Agency Spotlight: Maumee Valley Guidance Center

Agency Spotlight: Maumee Valley Guidance Center   Maumee Valley Guidance Center (MVGC) has a variety of programs and services to support the need for mental health care in our communities. MVGC’s services include: Individual, family, and group therapy for the entire age spectrum Substance use treatment including therapy, groups, and MAT (medication-assisted treatment) Star Behavioral Health […]

Agency Spotlight: Suicide Grief Support Group

Suicide Grief Support Group Did you lose someone you love to suicide?  Survivors of suicide are people who have lost a loved one to suicide. “Losing a loved one to suicide is difficult and can come with a lot of complicated emotions. There is support available to help survivors of suicide loss like you, your […]

Healthy Boundaries = Happy Holidays

As the holiday season approaches, it is important to remember the importance of setting healthy boundaries. By setting and maintaining healthy boundaries, you are protecting yourself from being hurt, both emotionally and maybe even physically. Healthy boundaries allow you to conserve your emotional energy and increase your self-esteem. Overall, setting healthy boundaries this holiday season […]

Categories: Mental Health, Relax, Stress, Tips
Connect to Thrive – The Benefits of Social Connection

Connect to Thrive – The Benefits of Social Connection Did you know that those who feel they have strong connections to others are less likely to experience anxiety and depression and more likely to have high self-esteem? We are social creatures by nature, which means feeling connected with others is important for our survival. When […]

Categories: Connect, Mental Health, Stress, Tips
Connect With Others to Prevent a Crisis or Support Your Loved Ones

It’s National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. All people experience troubling times at some points in their lives. Feeling supported by a friend or family member through tough times is an important way to prevent serious mental health outcomes like self-harm or suicide. Knowing how to talk to your loved ones when they are experiencing mental […]

Categories: Mental Health, Resources, Tips
Relax 4 Your Mental Health

Relax 4 Your Mental Health Everyone can benefit from taking time to relax. Relaxation decreases the effects of stress on your body & mind, helps you cope, and alleviates long-term consequences of stress. Use these tips to find new, simple ways to relax. Relaxation Techniques Practice Relaxation Breathing: Learn some basic breathing exercise like box breathing […]

Categories: Mental Health, Relax, Stress, Tips
Connect 4 Your Mental Health

Connect 4 Your Mental Health  Did you know that spending time with loved ones can be good for your mental health? It can increase your sense of belonging, boost your happiness, reduce your stress, and even encourage you to adopt a healthier lifestyle. Being physically present with someone encourages positive well-being and offers support through […]

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Take care of your mental health during the holidays

This holiday season, practice self-care: Move more. Regular exercise like going for a walk can boost your mood and improve your health. Eat healthy meals & snacks. Eat more fruits and vegetables and drink more water to improve your energy levels and mood. Set boundaries & take time to recharge. Set aside time for yourself. […]

Categories: Mental Health, Take Care, Tips
Resiliency for Your Mental Health

While driving in rural Northwest Ohio (in particular Defiance, Fulton, Henry, and Williams counties) have you noticed billboards that focus on mental health? These billboards are one piece of a local effort to promote and improve mental health. The “4 Your Mental Health Campaign” or “#4YourMentalHealth” is the result of work between the four-county health […]

Categories: Mental Health
Take Care of Your Mental Health

We live in a world ruled by busyness — constantly juggling the responsibilities of home, work, and relationships, running from one errand to the next. It is easy to get overwhelmed by the responsibilities of day-to-day life. But did you know that budgeting time for self-care can help you manage stress, lower your risk of […]