Spurwink Services

Thank you to those who attended our panel discussion last week with School of Social Work at the University of Southern Maine on secondary traumatic stress and empathic strain. We hope this productive discussion will inspire change and encourage those working in the behavioral health field to care for themselves while caring for others 🧠💫

Weren't able to attend? View the Powerpoint from this event here: spurwink.org/sts-slides

Secondary traumatic stress is the experience of being negatively impacted by indirect trauma exposure. It often looks like a trauma response and may include changes in worldview, feelings of helplessness, hypervigilance, emotional numbness, and cynicism. Learn more on our blog: spurwink.org/secondary-traumatic-stress 🧠

At Spurwink, we work continuously to support our staff and reduce secondary traumatic stress. If you are looking to do work that matters, start your career in behavioral health care at spurwink.org/careers 💫

Northeast Delta Dental believes that, like oral health care, mental health care is crucial for overall health and well-being. Spurwink is grateful for their dedicated support, which expands access to behavioral health services across Maine. Learn more about their commitment to community: spurwink.org/northeast-delta-dental

A new resource for Lewiston and surrounding communities. Learn more about Spurwink's 24/7 Lewiston Crisis Center and its role in expanding access to behavioral health crisis care.

A new crisis center has opened its doors in Lewiston to help people dealing with mental health emergencies.

DETAILS: https://bit.ly/4rzdKmL

The September edition of The Spurwinkian is here! In this month’s newsletter, you’ll read about:
• Spurwink's newly opened Lewiston Crisis Center
• How art therapy fosters mental well-being
• Upcoming events and recaps
• and more!
Take a few minutes to see how Spurwink continues going the distance for behavioral health care in Maine.
👉 Read the September newsletter: spurwink.org/september-2026

This Wednesday, join Spurwink and the School of Social Work at the University of Southern Maine for an engaging panel discussion on Secondary Traumatic Stress and Empathic Strain. This important conversation will explore the impact of trauma exposure on helping professionals and share strategies for resilience, support, and sustainable practice. 💚

The panel will feature practitioners, educators, and experts who will discuss recognizing the signs of STS and empathic strain, fostering personal and organizational resilience, and promoting well-being in helping professions. 🙌

RSVP online: https://forms.gle/QBVwHfLd63GKMurP7

Our outpatient psychiatry services offer compassionate evaluation and medication management for children, teens, and adults seeking support with concerns such as anxiety, depression, mood changes, attention difficulties, trauma-related symptoms, and other mental health needs.

Whether you are starting care for the first time or looking for ongoing psychiatric support, our team works with you to understand your goals, review treatment options, and build a plan that fits your life.

➡ Make a referral today: spurwink.org/referrals

Please join us today in Lewiston for The Black Poster Project, a traveling display of posters honoring lives lost to addiction.

To RSVP, visit spurwink.org/black-poster-project-2026