“If everybody had a perfect childhood…the world would be a nearly perfect place. And by ‘perfect’ I don’t mean something you see on an old sit-com. A perfect childhood simply means experiencing unconditional love, having your basic needs met...
January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. As an organization dedicated to helping those experiencing trauma and abuse, we invite you to join us in the fight to end human trafficking – all year long. As a mental health agency, The Guidance...
A new year is always exciting! Unfortunately, many New Year’s resolutions tend to be short-lived with little follow-through due to unrealistic goal setting. In fact, most New Year’s resolutions don’t typically come from a positive mental space. Focusing on what you...
October commemorates National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) and was established in 1987 by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. The month was created with the intention of pairing individuals in need with tools from organizations working on...
On October 10th, we observe World Mental Health Day. Started by the World Federation for Mental Health in 1992, this global holiday aims to promote mental health awareness and end all stigma associated with speaking freely about one’s mental health. While the...
September 30th is National Podcast Day! To celebrate, we asked staff and In My Backyard producer, Matthew Murray, to share a selection of their favorite episodes! In My Backyard is an open conversation about children and mental health where Patricia Costales, CEO of...
