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International Suicide Prevention Association Offers Hope During Tough Economic Times

The International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) has published a paper entitled, “Suicide and the economic depression: reflections on suicide during the Great Depression” which concludes that there was only a slight increase in deaths by suicide during the Great Depression. - January 26, 2009 - International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP)

Discovery Counseling Expands Into Lakewood Ranch, FL

Discovery Counseling expands operations by opening an office in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. - January 23, 2009 - Discovery Counseling, A Nonprofit Corporation

Smoking and Mental Illness Link: What’s the Deal?, Conversation with Dr. Green from WestBridge Community Services

Fascinating research on the link between smoking and mental illness. - January 18, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services

Anger and Miracles in the City That Never Sleeps

Bestselling author and renowned anger expert, John Lee, will be presenting two workshops at Meta Center New York on January 23 and 24 - The Miracle List: Writing, Telling and Reliving God Moments and Expressing Anger Appropriately at Home and at Work. - January 17, 2009 - John Lee Books and Seminars

“Too Much Jesus (Not Enough Whiskey)”

Tune in to www.voiceamerica.com, Health and Wellness channel to hear Mighty Sam’s interview (and music) – and many intriguing other interviews. One Hour at a Time with Mary Woods airs Mondays at 3pm EST, with all previous shows available for download at any time. - January 16, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services

My Live Therapist Launches Its Free Online Counseling Directory Service

My Live Therapist today announced that it is offering a free compreshensive online counselor directory available free of charge to the public over the Internet. The service is offered on it website, www.MyLiveTherapist.com and features hourly rates, credential, and user ratings for thousands of... - January 08, 2009 - My Live Therapist

10 Tips for Keeping the Brain Sharp Into 2009

10 Tips for Keeping the Brain Sharp Into 2009 - from www.ALZinfo.org the Alzheimer's information site brought to you by the Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation - January 04, 2009 - Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation

Free PTSD and Trauma Relief for Returning Iraq and Afghanistan Soldiers

Joanne Callahan, President of the Association for Thought Field Therapy Foundation is pleased to announce free, much-needed PTSD, trauma and stress relief for those soldiers returning from war. These easily learned, self-applied techniques, Thought Field Therapy (TFT) are based on time-honored principles of both contemporary clinical psychology and Chinese medicine to conquer PTSD, trauma, anxiety, stress and fears. - December 27, 2008 - ATFT Foundation

Dr. Rosenfeld Has Posted a New Article at His Website: the "Controversy" of ADHD

Many mistruths are perpetrated about the diagnosis of ADHD, particularly on the internet. The article written explores some of these "controversial" issues. Issues touched upon include ADHD testing, diagnosis, and treatment. - December 20, 2008 - Dr. Michael Rosenfeld

Shedding Light on Winter Depression: Healthy Being LLC and Acupuncture Arts Team Up to Bring Sunshine in a Box to Seattle

Healthy Being LLC partners with Darla Rewers and Ancient Arts - Acupuncture Services to bring "Sunshine in a Box" to the Seattle market. Healthy Being founder and naturopath, Melissa Gallagher, created "Sunshine in a Box" due to her own challenges with winter depression. - December 17, 2008 - Healthy Being LLC

Poetry Collection by Attorney, Iraq Veteran, and Former State Senate Candidate Andrew Borene

Attorney, Iraq War Veteran, and Former State Senate Candidate Andrew Borene Publishes First Poetry Book, "Blood, Sweat & Fury." Andrew Borene’s first collection of poetry, published by iUniverse, Inc. will be officially released on January 1st, 2009. - December 10, 2008 - Andrew M. Borene

Holiday Stress Tips from Top Chicago Counseling Practice Therapists

Chicago Counseling practice Urban Balance llc wants Chicago residents to know, self care is the best present to give yourself this stressful holiday season. Founding partners Lori Hall and Joyce Marter provide tips on staying healthy during stressful times like the holidays. Additionally, these two top Chicago therapists say that therapy can efficiently provide tools to make any stressful situation significantly more manageable. - December 09, 2008 - Urban Balance

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Launches New Program to Reach Out to Recently Bereaved

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) has created and launched the Survivor Outreach Program, which involves sending AFSP-trained volunteers who have lost a loved one to suicide themselves to visit with those who are recently bereaved. - December 09, 2008 - American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

