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New Vitae Mental Health Center Receives Joint Commission Accreditation
Bucks County Behavioral Health Facility Meets High Standards of Quality - August 08, 2013 - New Vitae Wellness and Recovery
Center for Autism and Related Disorders Addresses Autism Epidemic by Opening State-of-the-Art Treatment Center in San Marcos
Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) will host the grand opening of its San Marcos autism treatment center on Saturday, August 17, 2013, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., located at 334 Via Vera Cruz. - August 04, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Nashville Hubbard Dianetics Foundation Raises Awareness About the Mind
The Nashville Hubbard Dianetics Foundation is a department of the Church of Scientology which helps individuals to address and resolve moments of pain and unconsciousness from their past. - August 03, 2013 - Dianetics Seminar
New Study Examines Impact of Military Deployment on Families
Seeking Civilian and Military Families to Measure Psychological and Biological Markers of Stress - August 03, 2013 - University of Houston
panicLINK, the At-Home Treatment Program, Unlocks the Answer to Living Anxiety Free
A former Harvard-affiliated doctor announces the release of the panicLINK treatment program. After 30 years in practice, with over 5,000 patients treated for panic attacks, Dr. Blumberg is letting sufferers bring his office into their own homes. Those affected by anxiety can now try panicLINK — the world's most comprehensive panic relief system — free for a full 30 days. The DVD, workbook, CD, and guidebook set includes everything people with this disorder need to start living panic free. - July 30, 2013 - Out of the Blue Network, LLC
New AWARE Campaign Helps People Recognize Symptoms of Mental Illness
A public service piece (AWARE) has been released by CarePlus as a way to help identify and seek help in the case of a mental health crisis. - July 28, 2013 - Care Plus NJ, Inc.
Canopy Cove Announces New Website for Eating Disorder Treatment
Canopy Cove Eating Disorder Treatment Center, one of the country’s leading providers of treatment and care for individuals suffering from eating disorders, proudly announces the launch of their newly redeveloped website on July 18, 2013. The launch of the new website, www.canopycove.com, is... - July 22, 2013 - Canopy Cove Eating Disorder Treatment Center
Online Therapy Institute's Magazine is Still Free - Alongside Pay-What-You-Want Subscription Options
Online Therapy Institute has offered a free trade magazine for the helping professions since 2010. Now they have opted to adopt the Pay-What-You-Want business model to support continued publication of the digital resource for therapists, coaches and other helping professionals. - July 17, 2013 - Online Therapy Institute
Patrik Verstreken to be Awarded 2014 IBRO-Kemali Prize for Research in the Field of Basic and Clinical Neurosciences
Young Belgian neuroscience researcher has produced seminal research on synaptic transmission and Parkinson’s disease. - July 09, 2013 - International Brain Research Organization (IBRO)
Profiles Promotions Announces New Marketing Campaign for Mental Health Client Hanbleceya
Hanbleceya operates facilities in the San Diego area and Seattle area, offering treatment for patients with all types of mental illnesses. - June 28, 2013 - Profiles Promotions
Psychology Consultants Inc. to Promote Ohio Employment 2013
Psychology Consultants Inc. will air this weekend, Sunday June 23rd at 11:30 on Channel 3’s Golden Opportunities. Psychology Consultants Inc. is expanding further into Northeast Ohio in 2013. For the second year in a row, Psychology Consultants announces its search for local Ohio Licensed... - June 21, 2013 - Psychology Consultants Inc.
