Kent State Stark Counseling Services

05/23/2023

Are you looking to become a mental health ally but unsure where to start? QPR is a mental health awareness training that focuses on su***de prevention. To take the training, visit this link: https://www.kent.edu/mhsu/qpr-training ***deprevention

05/17/2023

MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH MONTH- Today is International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. Everyone has a sexual identity and gender identity. It's important to respect yours and other people's identities. "Research suggests that LGBTQ+ individuals face health disparities linked to societal stigma, discrimination, and denial of their civil and human rights. Discrimination against LGBTQ+ persons has been associated with high rates of psychiatric disorders, substance abuse, and su***de. " -MHA

05/17/2023

Learn more about Somatic Experiencing®

Visite el enlace de nuestro perfil para obtener más información sobre Somatic Experiencing®:

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On showing up for yourself 🤍

I could have written 100 more to this list but these are my current favourites. Getting in the habit of asking ourselves what we need more regularly can be life changing. It’s a deep act of self-love and care and a reminder that you matter, too 🌱

Also asking regularly whether something is serving you helps you get super intentional with your life and boosts self awareness. It’s this self awareness that can drive so much goodness into our lives as a beautiful starting point of what might need to change for something else beautiful to grow 🌱

What are you choosing today? Or what are you adding? Sending love as always 🤍


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05/07/2023

Case Management Summer Internships available!!! Support and link traumatic loss survivors with the resources they need to begin their journey toward healing. Must be comfortable calling and talking on the phone. Send Cover Letter/Curriculum Vitae to [email protected]

04/13/2023

It's that time of year again! We're looking for youth bloggers ages 13-25 to join the Spring/Summer 2023 You Matter Blogger Council. The deadline to apply is April 17th, 2022. Visit https://bit.ly/3U5CYII to fill out an application!

04/13/2023

03/17/2023

Did you know that Kognito is free to KSU students? Visit www.kent.edu/mhsu/kognito to take the training today and learn how to become a mental health ally and what to say to someone in distress

02/22/2023

We are creating a public campaign to further the mental health visioning and mental health well-being support at Kent State and are looking for volunteers to participate!

This opportunity is open to students, faculty, and staff.

The goals of the campaign are to:

>>Increase health-seeking behaviors.
>>Reduce stigma.
>>Educate the campus community on resources.

If you are passionate about this topic, we invite you to apply to become a model/advocate. Those selected to participate will need to commit to a 30-45 minute photo shoot on one of the following days:

Thursday, March 2
Friday, March 3

Apply: https://bit.ly/3InjjyC

12/21/2022

Day 3 of Healthy Holidays!

Even with the upcoming holidays and all the family you might see, it's essential to make time for yourself. Plan a self-care date with yourself or relax and stay in bed a little longer.