UW Bothell Counseling Center

Well, here we are again, the last week before spring quarter finals, you’re almost there! We share this tool with students frequently but it’s a good one, so sharing it here again. Use it anytime you feel overwhelmed and need to ground yourself to your body and the present moment.

Healing from mental health and substance use issues is not just the absence of symptoms. It is a stable home, meaningful connection, and the tools to move forward. That is the promise of whole-person care. https://www.samhsa.gov/find-support

Join us in the library on Tuesday afternoon for a mindfulness session

Sometimes the most important step is listening. Taking time to listen to the concerns of a young person in your life can help them feel safe sharing what they’re experiencing. https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/children-and-families

May is AAPI Heritage Month!
All therapists in the UWB Counseling Center Practice from a place of cultural humility and strive to honor the individual identities of each student. A directory of Asian identifying therapists as well as other resources are also available at www.asianmhc.org

Happy Earth Day! Being outside in nature can benefit your mental health in many ways including reducing stress, increasing creativity, facilitating mindfulness practice, and providing opportunity for exercise.

Posting this for whoever needs to see it. There will always be someone who doubts you or thinks you aren’t good enough, but it should never be you. It starts with believing in yourself!

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). This year National Sexual Violence Resource Center’s theme for SAAM is “25 Years Stronger: Looking Back, Moving Forward” honors the history and growth of the movement while reaffirming our commitment to a safer future for all. Looking back, we remember the survivors and advocates who laid the foundation for change. Moving forward, we renew our focus on prevention, healing, and action.

Check out the link in our bio for more info and resources. Also know that if you need support around this topic, both the Counseling Center and Violence Prevention & Advocacy are here for you.