A Layman’s Guide to Managing Fear Gathers Numerous Positive Reviews
Stan Popovich’s popular book “A Layman’s Guide to Managing Fear Using Psychology, Christianity and Non Resistant Methods” has gathered many positive reviews recently. Mr. Popovich’s book focuses on various techniques on how to manage fear, anxiety, stress, addiction,... - June 15, 2013 - managingfear.com
Local ADHD Expert to Speak at World’s Only Adult ADHD-Exclusive Conference
ADDA, the Attention Deficit Disorder Association, is proud to feature Granite Bay’s own Laurie Dupar, PMHNP, RN, PCC as a speaker at the upcoming 14th International Adult ADHD Conference, the world’s largest gathering on adult ADHD, taking place in Detroit, Michigan from July 18-21 at... - June 13, 2013 - Coaching for ADHD
Rogers Memorial Hospital Receives Community Distinction Award
Waukesha County Business Alliance and Biz Times Media present Rogers with Community Distinction Award during the Top 10 Businesses Award Luncheon. - June 12, 2013 - Rogers Memorial Hospital
AIO Technology to Offer OpenEMRCloud
AIO Technology is now offering OpenEMR as a Cloud service out of its Minneapolis based data center. OpenEMR is an open-source system that is a medical practice management, electronic medical records, prescription writing, and medical billing solution. OpenEMR is ONC-ATB Ambulatory EHR 2011-2012... - June 04, 2013 - AIO Technology
It Weren't for Our Brains We Would be Well; Discover How Our Intelligence Can Keep Us from Doing What We Know to do
Humanity pays a price for having a highly creative brain that has created, without our knowledge or permission, the “self,” an image of who our brain thinks we are that operates under its own rules, with the power to keep us from doing what we know to do. - June 03, 2013 - A Better Way of Thinking
Antipsychotic Drug Market and Forecasts, 2013 to 2018 Research Report Submitted by Transparency Market Research
Transparency Market Research Report Adds "Antipsychotic Drugs Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, And Forecast, 2012 - 2018" to its database. - May 25, 2013 - Transparency Market Research
University of Houston Opens Anxiety and Health Research Lab Substance Use Treatment Clinic
Clinical Research Lab Provides Free Evaluation and Treatment for Anxiety and Substance Use - May 19, 2013 - University of Houston
Lev Leytzan’s Elderhearts Program Receives Grant from Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
Lev Leytzan’s Elderheart progam was recently awarded a $5,000 grant from the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA). Elderhearts, the newest of Lev Leytzan’s programs, reaches out to people with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias with interactive experiences designed... - May 09, 2013 - Lev Leytzan: The Heart of Therapeutic Clowning, Inc.
International Resiliency Experts to Gather for Conference at Reed College
Join an international panel of Resiliency experts for this interactive conference exploring how people in different cultures and situations respond to difficult circumstances. Runs concurrently with the 37th annual Summer Institute for Intercultural Communication on the Reed College campus. (Separate registration required.) - May 09, 2013 - Al Siebert Resiliency Center
Dennis Blackman, LPC, LADC, Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dennis Blackman, LPC, LADC, of Atoka, Oklahoma has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Dennis Blackman, LPC, LADC Mr. Blackman has over 11 years experience in the healthcare... - May 03, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Letting Go: Compelling Fictionalized Autobiography Raises Vital Funds & Awareness for Suicide Prevention
Based on her experiences as a suicide survivor, Carrie Lange’s "Letting Go" hopes to save lives by giving pause to someone who is contemplating suicide, if only long enough for them to reach out for the help they need. With all profits donated to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, Lange is working voraciously to give thousands the help and support they need to stay alive. - April 30, 2013 - Carrie Lange
Why Should Psychologist and Counselors Pay Special Attention to Latinos in May?
