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Letter to the Editor: The Coast Star

I would like to thank everyone for making the 4th Annual Harvesting Hope for Mental Health a tremendous success. Many hands make light work, and the day would not have been possible without the support and generosity of so many members of our community. October is a...

September is National Suicide Prevention Month

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness, spread hope and share essential resources. "Mental wellbeing” is a state of thriving. It is the foundation of living a strong, healthy and fulfilling life. At Mental Health First Aid...

A Welcome Back to School Message

“Beginning/Belonging”

Every school year presents a whole list of new beginnings, for each student, staff member and parent. There is a new grade, a new classroom, a new teacher, and maybe a new set of classmates.

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What can be done about poor body image?

My body image is terrible.  At times I’ll even skip events because I don’t like how I look.  What causes poor body image?

You’re not alone.  As a therapist specializing in eating disorders, I see the devastating impact of poor body image daily. Unfortunately, poor body image isn’t exclusive to those with eating disorders. In fact, most women and some men experience negative body image at some point in their lives.

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PART-TIME THERAPIST WANTED

The Samaritan Center is looking for a Part-Time, 10 hour a week, Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker. The successful candidate will apply and be accepted on commercial insurance panels as soon as possible after hire. The Therapist will...