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Self-perception exercise
Today’s mental health minute is a getting-to-know-you exercise. It’s a go-to for initial visits with youth for Shawn Pedani, LISW-S,...
May 18, 2020


As we collectively persevere
Rebecca Ryder, MA, NCC, LPCC-S, Encompass Assistant Regional Program Director, shares her thoughts on mental health and persevering...
May 14, 2020


Shifting your mindset
Today’s blog post comes from Encompass Therapist Jordan Kamwesa, LPC. Jordan acknowledges the tough reality that we are all being...
May 12, 2020


Boldly breaking through the awkwardness of stigma
Today on the blog, Lisa Haberbusch, MSW, LISW-S, Encompass Regional Director, shares about the importance of countering mental health...
May 11, 2020


Helping kids win over anxiety
Anxiety is one way our body responds to stress. It’s a feeling of fear or apprehension about what’s to come. The first day of school or...
May 7, 2020


The local church responds and restores
As we acknowledge Mental Health Month in May, we extend our appreciation to local churches who are creating dialogue and safe spaces for...
May 6, 2020


Connecting before correcting
Molly Woods, LSW, is a school-based Encompass therapist serving students and families in Orrville. She recommends “The Connected Child:...
May 4, 2020


Taking care of your mental health
As we recognize May as Mental Health Month two months into the COVID-19 health crisis, our services may look different but our heart...
May 1, 2020


Soup for the grieving soul
Talking about emotions doesn’t come naturally to everyone. We don’t always have the vocabulary to name or describe our feelings....
Apr 30, 2020


Curious about faith
We are all at different places in our faith journey. There are times when we have no doubts and times when we question much. If you are...
Apr 23, 2020


“A Little Scribble Spot” read-aloud
Abby Fischer, LISW, a school-based therapist with Encompass, created a read-aloud video of a wonderful book called “A Little Scribble...
Apr 22, 2020


Daily pause
As we move through this extended time of sheltering in place, the days are running together. Our minds are a little foggy. We are...
Apr 21, 2020
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