BHN was voted the best outpatient mental health service by Valley Advocate readers! Congratulations and thank you to our dedicated team who make this possible by providing support and guidance that helps individuals make positive changes and live fulfilling lives every day! Check out the complete list of winners.
A recent story on NBC10 Boston featured Michelle Jackson, a Recovery Coach Supervisor at BHN. The story highlights the important role Mass drug courts play in helping individuals dealing with mental health and substance abuse disorders, which can often lead to persistent criminal behavior.
The winter months are upon us, and with that can bring changes not just in the weather, but in mood as well. Martha Klaczak LMHC, LADC I, Adult Program Director at BHN WellBeing in Westfield, and Frank Shea, LMHC, Program Director at Agawam Counseling Center, discuss Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and its effects.
SAD is a form of depression linked to seasonal changes that typically starts and ends around the same time every year. Most people with SAD experience symptoms that begin in the fall and continue into the winter months. When the days get shorter, less sunlight means less vitamin D intake, which reduces serotonin. The further north you go, the shorter the winter days are. Conversely, says Shea, “If you were to live in a place such as Mexico or Central America, the odds of having SAD would be much less because the sunlight [there] doesn’t fluctuate as much.”
For many, the holidays are a time of tremendous joy, getting together with family and friends. However, for some the holidays can be a time of anxiety and stress. Managing these emotions can be difficult, but there are healthy ways to cope with less-than-ideal situations.
BHN was voted the best outpatient mental health service by Valley Advocate readers! Congratulations and thank you to our dedicated team who make this possible by providing support and guidance that helps individuals make positive changes and live fulfilling lives every day! Check out the complete list of winners.
A recent story on NBC10 Boston featured Michelle Jackson, a Recovery Coach Supervisor at BHN. The story highlights the important role Mass drug courts play in helping individuals dealing with mental health and substance abuse disorders, which can often lead to persistent criminal behavior.
The winter months are upon us, and with that can bring changes not just in the weather, but in mood as well. Martha Klaczak LMHC, LADC I, Adult Program Director at BHN WellBeing in Westfield, and Frank Shea, LMHC, Program Director at Agawam Counseling Center, discuss Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and its effects.
SAD is a form of depression linked to seasonal changes that typically starts and ends around the same time every year. Most people with SAD experience symptoms that begin in the fall and continue into the winter months. When the days get shorter, less sunlight means less vitamin D intake, which reduces serotonin. The further north you go, the shorter the winter days are. Conversely, says Shea, “If you were to live in a place such as Mexico or Central America, the odds of having SAD would be much less because the sunlight [there] doesn’t fluctuate as much.”
BHN was voted the best outpatient mental health service by Valley Advocate readers! Congratulations and thank you to our dedicated team who make this possible by providing support and guidance that helps individuals make positive changes and live fulfilling lives every day! Check out the complete list of winners.
A recent story on NBC10 Boston featured Michelle Jackson, a Recovery Coach Supervisor at BHN. The story highlights the important role Mass drug courts play in helping individuals dealing with mental health and substance abuse disorders, which can often lead to persistent criminal behavior.
Only 12% of Americans have proficient health literacy skills, according to the National Assessment of Adult Literacy. Many adults may have difficulty completing routine health tasks like understanding a drug label or using a map to locate the closest health center. In recognition of Health Literacy Month, we highlight BHN's Care Management program and the important work they do in educating individuals and families, as well as connecting them to community resources. Through this education and referrals, they help people understand their health and healthcare needs, empowering them to make informed choices for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
In the spirit of National Recovery Month, we share recovery stories from staff and individuals served at BHN's Opportunity House residential recovery program to serve as a beacon of hope for others. Together, let's celebrate the progress made and encourage continued growth and support for all individuals on the path to recovery.
BHN's Multicultural Psychology Internship Program (MPIP) hosts a highly competitive training program for Spanish bilingual psychologists. Learn more about the exceptional training experience and the impact of the latest graduates, Marisol Lopez-Gonzalez, Nancy Muro-Rodriguez, and Alexandra Steel. Their journey embodies passion, commitment, and a dedication to serving diverse communities.
Staff members from BHN's Integrated Behavioral Health program came together to celebrate the program's success after completing contracts with Baystate Community Health Centers and Holyoke and Chicopee Health Centers.
National Therapeutic Recreation Week has been celebrated during the second week of July since 1984 and is intended to raise awareness of therapeutic recreation programs and services that aim to improve the health and well-being of individuals with physical, mental, and emotional disabilities. Paul Kuc, Director of BHN’s Recreation Program shares information about the program and its impact.
This July, BHN recognizes Minority Mental Health Awareness Month - although we support using the terms BIPOC, or diverse communities, as opposed to the term minority. This month is for bringing awareness to the unique challenges that people of color face in addressing and treating mental illnesses.
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