by Kara Ferreira Children spend a majority of their day at school, so it is important that they have a positive and enriching experience while they are there. Unfortunately, not all children have this type of experience. Some children experience bullying, social isolation, or other difficulties...
By Kara Ferreira Animal assisted therapy (AAT) is a growing field of mental health treatment that has shown to be effective in aiding recovery from trauma, anxiety, and depression. AAT provides an opportunity for patients to interact with therapy animals in a safe and controlled environment,...
By Barbara K. Stump, MA February is here- and that means Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. How do you feel about this Hallmark Holiday? Do you embrace it or do you wish it was over yesterday? Regardless of whether you have a special Valentine...
By Kara Ferreira Mindfulness is an important tool for maintaining mental health. It helps us to be more aware of our thoughts, feelings and behaviors, so that we can better manage them in a healthy way. Mindfulness also enables us to stay present in the moment...
