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Polaris Presents at 2011 CANS Conference
Polaris presented at this year's CANS Conference on using clinical data to develop predictive algorithms that can be used to enhance treatment planning and management. - May 26, 2011 - Polaris Health Directions
Former Chief's New Book "Poverty Cops" Inner Darkness Aims to Help Cops Suffering from Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (P.T.S.D)
Generation - Help is promoting the book Poverty Cops "Inner Darkness" which is mysteriously gripping as the author and former chief of police writes about true stories on the frontlines of police work. His effort to curb and prevent police suicide as a result of posttraumatic stress disorder will keep readers on the edge of their seats. David R. Dicks believes PTSD is the rotten core that destroys our frontline professionals. - May 25, 2011 - Generation Films
Technology in Therapy Certificate Programmes - from Email to Avatars
To meet the training needs of individuals and organizations seeking to deliver online mental health services, the Online Therapy Institute has launched several online modules ranging from email to avatars. - May 23, 2011 - Online Therapy Institute
New Program Helps Teens Break Free from ED
Mirasol Eating Disorder Recovery Centers is expanding its acclaimed integrative residential program for eating disorders to include teen girls ages 12 to 17. Like Mirasol's adult program, Mirasol Teen combines CBT and DBT with a wide variety experiential therapies, including art therapy, equine... - May 18, 2011 - Mirasol Eating Disorder Recovery Centers
The Secret Suffering: How Trauma Affects the Brain
Michele Rosenthal joins Seaview Radio with her new show “Your Life After Trauma” Thursday nights at 7- 8PM EST. - May 15, 2011 - Heal My PTSD, LLC
Canadian Military Begins Using New Version of Polaris’s Mental Health Assessment System
Polaris has implemented the latest version of its mental health outcomes assessment system at the Stadacona clinic, a medical facility in Halifax, N.S., that serves the Canadian Forces, giving them access to a host of new features, including an expanded measure for PTSD. - May 11, 2011 - Polaris Health Directions
Townspeople Opens 34 Affordable and Supportive Apartments for People with Special Needs: Grand Opening, May 12, 2011
Townspeople, a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO), continues providing quality, affordable and supportive housing for low-income people in San Diego with the opening of its latest acquisition/rehab property in Normal Heights. The building will celebrate its grand opening with a... - May 03, 2011 - Townspeople
American Psychiatric Association Reviews the Science and International Recognition of Parental Alienation Disorder
CSPAS Conference Scheduled to Take Place May 28th and May 29th to Discuss “Treatment Solutions for The Alienated Child.” - April 30, 2011 - CSPAS
Students Design Sensory Toy for Children with Autism at Stevens Institute of Technology
Three Mechanical Engineering students at Stevens Institute of Technology are using their Senior Design project to create a toy for children with autism that will aid in children's development through play therapy. - April 28, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Magnolia Creek Treatment Center for Eating Disorders Donates 45 Days of Residential and/or Partial-Hospitalization Treatment
For the second year in a row, Magnolia Creek Treatment Center for Eating Disorders is providing a comprehensive eating disorder treatment to those most in need through partnership with the Manna Scholarship Fund. Together, Manna and Magnolia Creek will award 90 days worth of treatment to a... - April 08, 2011 - Magnolia Creek Treatment Center for Eating Disorders
TFI Envision Working with Keystone House to Extend New Branding to Signage
The application of the new Keystone House, Inc. brand, designed by TFI Envision, is in the process of being extended to signage for the new facility in Norwalk, CT. Exterior signage will play an important role in literally bringing greater visibility Keystone. Keystone is committed to creating a... - April 02, 2011 - TFI Envision, Inc.
PTSD Caregivers: Secondary Posttraumatic Stress Population Gets Support
Heal My PTSD, an organization for posttraumatic stress syndrome education and support, launches complimentary PTSD Caregiver Teleseminars on Thursday, April 28, 2011, at 6pm EST. - April 01, 2011 - Heal My PTSD, LLC
Local Doctor Punyamurtula Kishore Presents at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 28th Annual BRFSS Conference
Local doctor Punyamurtula Kishore, MD, MPH, FASAM presented his paper “Epidemiology and Surveillance of a Disease State in a Primary Care Practice,” at the CDC’s 28th Annual BRFSS Conference in Atlanta, GA. - March 31, 2011 - Preventive Medicine Associates Inc.
