Mental Health Supports, Peer and Family, Substance Abuse
You never have to deal with mental health challenges, substance abuse recovery, or healing from grief alone. Support groups offer a safe and encouraging place to connect with others who are going through or have gone through similar experiences in life. Benefits of...Mental Health, Mental Health Supports
We’re more informed and aware about our mental health than ever before, and that’s especially true for younger people. Yet, while we may be more open to the idea of therapy, a lot of people think that it’s too expensive to even consider. It’s true that mental health...Mental Health, Mental Health Supports, Military and Veterans
Many people believe that depression is something that will go away just by toughing it out. Individuals who serve in the military, or those that have served, are especially subject to the instilled demands and expectations of readiness which perpetuate the idea that...Crisis, Mental Health Supports
Written by Staci Young, LPC, ACS When a Loved One Dies by Suicide, We’re Left With Confusing and Overwhelming Feelings When someone completes a suicide, those left behind often feel symptoms of survivor’s guilt – overwhelming feelings of confusion, unworthiness,...Crisis, Mental Health Supports
Your Crisis Doesn’t End When You Get Off the Phone In this video, Staci Young from the Region Five crisis call center explains what our Care Navigation service is all about. When you call in to the Region Five crisis center, our support doesn’t end when you get...Community Members, Community Service Boards, Mental Health Supports
Therapy is within your reach even if you feel you cannot afford help for your mental health. In Virginia, local Community Services Boards (CSBs) are responsible for supporting mental health care within each region. Region Five supports coastal and southeastern...