Mental Health Counseling

  An introduction to 12-step recovery and abstinence-based living. Group members will receive education about each of the twelve steps and what “working them” looks like. An opportunity to do step work (homework) will be offered for those interested. Group will include recovery tools and skills for newcomers to 12-step recovery, as well as for those with significant “dry time”, but who feel they are stuck or stagnant in their recovery.  

 This group is designed to help consumers plan and enjoy activities to engage in and connect with their community. Consumers will be encouraged to take the needed steps to integrate back into their community. These activities provide the opportunity for consumers to develop social skills, relaxation skills, and hobbies to help battle boredom in an in-vivo (real-life) setting. Topics will also include employment, civic engagement, housing, education, recreation, and spirituality.  Consumers will also have opportunities to problem solve new areas to be addressed through committees or organized meetings. 

 This group will focus on building skills to effectively exchange information, feelings and meaning through the use of verbal and non-verbal communication. The elements of communication will be broken down and addressed to better understand the client’s position on either end of the conversation. This group’s goal is to produce a better understanding of the roles of communication, resulting in all parties obtaining the most out of the process. 

 Women participating in this group will learn how to receive and give appropriate support with issues unique to women including survivor issues, grief and loss issues, and women’s health. The group leader will guide and encourage group members to explore ways of increasing self-esteem and self-confidence through learning effective communication skills and the opportunity to practice recovery skills in a safe environment. This group is recommended for new PSR consumers subject to clinical considerations. 

  This group is focused on preparing clients to ready themselves for employment. The group will focus on resume writing, career exploration, job interview skills, etc.  

 This group will focus on changing dysfunctional emotions and thinking into positive, mindful, and compassionate behavior. Practical tools and techniques will be used to address mental health concerns.