Cogdell Behavioral Health

04/03/2026

We asked our providers what book they are currently reading or one they often recommend. This week, we are highlighting Karla's personal favorite "The Gifts of Imperfection" by Brene Brown, PhD, LMSW.

The book brings forth the idea that we can move freely through life with our mess, heartbreak, grace, and joy. It is a book about embracing our imperfections and proceeding with authenticity.

Karla says, "It takes a lot of strength to be vulnerable and honest." This book embraces that vulnerability and honesty.

Think about how you can bring more of your own vulnerable authenticity to the forefront of your life as you move through the coming week.

Tell us! What are you currently reading?

03/29/2026

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Sometimes we just need to sit in the sunshine to get ready for the week. Wishing everyone a restful Sunday and a great week!

03/28/2026

Spring time is a fun and busy season for local students! From state tests to field trips and end-of-year activities, it’s easy for school obligations to take priority over scheduled appointments. We don’t want to miss you! Double check your appointment times to ensure they don’t conflict with school priorities and we can get you rescheduled as soon as possible! 😊

03/26/2026

We are grateful for the work social workers do!

💙 Social Worker Month 💙
This March, we proudly recognize the compassion, dedication, and advocacy of our social worker, Stacey Roemisch. Your empathy, resilience, and commitment to helping others make a lasting difference in the lives of individuals, families, and communities every day.
Thank you for being the heart of care and the voice for those who need it most.

03/24/2026

Today, I had the honor of observing two of our outstanding team members present at the South Plains College Law Enforcement Training Center on Mental Health in Law Enforcement.

Rachael Dupree-Beynon, LMFT, presented Calm in the Chaos: Interventions to Enhance Resilience and Response. Her training focused on connecting the body and mind through the fundamentals of polyvagal theory, highlighting how emotional regulation influences officer response and public interactions, as well as strategies for effective communication in mental health encounters.

Officer Kade Beynon MHPO SRO provided instruction on the foundations of Crisis Intervention Training, emphasizing practical approaches, communication techniques, recognizing signs of mental health concerns, and how to effectively connect individuals to appropriate care.

Both also shared information about our newest BRIDGE Team program—Building Relationships Intentionally with Dignity & Grounded Engagement.

We extend our sincere gratitude to the SPC Law Enforcement Academy and Kenny Burns, Dept. Chair & Professor of Law Enforcement, for the opportunity to speak with your cadets today!

It is truly an honor to have a front-row seat to watch dedicated professionals grow in their passion and commitment to serving others. 💜

We continue to GROW!
— Boss Lady

03/22/2026

We believe in self-care so much that last year we developed a recharge station for hospital staff to use. With the help of generous donors, our recharge station features a massage chair, a comfortable couch, yoga mats, and calming sounds and colors. Hospital staff are welcome to use the room during their 15-minute breaks and is accessible 24/7.

We believe our healthcare professionals deserve a moment to fill their cup in order to pour into others.

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03/20/2026

We asked our providers what book they’re currently reading or one they often recommend. Our counselor, Julie, is currently reading The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel.

This book explores how behavior and emotions influence financial decisions.

Money is one of those challenging and uncomfortable topics to discuss, but your therapist is happy to help you explore your feelings and behaviors toward any topic, including money!

📖 What are you currently reading?

03/17/2026

It has been a great day full of fun at our clinics!

🍽️ Our dietary staff at Cogdell Memorial Hospital and Clinics thoughtfully prepares and hand delivers hot, fresh meals on every group therapy day, served by our staff RN Sherry and CNA Leslie.

🍀 Our Growing in Grace staff does a phenomenal job ensuring the group therapy rooms are festive and seasonally decorated.

💚 Our staff always has the cutest outfits to coordinate with holiday fun!

We feel extra LUCKY to serve our community and meet the mental health needs of individuals and families across the life span.

💚🌈🍀Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

03/15/2026

Self-care is simple! On this , take a few minutes to mark some of these off your list. Let us know in the comments if you made a bingo!

03/13/2026

We had so much fun participating in this challenge! Our jobs require a lot of sitting, but the friendly competition of getting our steps in reminded us to get up and get moving between sessions.

Walking, especially outdoors, is so beneficial for both mental and physical health.

Congrats to the winning team!

Announcing our 2026 Winter Edition of Walk Across Texas Top Walkers and Top Team. Across the board, our walkers went well above and beyond the program goal of 832 miles per team and 104 miles per walker!
Prizes for our Top Walker, Top Team, and Top Team Individuals can be picked up at the Scurry County Extension Office.
OUTSTANDING job to everyone on a job well done.

03/13/2026

Last week one of our counselors, Karla, attended the Texas Substance Use Symposium in San Antonio, TX. The symposium is a 2-day annual conference dedicated to reducing the impact of substance use in Texas. Karla has extensive experience in the area of addiction and recovery and conducts drug and alcohol assessments in our clinic in partnership with the probation office.

We are always grateful when our providers have the opportunity to expand their knowledge in the field!

03/13/2026

We asked our providers what they're currently reading or which book they often recommend. This week, Rachael is sharing her most-recommended book: Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker, PhD.

She says "I reference this book often in therapy. Sleep is one of my biggest soap boxes when I'm working with clients, especially teens. The neuroscientific research presented in this book is incredibly compelling and I encourage everyone read it!"

Did you know that consistency in your sleep schedule is just as important - if not more important - than the total number of hours you get each night? Your brain and body thrive on routine, and even small shifts can make a big difference in how you feel.

Tell us, how much sleep do you get each night?

Check back next Friday for another staff highlight!