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Our Beautiful Broken Vase

Authored by Margaret Vimont on April 30, 2020
image of a broken Japanese bowl put back together with gold metals
Faced with a universal human challenge, some familiar lines, boundaries and routines came tumbling down. We had to face this one together, acknowledge the distressing state of often not knowing and find our way through territory never crossed before. So turns out being vulnerable is an ok place to help others from.  That needing each other helped us move towards the integration we had been wanting for a long time but had a hard time achieving.  That leaders turning to those they lead for guidance as the path is charted may be the most powerful thing we can do
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Making the In-Between Time Matter

Authored by Dr. Michelle Murray on April 23, 2020
In between
We seem to be in this phase of in-between time – the lingering phase that follows the immediate emergency of COVID-19, but precedes a return to normalcy, however “normal” is defined. It is starting to sink in that the changes we are currently living under, changes that are having a large impact on our social, economic, family, and professional lives, may extend many months into the future.
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5 Things to Know if Your Family Is New to Telehealth Therapy

Authored by Shawna Croaker on April 14, 2020
kids telehealth
Telehealth therapy provides provides continuity for children, individuals, couples and families real-time, interactive two-way communication between you and your therapist through technology. It's an option for those who may suddenly find themselves wanting and needing mental health services for depression, anxiety or stress.
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A Time to Manage Expectations

Authored by Dr. Michelle Murray on April 9, 2020
parenting mental health
One of the most important things we can do to manage our emotional and mental health is to be realistic - it’s all about managing expectations. Because of this pandemic, none of us are living the same life we were just 4 weeks ago. This means there is no guide book, expert advice, or model to lead us through. Remember, nobody has ever done what we are all doing right now.
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Signs Your Mental Health May Be at Risk

Authored by Dr. Michelle Murray on March 31, 2020
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During this time of uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, it is especially important to do your best to stay healthy—both physically and mentally. While you may be feeling extra stressed, anxious, or alone, take some time to step back and do a self-check of your mental health on a weekly or even daily basis.
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Nexus Adopts New Name to Better Reflect Strategic Direction

Authored by Nexus Family Healing on March 26, 2020

Nexus, a national nonprofit organization that provides mental health services to youth and families, is changing its name to Nexus Family Healing. For more than 45 years, Nexus has focused on rebuilding lives, reconnecting families and restoring hope for youth and families suffering from mental, emotional and behavioral issues. Moving forward, Nexus Family Healing will fulfill that purpose with a new name, a refreshed brand, greater integration of its services, and a talented new leadership team led by Dr. Michelle K. Murray, LMFT, President and CEO.

A Call to Foster

Authored by Jen Van Zandt on March 26, 2020
foster care

Frank* and Roxanne* are a blended family with 6 adult children between them. They live on a farm with many animals - horses, chickens, peacocks, cats, dogs, a donkey and a steer.

They decided to be foster parents after receiving a cup from Nexus-PATH and using it as a conversation starter over morning coffee.  Like most major decisions go, they found themselves attempting to talk themselves out of it, then back in. But in the end, they thought if they can help one child's life be better, it was worth it. Maybe they should just give it a shot. At least they know they tried.

Help Calm Your Child’s COVID-19 Fears

Authored by Dr. Michelle Murray on March 23, 2020
A poster drawn by a child that outlines preventative CDC measures for COVID-19
Is your child concerned that they, you or another loved one will contract COVID-19? One activity that may help alleviate that fear is to create a Prevention Poster. Work with your child to identify their greatest fear related to the COVID-19 virus. Then, together, create a Prevention Poster with steps you can take. Doing such an activity can be fun and help give your child a sense of control and purpose in this unsure situation.
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Finding His Path

Authored by Jen Van Zandt on March 20, 2020
photo of a man managing a restaurant

At the age of 13, Nate started going to parties with older kids where he was introduced to and saw all sorts of things. He was living with his schizophrenic mother and Nate felt the need to keep his activities outside of the home to himself. As the eldest of five kids and no father figure in his life, he had free reign to go out and do whatever he wanted, whenever he wanted to do it.

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