Rachel Starck LPC

The 988 Lifeline

988 is now active across the United States. This new, shorter phone number will make it easier for people to remember and access mental health crisis services. (Please note, the previous 1-800-273-TALK (8255) number will continue to function indefinitely.) Click below to learn more about 988.

All the changes brought about by COVID 19 can be stressful on relationships!

7 Essential Pieces Of Relationship Advice For Couples In Quarantine Therapist-backed tips for partners trying to get through the coronavirus pandemic together.

Embracing the flexibility that telehealth offers!

It’s not a surprise that is top of mind for most mental health practitioners and therapists.

We covered this topic extensively for our clients and even shared a guide on telehealth medical billing for this purpose. https://mindeasebilling.com/telehealth-billing-guide/

What’s really interesting to see is that this doesn’t seem to be a trend, and it is probably here to stay. The reports.

What’s your prediction here? Did you try teletherapy for some reason and could you imagine continuing if it were an option?



https://www.nytimes.com/2020/07/09/well/mind/teletherapy-mental-health-coronavirus.html

Parenting During Coronavirus PBS KIDS for Parents

May is mental Health Awareness month. And during this time of global pandemic, stay at home orders, confusing new boundaries as some counties in OR "reopen", it is more important then ever to take care of your mental health. Therapy is available online! Call or email today to discuss how I can help! www.rachelstarck.com

Mental Health Awareness Month | Anxiety and Depression Association of America, ADAA

So the novelty of homeschooling and wearing PJ's all day has worn off. But we still have six weeks of home school, and an unknown amount of time sheltering in place. Here are some fun ideas to help motivate your kids, mix things up a little.
In my house, we have been trying new recipes that we previously did not have time or bandwidth for.

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How are you doing? ​These are unprecedented times. The country is shut down, and we are mandated to stay at home for the safety of all. This is causing all kinds of reactions in all of us. Depression, anxiety, grief, difficult relationships, substance abuse, recovery, and stressful situations, are only exacerbated by social distancing, isolation, unemployment or reduced income, homeschooling, and ambiguity about the future.
I have expanded my practice to best meet the needs of my clients by offering phone or video sessions in order to continue to support you in these challenging times.
Did you know that most health insurance companies are covering telehealth services, even if they previously did not? It turns out, that many companies already offered coverage. While those that did not, are covering telehealth for 90 days, it is highly likely that they will need to consider offering coverage on a more permanent basis. Coronavirus is not going away soon, and it is changing the way we offer health services!
Please contact me if you are needing support, and have questions about working together again. Likewise, feel free to schedule (link below) a telehealth session at your convenience!

Be well, Stay Well,
Warmly
Rachel

Rachel Starck, LPC Rachel Starck is a licensed professional counselor and life coach, located in N Portland. Rachel works with individuals, couples, children, and families, and specializes in helping mothers manage stress, parenting, and relationships with skill and grace!