Bright Pine Behavioral Health

03/07/2025

Dr. Lewitzke’s first two children’s books, “Amazing Boy” and “Amazing Girl, are here!

These books are fun and uplifting — designed to inspire confidence, curiosity, and meaningful conversations with the amazing boys and girls in your life.

Focused for ages 3 to 7 (relevant up to age 10).

Also included in the books are a special section for parents and caregivers to spark meaningful conversations with their child:

✅ Open-ended questions to encourage deep thinking and self-expression
✅ The power of encouraging words and how they shape confidence
✅ Building self-esteem through positive affirmations
✅ Reflection questions to deepen your child’s connection with the book

Links below 👇🏼

💙 Amazing Boy 💙
Link - https://a.co/d/3EL9SvC

💜 Amazing Girl 💜
Link - https://a.co/d/8QMoXRU

12/31/2024

🌟 Happy New Year from Bright Pine Behavioral Health! 🌟

Welcome, 2025! 🎉 We are so grateful for our incredible clients, families, and community who inspire us every day.

This year, let’s continue focusing on growth, resilience, and prioritizing mental health together. Here’s to a brighter, healthier, and happier year ahead for everyone!

Thank you for being a part of our journey. Cheers to making 2025 a year of possibilities and positive change! 🥂

08/29/2024

Dr. Lewitzke recently spoke on CBS Detroit about the Surgeon General's statement on parental stress, highlighting alarming trends:

* 70 to 72% of mothers and 92% of fathers are in the workforce.

* The labor force participation rate for mothers has significantly increased in recent years, with 70.4% of mothers with children under 5 now working.

This rise in parental workforce participation, paired with financial pressures like student loans and inflation, is driving stress levels higher than ever before. The burden of balancing work, childcare, and financial responsibilities is pushing parents to their limits.

Coping strategies are crucial to maintain well-being and create a nurturing environment for children. Parents should focus on self-care, build support networks, practice time management, and seek professional help if needed.

Addressing these stressors isn't just about individual solutions; policy changes that support job flexibility, family leave, childcare assistance, and work-life balance are essential. Let's work towards creating a more supportive environment for parents, ensuring better mental health outcomes for families.

https://www.cbsnews.com/detroit/video/surgeon-general-calls-parent-stress-a-public-health-issue/

U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has called for changes to national attitudes toward parenting and caregiving.

08/08/2024

The Back-to-School Countdown is Here! Click the link below for essential tips to help prepare and support your child for a smooth transition.

Back to School Transition Tips for Parents - Dr. Kat Lewitzke of Bright Pine Behavioral Health in Clarkston offers tips & advice for effective parenting

06/20/2024

Dr. Kat Lewitzke, a psychologist with Bright Pine Behavioral Health, shares more on how to approach and speak with your children about tragedies.