Shirma Prescott-Clark, MS, LPC, NCC

09/05/2021

If you are healthcare provider who is in need of emotional support or you know healthcare providers who may benefit from support services, there is an organization offering free counseling to healthcare providers who have been in the trenches of this pandemic and need support. Please share this information with those you know and those you care for.

The pandemic has been hard on everyone but especially our frontline healthcare providers. I had the option of going virtual and doing telehealth but many doctors, nurses, and other support staff who work at hospitals, ERs and on the frontline do not have that luxury. I can't imagine how seeing so much death and serious illness due to COVID-19 has and is affecting them emotionally and mentally. The ability to compartmentalize can only go on for so long before PTSD sets in. PTSD is real and has long term consequences on one's mental health, physical and emotional wellbeing, relationships and overall happiness. Support is available through the Emotional PPE Project.
www.emotionalppe.org

The Emotional PPE Project is a directory that provides contact information of volunteer mental health practitioners to healthcare workers whose mental health has been impacted by the COVID-19 crisis.

07/30/2021

Reaching out to anyone who may be feeling down, feeling helpless, feeling hopeless, feeling anxious, anyone feeling like they need support, feeling like they can't go on another day, another moment, or another second. Just know, life and situations can always get better if you allow yourself the time to embrace another day, another moment, another second, another breath. Hope always finds a way and there is support just a phone call away.

Crisis Line: Text HOME to 741741
Georgia Crisis Line: 800.715.4225
National Hopeline Network: 800.784.2433
Su***de Prevention Lifeline: 800.273.8255

Need to talk to someone? Warmlines (support lines nationwide):
https://screening.mhanational.org/content/need-talk-someone-warmlines/

Local and national phone numbers for when you just need to talk.

05/22/2021

04/06/2021

04/02/2021

The Potential Mental Health Effects of COVID-19 You Need to Know About

https://www.shape.com/lifestyle/mind-and-body/long-term-mental-health-effects-covid-recovery

From brain fog to mental health issues, many COVID long-haulers are dealing with lingering neurological symptoms.

01/08/2021

https://apple.news/AKKYkS45OQSuouop1LiirHQ

Experts weigh in on why it's important to explain the news in an honest, age-appropriate way.

12/16/2020

11/18/2020

Stay safe and be well...

11/02/2020

No matter your political affiliation. This election is affecting the mental health of many Americans.

https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/view/presidential-election-anxiety-role-psychiatry

With partisan political warfare, civil unrest, and the presidential race, how can mental health professionals assess and address “election anxiety”?

09/14/2020

https://www.facebook.com/forharriet/videos/1575743582472422

09/10/2020

Learn more about Election stress disorder: Navigating negativity, news alerts, social media feuds, and misinformation

08/24/2020

https://www.brainsway.com/knowledge-center/mental-health-education/5-ocd-treatment-ideas-you-should-consider?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=buyer-education-b2b-website-clicks&li_fat_id=eea846c8-96c0-455f-917a-8305f71f5fb4

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) affects many individuals around the world, who are looking for a treatment for OCD that will offer them relief.

07/24/2020

https://www.strong4life.com/en/pages/behavior/articles/signs-of-depression-in-kids-and-teens-and-when-to-seek-help?utm_source=taboolapp&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=Strong4Life+Behavioral+Health+2020&utm_content=pp_408070095&cid=20789_g-se_ch-cntdisc_s-ppbhm15_c-56_d-nax&tblci=GiA0zWO8Vhr4YIpwcCvQs_psOfhzouCxgpNGPRvpZTPzGCCngE0

Depression in kids and teens is more common than you may think. Learn how to spot signs of depression and to know when it’s time to seek help from a professional.

06/25/2020

Hi Facebook family. I will be joining this organization to assist in helping black families in need of counseling. Please consider adding whatever you can to the GOFUNDME campaign. Thanks in advance!

This seeks to help 100 Black families (includ… Kaleidoscope Family Therapy needs your support for Therapy For Black Families Georgia Fund

06/16/2020

The Psychological Impact of Racism.

https://stuartcenter.org/resource/what-psychological-impact-racism

Little research has been done on the psychological effects of racism, but data reveals that African-Americans experience PTSD at a prevalence rate of 9.1% versus 6.8% in non-Hispanic Whites. What is the link between racism and PTSD?

06/02/2020

These are turbulent times... Between COVID-19 and the current unrest throughout the United States, it can be a lot to bear. We need to recognize how trauma affects the mind and body and make sure we are all taking care of our emotional health.

https://www.helpguide.org/articles/ptsd-trauma/coping-with-emotional-and-psychological-trauma.htm

When bad things happen, it can take a while to get over the pain and feel safe again. But with these self-help strategies and support, you can speed up your recovery.