New Website Offers Practical Insights and Strategies to Tame Tough Times and Tense Teams

Dr. Rhoberta Shaler, renowned psychologist, author, and Founder of the Optimize Institute in Escondido, CA, announced the launch of the new membership website, Taming Tense Times, and its business site, Taming Tense Teams. Each provides tips, insights, strategies, solutions & support to help... - December 06, 2008 - Taming Tense Times

Janis Publications is Giving 1,000 e-Book Copies of "It’s All Your Fault!" by Bill Eddy, Free to Anyone Needing Help with Personality Disorders

Bill Eddy has seen a pattern in rising blaming behavior in our society, coming from people with certain personality disorders. Though it’s a growing problem he also believes it is a predictable one, and a problem that can be managed in most cases with more understanding and some helpful tools. - December 03, 2008 - Janis Publications

How to Keep Employees Motivated, Productive and Healthy During Tough Economic Times

With unemployment rising, stress due to job and financial insecurity in the US has skyrocketed. 57 mil people in the U.S. today are suffering from emotional pain, stress, and depression. Job stress costs the U.S. industry over $300 billion annually in productivity and compensation. To help local companies to cope with rising stress, Emotional Fitness Clinic, Luminific.com, is hosting on-the-job group relaxation trainings and individual relaxation sessions. - November 27, 2008 - Luminific Health

The New Integrated Paradigm That Psychologists Have Been Waiting for is Now Here

Miklos Fodor, the author of the book 'Self-expansion: a NEW! integrated paradigm for psychology', presents the new concept that might revolutionize the social sciences. - November 25, 2008 - Psychology 2.0

Medical Billing Software .com Announces Release of Medisoft Medical Billing Software Version 14 Service Pack 1

Medical Billing Software .com today announced release of the service pack 1 of the popular Medisoft Medical Billing Software program. The service pack addresses over 75 fixes and enhancements designed to improve the popular medisoft billing software version 14 released earlier this year. Medisoft... - November 19, 2008 - MedicalBillingSoftware.com

Bob King Brings Clinical Massage Series to Cortiva Campuses

Massage therapists coast to coast can learn from one of bodywork’s best when Bob King brings his Clinical Massage Series to Cortiva campuses. With 35 years of experience, King is a massage educator, innovator and leader not to be missed. - November 19, 2008 - Cortiva Institute - Schools of Massage Therapy

Association Announces New Emotional Health Radio Show

Dr. Aldo R. Pucci, president of the National Association of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapists, announces his new call-in radio, "Your Emotional Health." The new radio show, aired each Sunday from 11:30 am - Noon eastern time, is based on the very popular and effective counseling approach... - November 17, 2008 - NACBT

Chicago Foundation Responds to Nationwide Suicide Rate Increase with Local Survivor Day

The greater Chicago/Illinois chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP-IL) will hold its annual survivors’ conference in the wake of a recent study finding that national suicide rates have increased for the first time in a decade. The greater Chicago/Illinois Survivors... - November 16, 2008 - American Foundation for Suicide Prevention/Illinois

Economic Woes Draw Many to Counseling

In a day when businesses are failing, many counselors are seeing a large influx of clients looking for help in dealing with the stresses the poor economy adds to their lives. Therapists are forced to assess severity of problems to determine the degree of urgency needed in care, much as a medical facility performs triage in an urgent care setting. One useful instrument for this purpose is the Quick Psycho Affective Symptoms Scan (QPASS). - November 06, 2008 - QPASS: Quick PsychoAffective Symptoms Scan

Capitol Care South to Host Open House on 12/3/08 Showcasing Their New Mental Health Facility

Capitol Care South, a community mental health center located in Irondale, Alabama is hosting an Open House on 12/3/08. - November 03, 2008 - Capitol Care South

UCI School of Medicine Selects Brookside Institute

Brookside Institute announced a new affiliation with University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine to provide educational training for UCI medical students. Beginning Fall 2008, UCI medical students will be participating in educational training at Brookside Institute under the supervision of... - October 31, 2008 - Brookside Institute

In Tough Economic Times, Suicide is Not the Answer Says Dr. J. Kip Matthews

According to a study just published in the December 2008 issue of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, the U.S. suicide rate climbed steadily between the years 1999 and 2005. The American Association of Suicidology reports that during periods of economic crises, the suicide rate will typically rise. With our declining economic situation in the United States, we can anticipate that this rate will continue to escalate. - October 29, 2008 - AK Counseling & Consulting, Inc.

