Spirituality and Mental Health When I worked as a counselor in adolescent and adult substance use disorder treatment programs, we completed an assessment at the start of work together with a new client. It was called a bio-psycho-social assessment. The intent was to gather information for a jumping off point with our work to support […]
A Twist on Gifts for the Holiday Season
I have been staring at an empty sheet of paper, this year’s Christmas List. I am a list maker. I come from a long line of list-makers. It helps me stay organized and on track. It draws down wispy inclinations into concrete ideas. I feel creative and productive. My lists sometimes even embolden me to […]