over it. ~Kay Arthur
The choice for me is to either look at all things I have lost or the things I have. To live in fear or to live in hope. Hope comes from knowing I have a sovereign, loving God who is in every event in my life. ~Lisa Beamer
This is a great short article about the Latino community in the United States and adequate mental health. Cultural issues get in the way of needed mental health services. Access to care is a serious problem. Latino youth are especially at risk.
There are a lot of needs and a number of opportunities for us to reach out and help. Here are some great organizations that offer a number of ways for aiding the people of Haiti.
http://www.water.cc/initiatives/haiti/
http://www.one.org/blog/category/earthquake-in-haiti/?aux=27
Business thinkers: celebrate the holiday season with the gift of great ideas.
Seth Godin, the innovator, writer, and blogger guru, has persuaded 70 other innovators, writers, and bloggers to participate in a project he calls What Matters Now. Click here to download for FREE.
The idea is simple: Each of them suggests one word that all of us should think about in 2010, and then takes one page to explain why and how that word matters.
Caution: once you start reading it, you might not be able to put it down (or click the X button, since you will probably be reading it on your screen). Unfortunately, nothing about this collection of ideas will close your eyes or put you to sleep. But if you put some of these eye-opening ideas to work, they may just help you to sleep more soundly in 2010, which promises to be another year of challenge and change.
Have you ever heard this term before? What do you think it means?
I agree with the definition found here: Infant Mental Health * Houston
I plan to attend the next meeting in Houston for Infant Mental Health providers scheduled for Monday, January 4, 2010 12:00-2:00 PM.
DePelchin Children's Center
4950 Memorial Drive Conf. Room F
Houston, TX 77007
The meeting is designed to help Infant Mental Health providers in private and public practice by:
* Offering continuing education programs
* Presenting opportunities for professional growth
* Exchanging information
* Providing a networking forum
* Sharing experiences
* Reducing practitioner isolation
* Acting as a voice to promote infant mental health
I would love to hear your thoughts about Infant Mental Health.
Medication can be helpful in the treatment of mental illness. But understanding, respect and love are incredible therapeutic tools.
Nathaniel Ayers is mentally ill. He is also a musical genius. He was discovered while living on the streets. Steve Lopez, a Los Angeles Times columnist, connected with him. This 60 Minutes clip talks about the remarkable relationship between them. Their story is the subject of a motion picture called The Soloist, starring Jamie Foxx as Nathaniel Ayers. Highly recommended. How can we continue to improve the treatment of persons with mental illness? What does Mr. Ayers' story teach us?
Here are the 3 great supervisors who were chosen to have their information featured on our website. If you (or someone you know) are looking for a great supervision experience, this is probably the right place to start your search. Choose wisely. Your LPC supervisor will most likely have a huge impact on the rest of your career as an LPC.
Do you think that it would be useful for interns and supervisors to have a website where they can share information and get connected? Of course, this service would be FREE. I have some ideas on how to do this, but I want to hear from YOU first. E-mail me at dbuenom@gmail.com or leave your comment.
Suicide is a complex issue. We need a comprehensive approach aimed at prevention.
I found some interesting facts (and the cool video) about suicide in Texas at www.texassuicideprevention.org
FACTS:
As the summer folds in for the year
and a crisp autumn breeze announces change,
so has our counseling ministry entered
graciously into a new season.
As new seasons bring about transformation, we are beginning to experience a time of change in the church and in the country that is new for many. In such times as these, there is an ever-present need to walk with the people through the valleys of life, as many are being challenged through these difficult times.
It is a time to ask ourselves, "Where does my hope come from? In whom do I truly trust?" We often put our hope and trust in the created and not in the Creator. Our joy has been to continue to see God reflected in the lives of His people even in times like these.
We invite you to come see some of the changes that have been made in the Counseling Center -changes that will help meet the needs of those who are hurting and struggling. Come and be a part of His story as we walk with God into the lives of others.
A special dedication of a memorial picture of Julianna Poor will take place at the beginning of the open house.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2009, 2-4 pm
Located on the 6th floor of
Houston's First Baptist Church
HoustonsFirst.org 713-681-8000
About 4 years ago I found a job that I loved through First Hope job ministry in Houston, TX. Not only did I find a fantastic job, I also shifted into the right career path: a career in the business of caring for the emotional and spiritual needs of others. A journey to my true calling in life. Today I hear from a lot of people who are either unemployed or dissatisfied with their current job. So I recommend they should give it a try. Show up to one of their meetings, like I did about 4 years. The meetings are free, and the folks who run the program are awesome.
I think that the practice of professional counseling includes, but is not limited to, the diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional issues, including consultation to individuals, couples, families, groups, and organizations.
I believe that counselors’ education and training should be oriented toward the adoption of a truly client-centered, and not primarily illness-centered, approach to therapy.
As a Christian counselor, I'm interested in SoulTalk: Spiritual formation and direction (Larry Crabb).