Naperville Clinical Services Launches Support Group for Mothers Suffering from Postpartum Depression
Bringing a new baby into the family can be a joyous, exhilarating time. But for some women, the experience can be stressful and overwhelming, leading to symptoms of postpartum depression—a debilitating condition suffered by up to 15 percent of mothers who have recently given birth. Unlike... - March 19, 2011 - Naperville Clinical Services
Naperville Clinical Services Adds Psychologist to Staff
Naperville Clinical Service—a group practice in Naperville dedicated to providing high quality therapy to individuals, couples and families throughout the western suburbs—has added a new licensed clinical psychologist to its staff: Joel D. Carnazzo, Psy.D. Dr. Carnazzo provides... - March 19, 2011 - Naperville Clinical Services
Naperville Clinical Services Launches Social Skill-Building Group for Middle School-Aged Boys
Boys, they say, will be boys. And that can be a big problem by the time they get to middle school, say the experts. But it isn’t rambunctious or mischievous behavior that's the issue. Instead, a bigger problem for many sixth- to eighth-grade boys is something that society in general has long... - March 19, 2011 - Naperville Clinical Services
Naperville Clinical Services Helps Athletes and Teams Improve Scores, Times
Sometimes a coach’s halftime pep talk isn’t enough. And a personal trainer shouting clichéd inspirational slogans at you doesn’t always work, either. The truth is, even the most accomplished athletes can often fall short of their aspirations to succeed on any given day due... - March 19, 2011 - Naperville Clinical Services
The Institute for Rapid Resolution Therapy Partners with the University of Portland and Manatee Glens for PTSD Research Study
The Institute for Rapid Resolution Therapy has partnered with the University of Portland and Manatee Glens to conduct a research study to scientifically demonstrate the effectiveness of Rapid Resolution Therapy™ (RRT) for the treatment of trauma patients, specifically those suffering from... - March 19, 2011 - The Institute for Rapid Resolution Therapy
Jennifer Spencer, Psy.D., Joins Team at Naperville Clinical Services
Jennifer Spencer, Psy.D., a licensed clinical psychologist, has joined the team of clinicians at Naperville Clinical Service - a group practice in Naperville dedicated to providing high quality therapy to individuals, couples and families throughout the western suburbs. Dr. Spencer provides... - March 17, 2011 - Naperville Clinical Services
Distance Credentialed Counselor (DCC™) Training is Now Available Online
Online Therapy Institute has collaborated with ReadyMinds to help create the new curriculum for the Distance Credentialed Counselor (DCC™) Training. The ReadyMinds DCC Training Program prepares qualified trainees who wish to apply for the DCC credential offered by the Center for Credentialing & Education (CCE), an affiliate of the NBCC®. - March 13, 2011 - Online Therapy Institute
Bluebonnet Trails and Pick With Austin, Inc., Launch Suicide Prevention Partnership; Target Young Central Texans Through Music
Round Rock based charity, Pick With Austin, Inc., and Bluebonnet Trails Community Services are partnering to increase suicide prevention efforts targeted at youth in Central Texas. The goal of this new partnership is to identify those who will benefit from services provided by Pick With Austin, Inc. and positively impact families, teens and youth in crisis. - March 12, 2011 - Pick With Austin, Inc.
My Meaningful Life: The Eleven Principles of Transformation. You Can Bounce After a Loss.