During the month of May special attention is dedicated to the importance of mental well-being and holistic wellness. May is the National Mental Health Month and many mental health professionals emphasize the importance of living complete general, mental and social well-being. According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, poverty level affects mental health status. - April 27, 2013 - Alaniz Counseling and Behavioral Center
PatientClick® Selected by Maryland Health Care Commission for Product Portfolio
PatientClick EHR SaaS application selected by MHCC eliminates the stress of the selection process for Clinical Staff, and the costly integration process. Providers from State of Maryland will get special discounted price and additional services at much lower price as part of this program. - April 26, 2013 - PatientClick
Pennyroyal Studio and Autism Speaks Release Puzzle Piece Charm
Pennyroyal Studio and Autism Speaks announce collaborative sterling silver Puzzle Piece Charm to benefit Autism Speaks. - April 23, 2013 - Pennyroyal Studio
Boston Tragedy: What Happens Next Matters Most
Author and resilience expert provides solutions for dealing with the mental and emotional impact of the Boston marathon bombing. - April 19, 2013 - Cheryl Hunter International
Concept Healthcare Unveils New Website to Serve as Complete Training Resource for Nursing Home Industry
Concept Healthcare, an innovator in the delivery of online training and resources for psychologists and behavioral/healthcare professionals, today announced the launch of its new website. This site brings together an extensive collection of training, resources and tools all in one easy to use location where visitors can easily search, review, share and purchase with just a few clicks. - April 16, 2013 - Concept Healthcare
Litesprite Selected as Finalist in Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Games to Generate Data Challenge
Company’s innovative game is designed to help people manage anxiety and depression through gameplay. - April 12, 2013 - Litesprite
Valley Services Receives Best of Utah Award for Best Humanitarian Organization
Valley Mental Health is delighted to announce that Valley Services has received the prestigious Best of Utah – Humanitarian Organization Award. - April 10, 2013 - Valley Mental Health Foundation
The Cottages at Clear Lake Opens an Additional Luxury Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Residence
The Cottages at Clear Lake, an assisted living residence specializing in care of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory disorders, completed an additional luxury residence, The North Cottage, that is now open. These high-end, luxury residences are unique in their design and... - April 07, 2013 - The Cottages at Chandler Creek
Valley Mental Health Taking a New Direction
VMH Expands Management Team - April 06, 2013 - Valley Mental Health Foundation
Harley Street Trance Specialist Voted "Hypnotherapist of the Year"
Harley Street Hypnotherapist, Trevor Hoskisson, receives international recognition as "Hypnotherapist of the Year" at the Association of Professional Coaches, Trainers and Consultants Annual Awards Ceremony. - April 04, 2013 - Advanced Hypnotherapy UK
International Dementia Conference 2013, Phoeonix
The International Dementia Conference 2013 is coming to Phoenix, Arizon. This event is both sponsored and hosted by Dementia Therapy Specialists US and Dementia Doctor UK. The all inclusive conference is aimed at everyone working on the front line of dementia care, including ED's, Administrators, doctors and nurses of all disciplines, Home Managers, Care Workers, Social Workers, Researchers, educators and of course people living with dementia. - April 03, 2013 - Dementia Therapy Specialists
CarePlus Foundation Announces 15th Annual Courage Awards Gala
Paramus based CarePlus Foundation will honor local community members at its 15th Annual Courage Awards Gala on May 29, 2013. - March 23, 2013 - Care Plus Foundation
Virginia Z. Gordon, Recently Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Virginia Z. Gordon of Towson, Maryland, has recently been recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2013 for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Mental Health. About Virginia Z. Gordon Virginia Z. Gordon is a Licensed... - March 21, 2013 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $25,000 Grant to Boulder Crest Retreat
Donation to new Virginia facility to provide therapeutic services for wounded warriors. - March 20, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
La Frontera Arizona – EMPACT-SPC Hosts Inaugural “Extreme Empact” VIP Event at US Airways Center
The Board of Directors at La Frontera Arizona – EMPACT-SPC called on the Phoenix Suns this year to host, help publicize and raise awareness of their first annual Extreme Empact VIP event, launching the “Reach Out. Check In. Save a Life” Campaign. This successful event was held on... - March 07, 2013 - La Frontera-EMPACT SPC
Through The Withering Storm: A Brief History of a Mental Illness Now Available in Paperback in Time for Bipolar Awareness Month