Former Royal Marine to Help People Overcome Fears and Phobias

Former Royal Marine Andy Duncan from Birmingham has launched a new career helping people overcome their fears and phobias. Andy Duncan has used his experience of scary and dangerous situations in the Forces to set up his own company, The Fear Master. He will be tackling common phobias such as... - October 25, 2008 - The Fear Master

Doctor Discusses Mental Health Treatment for Individuals with Tourette Syndrome

New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome presents no-cost Wednesday Webinar series of informative presentations for the general public and professional development. - October 24, 2008 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome

Wall Street Special- Stress Less Lowers Cost of On-Line Stress and Anxiety Program 80% Until Market Climbs Back Above 9,500 Points

Stress Less, Inc., an on-line marketer of stress and anxiety programs and products (www.stressless.com) just announced an 80% reduction in the cost of their proprietary, on-line stress and anxiety program which teaches relaxation and stress reducing skills using cognitive behavior techniques. The... - October 17, 2008 - Stress Less, Inc.

NeuroHealth Welcomes Psychiatrist Peter T. Smith, M.D. to Its Clinical Team

NeuroHealth today announced that Peter T. Smith, M.D., has joined its team of health care providers. Dr. Smith is a licensed psychiatrist who specializes in the evaluation, treatment and/or management of a wide spectrum of mental health conditions. He has extensive experience working in a... - October 02, 2008 - NeuroHealth Management LLC

Dr. Larry James, Col (Ret) to Speak on "The Impact of War on Health Professionals" Thursday 23 Oct 2008 - Open to Public

Dr. Larry James, PhD, Col (retired) will speak on "The Impact of War on Health Professionals" on Thursday 23 October 2008 at a special Neurobiological Learning Society meeting at Argosy University Hawaii, ASB, 1001 Bishop St. Fourth Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. - Professionals and public are invited. - September 30, 2008 - Neurobiological Learning Society

The Pioneer of Medical Spas, NuU, Now Introduces Naturopathic Medicine to Their Menu of Services

NuU Medspa has earned the reputation of the Medspa Industry Giants of BOTOX® and lasers – now they can add all-natural treatments and services to their already impressive line-up of services. NuU Medical Spa brings Naturopathic Medicine into their centers to help you feel beautiful on... - September 26, 2008 - NuU Unlimited

Trichotillomania Awareness Month Open House Support Mixers In Philadelphia and Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

On Sunday, October 5, 2008 and on Wednesday, October 8, 2008, The Secret Mane Salon will host two educational open house mixers for Trichotillomania Awareness Month. - September 25, 2008 - HelpMe2Stop.org

Teen Motivation - With the Formula for Success - A New DVD

A motivational DVD helping teens "get it together" mentally, physically and spiritually. Bill Morris a former Wall Street executive and World Record holder shares his secrets. - September 18, 2008 - success4teens.com

Stop Smoking Now

Smokers are being offered two group sessions with a Licensed Psychologist to kick the habit. Dr. Hart has 28 yrs experience in the US and UK using CBT and hypnosis with addictions. - September 15, 2008 - Barry B. Hart, Ph.D.

Announcing Expansion of Neuropsychological Testing practice: Including the Assessment of Neurodevelopmental Disorders - Inlcuding ADHD, Learning Disorders, Autism, Etc.

