Here are some helpful tips on how to find a therapist: 1. Use directories. There is a directory for many racial, ethnic, and cultural groups. For example, Therapy for Black Girls, Therapy for Black Men, Psychology Today, Clinicians of Color, etc. 2. Mental health groups.…
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Meet our Summer Interns
Even though Minority Mental Health Awareness Month (MMHAM) has come to a close, Brighter Hope Wellness still functions as a multiculturally aware practice that effectively provides service to clients of all backgrounds. At Brighter Hope Wellness Center, we value having a team of diverse clinicians…
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Take a look at our newsletter for updates at Brighter Hope Wellness Center. This month focuses on reopening for select services, continuing telehealth, introducing Blueprint, and more!
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In honor of April being autism awareness month, we want to highlight our amazing ABA clinicians who work with our wonderful clients and families. To learn more about Brighter Hope Wellness Center’s ABA services check out our ABA services and Autism Spectrum Disorder Testing services.
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Brighter Hope Wellness Center is hiring! We are excited our practice is growing and we are seeking qualified clinicians who will fit well with our team. Brighter Hope is dedicated to providing evidence-based multidisciplinary treatments to the community. We are looking for clinicians coming from…
Continue ReadingNominate us for Chesapeake Family Life’s Favorite Docs- 2021
Brighter Hope Wellness Center has been Nominated in 2018, 2019 and 2020 for Chesapeake Family Life’s Favorite Docs. Our goal at Brighter Hope Wellness, is to inspire people to live healthier lives using supported approaches to wellness, provided in a collaborative, culturally competent, and cost-effective…
Continue ReadingPaying Attention in the Virtual Classroom
School has started and many students find themselves back to online classes due to the Covid-19 pandemic. For many, there are more live virtual classes than in the spring and for some young kids their first experience with preschool and kindergarten is on the screen…
Continue Reading5 Tips for Self-Care during Fall 2020
Between the beginning of the school year and the continuation of COVID, self-care may not be the first priority on your mind. In times of increased stress, self-care plays many important roles that can help with prevention and management of that stress. Why is Self-Care…
Continue ReadingSuicide Warning Signs in Children
Suicide is not a risk that solely lies with the adult population. Recent statistics show that suicide is currently the second leading cause of death in children and adolescents ages 10-34. As either a parent, educator, or individual who spends with children and adolescents, it…
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This is the first week of school in many of the counties around us, and I know many schools have started back up in the last week. It is time to implement those coping skills and schedules. It is go time! With the start of…
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