This is an empowering and insightful seminar to help people facing a present or past loss. People will leave the seminar knowing they have the necessary resources to transform any transition in their lives. - March 04, 2011 - Ligia M. Houben
New Landmark Publication on Humanistic Psychotherapy Released
After more than a decade of research, clinical work, and writing, a new comprehensive model of humanistic psychotherapy is published. - March 03, 2011 - Bauu Institute and Press
Finding More Balance & Ease with Dementia Caregiving
Holly Eburne's husband was diagnosed with Frontotemporal dementia 4 years ago at age 57. Holly will share tips on how she worked through the lowest point in her life to find a more peaceful and balanced life than before her husband's illness. - February 28, 2011 - Dementia Hope
Dr. Quintal & Associates Partner with Manatee Glens for Rapid Resolution Therapy Research Study
Dr. Quintal & Associates, in association with the Institute for Rapid Resolution Therapy and the University of Portland, have partnered with Manatee Glens to conduct a research study to scientifically demonstrate the effectiveness of Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT) for the treatment of trauma... - February 25, 2011 - Dr. Quintal & Associates
New Study Published by the World Psychiatric Association: Income Inequalities Increased the Occurrence of Depression and Suicide Attempts During the Recent Financial Cris
Due to the recent economic crisis, an increase of health inequalities between socio-economic groups has been noticed in both developed and developing countries. The World Health Organization, the World Bank and the United Nations Development Programme have all reported these inequalities and... - February 25, 2011 - World Psychiatric Association
International Conference April 6 on Deteriorating Condition of Men and Boys
Seeking Solutions to Problems of men and boys Academicians, Researchers and Ad Industry Leaders to focus on male problems at April 6 Conference The program will also be available via the internet to registered participants. Edward M. Stephens, M.D., FMS founder and chair, notes that the... - February 23, 2011 - Foundation for Male Studies
Portrait Health Centers Launch On-Line Nurse Navigator for ADHD
The Portrait Health Centers for the Healing Arts, a multi-specialty evaluation center specializing in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and learning disabilities announced today the availability of a new internet resource to assist families who face the continuous challenges of ADHD. - February 17, 2011 - Portrait Health Centers
New Facebook Fan Page URL for International Suicide Prevention Association
The IASP has shortened its Facebook Fan page URL to: facebook.com/IASPinfo in order to offer Facebook and Web users easy access to the page. - February 17, 2011 - International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP)
Rage and Behavioral Problems in Adolescents is Focus of February 23 Webinar
NJCTS Presents Strategies in Wednesday Webinar Series. - February 17, 2011 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Portrait Health Centers Announce New Non-Invasive Tool to Help Diagnose ADHD and Evaluate Treatment Options
The Portrait Health Centers of Buffalo Grove announces the availability of a new ADHD diagnostic and assessment tool. With this new resource, Portrait Health Centers can aid physicians and parents in determining the appropriateness of an ADHD diagnosis and quantitatively evaluate the effectiveness of drug treatment. - February 13, 2011 - Portrait Health Centers
Walden Behavioral Care Names Dr. Steingard Chief Medical Officer, VP of Medical Affairs
Dr. Steingard to oversee services for eating, psychiatric disorders; Dr. Greenblatt to focus on eating disorders - February 11, 2011 - Walden Behavioral Care
Magnolia Creek Treatment Center for Eating Disorders is Pleased to Announce a Free Eating Disorder Education and Awareness Program for Colleges and Universities
In an effort to help create a healthier community for all, Magnolia Creek announces the creation of its free College Campus Partnership program. This program is designed to provide college staff with the tools and skills needed to recognize, treat and prevent eating disorders among students. - February 08, 2011 - Magnolia Creek Treatment Center for Eating Disorders
Spread the Love Product Line to Benefit Becoming Independent
Dolce Mia, a Becoming Independent (BI) employer, has offered to donate 10% of the proceeds of a new product line, Spread the Love, to BI’s Family Resource and Advocacy Center (FRAC). FRAC will receive national exposure through the marketing tools that DOLCE MIA will use to promote the product line through their reps. - February 05, 2011 - Dolce Mia Designs
Child, Adolescent Psychiatrist Joins Coastal Psychiatric Medical Associates in Del Mar, CA
Dr. Neil Alex, M.D., specializing in child and adolescent psychiatry, joins the staff of Coastal Psychiatric Medical Associates, Inc. in Del Mar, California. - February 04, 2011 - Coastal Psychiatric Medical Associates, Inc.