Announcing expansion of neuropsychological testing practice. Including the assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders - inlcuding ADHD, Learning Disorders, Autism, etc. Dr. Rosenfeld is a licensed New York State Psychologist with extensive background and experience in neuropsychological testing of... - September 14, 2008 - Dr. Michael Rosenfeld

Cancer, Diabetes, Aids, Autism and Numerous Other Treatments Within Reach by Discovery of 24 Human DNAs, According to Bob Ainuu Afamasaga

New Discovered 24 DNA Sequences from Initial 64 DNA Is Foundation of New “Human Genetic Code Periodic Table” Which Will Make Research for Cures and Treatments of Cancer, Diabetes, AIDS, Autism… Easy According to Bob Ainuu Afamasaga - September 10, 2008 - ALIV LLC

Cell Phone Wellness Courses to Help Students to Overcome Shyness

iHelpWellness.com offers free innovative cell phone powered program for overcoming shyness for college students. This clinically proven innovative system helps students make real life changes by providing support, motivation and tips at any time throughout the day. - September 04, 2008 - Bright Tiger Enterprises, LLC

Medical Billing Software: Netalytics Chooses MPMsoft as Its Medical Billing Software Solutions Partner

Netalytics, a maker of automated clinic systems for addiction treatment facilities has recently chosen MPMsoft as its back-office medical billing software technology. - August 26, 2008 - Medical Billing Software - MPMsoft

New Services at HowToQuitNow.Info

HowToQuitNow.Info Inc is announcing today that it has launched its first free services in the field of helping people to quit smoking, drinking and other bad habits. Up to date the company has helped over 2300 satisfied customers to stop smoking, drinking and other bad habits. "However through... - August 26, 2008 - HowToQuitNow.Info Inc

Anissa Pfannenstiel Joins Complete Counseling Solutions Online Counseling Group

Anissa is their newest member at Complete Counseling Solutions. She has an extensive background and they are delighted to utilize her past hypnotherapy and Japanese Psychology background. - August 12, 2008 - Complete Counseling Solutions

Demand for Therapy Sessions at Harley Therapy London Defies Economic Downturn

Enquiries for Counselling continues to grow at Harley Therapy London despite Credit Crunch. - August 01, 2008 - Harley Therapy

Step by Step for Recovery, Former Henry Ford Health System Patient Travels Across Michigan to Bring Awareness to Addiction Recovery

One step at a time, Alex Maysura, 55, will challenge himself physically and spiritually as he walks more than 350 miles, from Mackinaw City to Maplegrove Center in West Bloomfield, to honor National Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery Month and share his personal journey of alcohol recovery. - August 01, 2008 - Henry Ford Health System

Motivate 4 Success, Recovery Coaches; Participate at AMHCA Conference, San Diego, CA

Counselors across the country were introduced to Recovery Coaching from Motivate 4 Success at the AMHCA annual conference. Senior Recovery Coaching was an exciting new topic. - July 30, 2008 - Motivate 4 Success

For Parents in Academia, the Right Life Coach can Make the Difference Between “Tenured” and “Terminated”

Parents in academia make great strides toward succeeding as professors, parents, and partners when they work with the right academic and life coach. Dr. Mary Coussons-Read, PhD, Professor of Psychology and Founding Principal of Powerful Mind Coaching, discusses her work with parents in academia and her clients’ results. - July 26, 2008 - Powerful Mind Consulting and Coaching, LLC

Marriage And Family Counseling Sector Adds One More

Just recently, Jennifer Baxt completed her doctorate in marriage and family therapy. Her mission is to help as many people as she can, which is why she is trying to make herself as accessible as possible. There is even a free therapy forum now being offered on the site to give more people the opportunity to find some helpful advice or suggestions online, instead of having to make an appointment in person. - July 17, 2008 - Complete Counseling Solutions

GRASP is Pleased to Announce the Formation of the San Diego County Chapter of the Global and Regional Asperger’s Syndrome Partnership

GRASP is a free self-help network designed to share ideas and resources, and to offer a supportive forum and community for all adults (and older teens) that share characteristics of the autistic spectrum including Asperger’s Syndrome, Pervasive Developmental Disorder - Not Otherwise Specified. Coming to San Diego for the first time, information and registration is online through www.grasp.org where there are articles and many links about Asperger’s Syndrome and Autism. - July 10, 2008 - Global and Regional Asperger's Syndrome Partnership, San Diego Chapter

Psychological Assessment Made Simple

A new self-report psychological assessment called QPASS (Quick Psychoaffective Symptoms Scan) measures depression, anxiety, anger and related constructs in one test, quickly (10 minutes), economically ($.69 per use) and achieves multiple benefits for the health care professional and, ultimately, for the patient. - July 10, 2008 - QPASS: Quick PsychoAffective Symptoms Scan