Collaborative Thoughts
Welcome to Collaborative Thoughts, our take on a mental health blog.
Collaborative providers write articles about mental health to maintain our dedication to providing information to support people’s overall well-being. In association with one of the pillars of Collaborative, LEARNING at Work, we want to continue to expand knowledge, provide resources, and contribute to evidence-based treatments to support our larger communities.
You can learn more about mentalization-based (MBT) and adaptive mentalization-based integrative treatments (AMBIT):
As an important resource for providers and consumers of mental health treatment, education is a pivotal aspect of effective care.
In addition to Collaborative Thoughts, we send out a Collaborative Newsletter with important mental health information regarding monthly mental health topics, analytical information, offer resources, and provide updates about various Collaborative information!
Embracing Grief
Grief is a complex and powerful experience that touches us all at some point. It’s a universal experience, yet deeply personal. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a relationship, a job, or a dream, grief manifests in many forms and can feel overwhelming.
From Structural Racism to Intergenerational Trauma
There is a significant chance someone will face some form of racism, macroaggression, prejudice, and discrimination, which cause a traumatic impact.
Understanding Chemsex Among Gay and Bisexual Men
Chemsex, the practice of using drugs to enhance sexual experiences, has become a critical issue within the gay and bisexual community
Fundamental Aspects of Self-Harm
Adolescence is a challenging period characterized by physical, emotional, and psychological changes. For some adolescents, navigating this transitional phase can be particularly difficult, leading to behaviors that are harmful to themselves, notably self-harm.
Unplugged Success: Navigating Self-Esteem in a Hyper-Connected World
Navigating self-esteem in a world of social media and pressure to be perfect.
Black History Month 2024!
A critical aspect of our ability to foster sustainable change is to commit to understanding ourselves and others while recognizing the statistical markers of our world. To highlight growth areas in the mental health field, we’ve cultivated research from various references to encourage discussion.
New Year, New Perspective: How to incorporate mental wellness into your resolutions this year.
According to the Global Wellness Institute (2020), mental wellness is “an internal resource that helps us think, feel, connect and function; it is an active process that helps us to build resilience, grow, and flourish.”
Tips For Staying Sober During Hot Summer Months When It Feels Like All Everyone Is Doing is Drinking.
While working with the substance abuse population for many years as a therapist, I learned that the sunny hot days can be triggering for folks trying to focus on being sober.
Finding Light in the Rainbow:
The journey towards self-acceptance and wellbeing is ongoing, so here are four ways you can support yourself if you’re struggling with issues related to Pride month.
Returning to Therapy in Person?
Nearly three years later, therapists are faced with the question, “What now?” as a client, you may feel the same way.
