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This year has been unlike any other, filled with a lot of uncertainty and new challenges for many people. Despite all of the changes, there are still ways that we can focus on having gratitude and… Continue reading

This year has been stressful for children, as their worlds have turned upside down in 2020. The shutdown that occured from the pandemic has separated kids from their schools, extended families and friends. Many families… Continue reading

You’re sitting in a neatly decorated, yet comfortable room. As you sit on the couch you are talking for a while, with someone sat across from you giving a friendly smile and periodic nods to… Continue reading

This year has brought a lot of new difficulties and uncertainty into our lives. Along with it, we likely have experienced a range of uncomfortable or negative emotions. Some of our emotions can be short-lived,… Continue reading

About Self-Doubt It’s normal to experience feelings of doubt when we are faced with new or challenging situations. Self-doubt is characterized by feelings of uncertainty regarding one or more aspects of the self. It is… Continue reading

This year has no doubt been difficult for many people. In a recent study done by the CDC, 40% of respondents reported at least one adverse mental or behavioral health condition. Around 30% of people… Continue reading

With the 2020 presidential election just three weeks away, political tensions and divisiveness is at an all time high. Part of election season that can be especially stressful is finding ways to manage differences in… Continue reading

The recent release of a Netflix documentary, called The Social Dilemma, has opened up a conversation about the toll social media might be taking on our mental health. The film points out how people use… Continue reading

What is Resilience During this time of change and uncertainty, having resilience can help us better cope with everything. Resilience is the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, or significant… Continue reading

By Jenny Reesor, CFT Graduate Intern You’ve heard it: “2020 is out to get us!” We live in a year where we feel bombarded with uncertainty, tragedy and catastrophe. Here in Oregon, we have added… Continue reading