OUR MISSION
Our Mission is to Inspire, Empower, and Assist individuals, families, and communities experiencing challenges associated with mental health and/or substance use-related issues. We do this by providing those both directly and indirectly affected with the necessary resources, support, advocacy, and skills required to 'Rise Up' and overcome the obstacles in their lives.
Begin the Road to Healing
Substance use, behavioral and mental health challenges are not easy to deal with alone. My team and I are here to help you take that first step in recovery and improve your overall quality of life. We are ready to partner with you and guide you in your journey to healing and wellness.
Signs of Clinical Depression
The thing about many mental health issues like depression is that you may never really know you have it until you consult with a specialist. Depression in particular can be tricky to root out because it can easily be mistaken for plain sadness or loneliness.
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If left untreated, clinical depression can develop and intensify, leading to mental and emotional suffering. So if you or someone you know has any of the following symptoms, you might want to consider consulting a mental health expert today:​
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Difficulty concentrating
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Fatigue and increasingly low energy
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Feelings of Hopelessness/ Helplessness
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Insomnia
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Social Withdrawal
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Overeating or appetite loss
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Persistent feelings of anxiety or ‘emptiness’
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Suicidal Ideation
Common Triggers for Substance use
Substance abuse is a serious issue that could easily tear families apart and ruin lives. People don’t usually become addicted to regulated or prohibited drugs on a whim. Oftentimes, there is an underlying physical, mental, or emotional struggle that leads to such actions. Some of these include:
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Depression
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Environmental factors
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Loss of a loved one
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Peer pressure
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Self-medication for physical or mental illness
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Stress