Through the Withering Storm, a book by Leif Gregersen, up until now only available as an ebook, has now been re-edited and released on amazon. This book tells the story of one young man's broken dreams and shattered relationships as he deals with Bipolar Disorder. - February 26, 2013 - Leif Gregersen
Mattie Miracle Sponsors Multidisciplinary Think Tank to Develop Psychosocial Standards of Care for Childhood Cancer
Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation sponsored a multidisciplinary think tank for the development of standards of care for the psychosocial needs of children and families with childhood cancer. The Think Tank was held at the American Psychosocial Oncology Society's (APOS) 10th annual conference in February 2013. Mattie Miracle also received the APOS Outstanding Community Service Award for 2013 during the conference. - February 24, 2013 - Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation
Love Builder - a Relationship Building App for Couples
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Dr. Sally Palaian launches a free and fun relationship app designed to help couples grow closer together. Love Builder, a free app on iPhone® and Android™ helps couples grow their relationship together. The app provides fun and spontaneous... - February 06, 2013 - Positive Self Center
Capita Conferences Announce Their National Transforming Mental Health Conference – 26 March 2013, London
Seize this opportunity to hear from and network with mental health leaders from across the country. And learn how to contribute to the transformation of mental health. - February 03, 2013 - Capita Conferences
Capita Conferences Announce Their National Improving Mental Health Services in the Criminal Justice System Conference – 29 April 2013, London
The revisiting of Lord Bradley’s recommendations and the Government’s commitment to improve liaison and diversion services, present new opportunities for effective joint working at a local level. Improving Mental Health Services in the Criminal Justice System Conference is a great opportunity to prepare for the new health commissioning landscape which comes into force in April 2013, and meet the deadline of implementing effective liaison and diversion services at all police custody suites. - February 02, 2013 - Capita Conferences
Praise for Terremoto Grande's Saddle Up, Charlie from the Mental Health Community
Saddle Up, Charlie appears at first blush to be a sports book, the life story of an All-American football player. Keep reading; push beyond the tales of yards gained and touchdowns scored and you will learn about the cruelty of bi-polar disorder. - January 31, 2013 - Terremoto Grande Publishing
Empathic and Polaris Join Forces to Help Improve the Delivery of Behavioral Health Care
The merging of Polaris's and Empathic's systems will provide a powerful solution for improving therapeutic outcomes: Clinicians will have more time for their patients, and a wealth of clinical data at their fingertips to help ensure patients receive the best course of care the first time around. - January 25, 2013 - Polaris Health Directions
Clinical Workshop on Tourette Syndrome and OCD Coming March 1 to Rutgers University
The New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome & Associated Disorders (NJCTS) will present "Beyond The Basics: Habit Reversal Training & Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy for Tourette Syndrome & Obsessive Compulsive Disorder." - January 10, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Social Workers, School Nurses Delve Into Treatment Approaches for Tourette Syndrome at Monmouth University Workshop
Dr. Richard Zakreski discussed the prevalence of co-morbid diagnosis with disorders such as anxiety, OCD, ADHD, depression and other conditions in the treatment of children and adolescents. - January 04, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
New Language Classes Set to Begin January 15 at Maria Oliveira’s Language Learning Center
New Language Classes for Healthcare and Social services, online classes, language immersion program. - December 24, 2012 - Maria Oliveira
Tracy Crain Offers High-Quality Counseling Services to Tarrant County, Texas Residents
Tracy Crain, based out of Colleyville, Texas, understands that it can be healing to voice your troubles, worries and fears. Tracy Crain offers top-quality counseling and therapy at Tarrant County Counseling - her areas of expertise include addiction, sexual abuse, family and marriage counseling. - December 20, 2012 - Tracy Crain
3-C Family Services Launches Enhanced Website
Research-based Clinical Practice Updates Online Experience in Effort to Make Process Easier for Clients. - December 19, 2012 - 3-C Family Services
The Tennessee Divorce Client's Handbook: What Every Divorcing Spouse Needs to Know is Now Available on Amazon.com and Kindle
The Tennessee Divorce Client's Handbook, authored by Memphis divorce attorney Miles Mason, Sr., offers practical advice to individuals considering the possibility of divorce. This advice covers a wide variety of topics, such as what steps should be taken first, changing bank accounts, hiring a divorce team, and mediation do’s and don’ts. It also covers Tennessee-specific laws on child support, alimony, custody and parenting plans, and property division. - December 13, 2012 - Miles Mason Family Law Group, PLC