AIPM Offers Free Disaster Preparedness Guidebook
Learn how to handle a crisis and move forward. The American Institute for Preventive Medicine offers a free guide that helps people prepare for disasters and deal with the emotions of anxiety, guilt, confusion and fear that follow a crisis or tragedy. - January 27, 2011 - American Institute for Preventive Medicine
Couples Therapy Program Launched
Nationally recognized, Social Psychologist, Dr. Joan D. Atwood, launches a state of the art Couples Therapy Program. Based on the latest research, this state of the art couples therapy program offers couples methods for resolving issues and enhancing their relationship. - January 24, 2011 - Marriage and Family Therapists of New York
Social Psychologist Launches Anger Management Program
Dr. Joan D. Atwood, President and CEO of Marriage and Family Therapists of New York, launches another ten week state of the art Anger Management Program. In ten weeks, individuals will explore their trigger buttons, and learn the underlying causes of their anger. This program is designed to assist individuals in understanding and resolving their anger issues. A Certificate of Completion is awarded after the ten sessions are completed. - January 24, 2011 - Marriage and Family Therapists of New York
An Exclusive Interview with Actress Glenn Close About Her Work with Bring Change 2 Mind in Business Review USA
Business Review USA, the top digital media source for American business news, gets an exclusive interview with actress Glenn Close and speaks about how she got involved with and helped to create Bring Change 2 Mind, a not-for-profit organization that helps fight against the stigma associated with... - January 22, 2011 - WDM Group
Goodman Beck Publishing Releases Award-Winning Author Dr. Alan Gettis's Highly Anticipated Follow-Up to The Happiness Solution
Newest Offering Continues Dr. Gettis's Groundbreaking Healing via the Power of Storytelling. - January 20, 2011 - Goodman Beck Publishing
Selective Mutism: Coordinated Behavioral Approaches for Therapists, Parents, and Schools
New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome Wednesday Webinar series continues on February 9th. - January 15, 2011 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Neuropsychiatrist Investigates Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Its Treatment with Neurofeedback in New, Innovative Book
Werner Van den Bergh, M.D, a neurologist and neuropsychiatrist, provides an advanced, in-depth exploration of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and its treatment with neurofeedback in a new innovative book. - January 13, 2011 - BMED Press LLC
Online Therapy Institute Partners with the Institute for Life Coach Training to Provide Therapists and Coaches with Training and Resources About Online Coaching
Coaches and other helping professionals who want to connect with clients using the internet now have resources at the ready. Online Therapy Institute and the Institute for Life Coach Training are partnering to advance online coaching and counseling standards worldwide. - January 10, 2011 - Online Therapy Institute
Do I Really Have an Addiction Problem? Lifescapes Counseling Offers Help
How to know if you or a loved one has a drinking/drug problem, plus local treatment options for intervention, rehabiliatation, therapy, and group support available in the Triangle, NC area. Information provided by Amy Benton Moulds, MEd, NCC, LPC (NC Licensed Professional Counselor) at Lifescapes Counseling Associates, PLLC. - January 07, 2011 - Lifescapes Counseling Associates, PLLC
AdLife HomeCare LLC Helping Seniors Stay Independent in Their Homes with Greater Confidence, Quality and Client Assurance. AdLife is Now CQA Certified.
AdLife HomeCare LLC, locally owned and operated by Renee and Tom Adams, provides an affordable solution for older individuals and couples who, though may be capable of managing their own physical needs, require non-medical assistance such as: light housework, meal preparation, companionship and personal care allowing them to confidently remain at home. Adlife differentiates itself from the competition with its comprehensive caregiver selection, screening and testing programs. - January 07, 2011 - AdLife HomeCare LLC
Counseling Center for Children & Families Opens in Montgomeryville/Lansdale, Pennsylvania Area
The Counseling Center at Heritage, a new counseling center dedicated to meeting the unique needs of children, adolescents and families opens its doors on January 3, 2011. The center will give families seeking counseling in the Montgomeryville/Lansdale, Pennsylvania area new options in approaches to... - January 04, 2011 - Counseling Center at Heritage, LLC
Walden Behavioral Care to Open Worcester Office for Treating Eating Disorders
One of the country's leading hospitals for treating eating disorders, Walden is opening a Worcester office based on feedback from local healthcare professionals. - December 23, 2010 - Walden Behavioral Care
Board Certified Coach - New Credential Recognizes Masters and Doctoral Level Professionals
The over 45,000 member strong National Board of Certified Counselor’s (NBCC) affiliate, the Center for Credentialing & Education (CCE) names the Institute for Life Coach Training as its first provider of training for their new Board Certified Coach (BCC) credential. With all of the... - December 21, 2010 - Institute for Life Coach Training
Polaris Health Directions Welcomes Two New Clients
Polaris is pleased to announce its new clients: Sunny Hills Services and The Bridge Health Clinics & Research Centers, Inc. - December 17, 2010 - Polaris Health Directions
Stairways Behavioral Health Ranked #18 Among Best Places to Work in PA in 2010
Stairways Behavioral Health is named among top 20 of the Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania for the fifth year. - December 08, 2010 - Stairways Behavioral Health