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Assessment in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling (Original PDF from Publisher)

Assessment in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling (Original PDF from Publisher)

Great things can happen when healthcare providers work together. The Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is a program that incorporates practical interprofessional training allowing students to learn from, with, and about other complementary professions. Learn more at sonoran.edu

Take a look at our mental health programme built for schools 🌞 Through the ignite© programme, students will gain knowledge that will help them with everything in life – the small stuff and the not-so-small stuff! Students will feel more confident to better navigate everything to do with our minds including our feelings, thoughts and behaviours. After all, knowledge is power. Learn more 👇 https://lnkd.in/e3mPzv7b https://lnkd.in/eDuwQz5R

SEND and Mental Health https://lnkd.in/e2yFN7rN ^^Slides and resources for the webinar I'm teaching this afternoon. Feel free to use and share

🧠💬 Counselling for Students: Should It Always Be Professional? 💼 At PET, we recently organized a one-on-one counselling session for all our students. 🏫 One of the biggest concerns we had was whether we should call professional counselors for the session or do it ourselves. 🤔 Professional Counseling is a great way for students: To learn about the importance of mental health 🌟 Understanding all the basics and realizing how emotional indicators are hints to delve deep into our psyche 🧐 However, we decided to go ahead and counsel the students ourselves: • This gave the students an opportunity to open up to us about their difficulties 🗣️ • It opened a better channel of communication between all the students and teachers at Purnmayi 🤝 • It allowed us to help the children understand the basics of mental health wellness and behavior dependency on many external factors 🧠🌱 We would love to organize a professional counseling session for our kids soon. 📆 But we felt it was necessary for us to take the first step towards such an important aspect together. 🤗 Tell us what you feel about our approach in the comments below. 💬👂

Why Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is as crucial as physical first aid! 🛡️ Did you know that providing support during a mental health crisis is just as essential as aiding in a physical one? As a psychology student deeply engrossed in the layers of mental wellbeing, I've realized how pivotal MHFA training is. Just like we learn to dress a wound, recognizing and responding to mental health distress can be lifesaving. •Helps in early identification of signs •Enhances supportive communication •Promotes professional help-seeking I've seen firsthand in my training how empowered individuals can change the outcome of a mental health crisis. It's time we normalize this training in all walks of life. What are your thoughts on integrating MHFA into standard education and workplace training programs? #MentalHealthAwareness #MHFA #Psychology #MentalWellbeing

Embarking on the path of a Mental Health counselor has been a profound adventure. Pursuing my second master’s in counseling has opened doors to incredible opportunities, and gaining hands-on experience counseling individuals and conducting assessments has been an enlightening journey. Yet, the true magic happened when I stepped into the shoes of the one seeking counseling. A few weeks ago, I became the client, and it was a transformative experience. It allowed me to see the world through their eyes and taught me the power of empathy. In life, we must strive to be both givers and receivers. As both a student and professor at the City University of New York, I’ve learned that every act of giving is also an act of receiving. It’s crucial to ask ourselves: Have I ever received this? How would I feel receiving this? How would I want to be treated? This simple act reinforces the golden rule: treat others as you wish to be treated. Counseling isn’t just about solving problems; it’s about becoming the best version of ourselves. Life is a perpetual journey of learning, and every interaction is an opportunity for growth. So, let’s cherish the beauty of both giving and receiving in life’s magnificent cycle. 🌟

Teachers and education professionals give so much time and effort to their work and their students, but sometimes that comes at the cost of their mental health. Taking care of your #MentalHealth helps ensure you can continue doing what you love and helping your students. Check out our newest blog post at the link to find out our tips for putting your mental health first as a teacher or education professional! #MentalHealthMatters 📸 Photo by RDNE Stock Project on Pexels https://ow.ly/lsNH50RleJG