Center for Insight and Connection

10/06/2025

I participated in a police ride along with the this past Friday. I was so honored to observe Officer Sandra Martinez respond to calls with integrity, grace and genuine compassion for her community. I was so honored to ride with her and learn more about police culture to better serve the mental health needs of this population. Thank you officer Martinez and the Aurora Police Department!

-Patty Dirilten

09/20/2025

EMDR can provide relief for those who can pinpoint their psychological distress.

09/07/2025

It’s National Read a Book Day 📖 so we’re turning to one of our favorites, The Love Prescription.

Think about it. When was the last time you noticed the little things… the coffee waiting for you in the morning, the quick text to check in, the way they quietly handled something so you didn’t have to?

It’s easy to miss those gestures when negativity takes over, but choosing to notice the good is what helps love last.

So today, in honor of Read a Book Day, take a page from the Gottmans and ask yourself: what’s one small thing your partner has done lately that deserves a little extra appreciation? 💭❤️
Read it today: https://bit.ly/464jBGt

02/20/2025

We have started a podcast where my husband Kam and I bring common mental health subjects to a deeper understanding! It is available on Spotify, Amazon music, Deezer and soon Apple music. Enjoy!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0wOOcnm78pxZCWfsK5oCeK?si=TCrLLKzNRmKHkJOundVW3g

Insight and Connection · Episode

01/20/2025

A poetic description of recovery.