Mental Health & Counseling
Mental Health and Counseling offers general counseling, crisis hotlines, mental health evaluations, support groups, and teen counseling. These services help residents manage stress, navigate crises, and build healthier coping strategies.
News related to Mental Health & Counseling
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Welcoming the Year of the Horse: Moving Forward Together
Seattle is filled with excitement as the city celebrates the Seahawks’ Super Bowl victory and prepares for Lunar New Year, which begins o...
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A VA career is always in season
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is promoting career opportunities for health care professionals this winter, with over 2,000 role...
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A Tale of Two Lobby Days
United Way of King County participated in two significant advocacy events at the State Capitol in Olympia this month. On February 5, the ...
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Michael
Michael reflects on his difficult journey from a troubled childhood to homelessness and addiction. Growing up, he cherished moments with ...
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Upcoming Webinars (February 2026)
Several upcoming webinars will address important health topics in February 2026.
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Meet Our Team:A Q&A with Linda Matthews, DNP, PMHNP-BC
Linda Matthews, DNP, PMHNP-BC, is a key member of the Thira Health team, specializing in mental health care for adolescents and adults wi...
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Attention and Speech Perception in Autism and ADHD
Dr. Emily Knight, MD, PhD, will conduct a seminar on attention and speech perception in children with autism and attention-deficit/hypera...
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DOH announces recipients of Perinatal Mental Health Access and Capacity Building grant
The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is awarding Perinatal Mental Health Access and Capacity Building grants to community orga...
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City Departments Join Forces to Support Youth Mental Health
The City of Seattle is offering free mental health care for young people. Residents can call or text 988 for assistance at any time. In r...
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Abortion Pills Side Effects: What to Expect
If considering the abortion pill, it’s important to understand potential side effects. The abortion pill consists of two medications: mif...
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Pass the Veteran Caregiver Reeducation, Reemployment, and Retirement Act
Military and veteran caregivers provide crucial support to loved ones with injuries or disabilities from service, with over 14 million Am...
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The Three Pillars of Health and Why Connection Holds Them Up
Loneliness is increasingly recognized as a public health issue, with the World Health Organization emphasizing the importance of social c...
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The Evidence is Clear: Permanent Supportive Housing Works
Homelessness in the U.S. has reached record levels, driven by rising housing costs and inadequate public systems. Providing low-barrier s...
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Community, Creativity, and Healing: Building Connection in Recovery
Creativity and connection are vital in the recovery process, enhancing emotional well-being and fostering community among individuals in ...
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Esketamine treatments for severe depression
VA is offering esketamine, a new treatment for Veterans with treatment-resistant depression and acute suicidality. Administered under the...
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Take a journey with PAWS
Tara Pipia, a Veteran of the Army National Guard, faced challenges transitioning to civilian life, especially with her PTSD. Traditional ...
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Racism as a Mental Health Stressor
The American Psychological Association recently highlighted racism as a significant mental health issue, noting it poses a threat to over...
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Health Happens Everywhere: Understanding Social Determinants of Health
This recorded webinar offers 1.5 CDE credits and focuses on Social Determinants of Health (SDOH), which are non-medical factors influenci...
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Part 1: Brain Health 101 – Foundation, Risk Factors & Key Guidelines
As people age, subtle changes in mental, social, and sensory health can lead to cognitive decline, often going unnoticed until significan...
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Professional Roles and Boundaries in the Geriatric Clinical Setting With Eric Strom, JD, PhD. LMHC
A two-hour workshop on “Professional Roles and Boundaries” will be held on February 25, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. PDT via Zoom. ...
Events for Mental Health & Counseling
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Mind(full) Aging Support Series
Join the Mind(full) Aging Support Series, an eight-week program designed to help participants navigate aging-related anxiety and depressi...
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Stress Reduction Class
Join Stress Coach Dat Tran for a Stress Reduction Class on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, from 11 a.m. to noon at The Center for Active Living,...
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Conversation Circle - Group #1
Join the Conversation Circle - Group #1 on Feb. 19, 2026, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at The Center for Active Living, located at 4217 SW Oregon ...
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Seminar on Attention and Speech Perception in Autism and ADHD
Join Dr. Emily Knight on Feb. 19, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. in the Haring Center Auditorium for a seminar focused on attention and speech percep...
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Men's Support Group #1
Join the Men’s Support Group #1 on Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at The Center for Active Living, located at 4217 SW ...
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UW Traumatic Brain Injury - Behavioral Health ECHO
Join the University of Washington for the Traumatic Brain Injury - Behavioral Health ECHO, starting February 20, 2026, at noon PST. This ...
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Aging Well - Group #2
Join the Aging Well - Group #2 on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, from 11 a.m. to noon at The Center for Active Living, located at 4217 SW Oregon ...
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Men's Support Group #2
Join the Men’s Support Group #2 on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at The Center for Active Living, located at 4217 ...
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Aging Well - Group #1
Join the Aging Well Group #1 on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, from 1 to 2 p.m. at The Center for Active Living, located at 4217 SW Oregon St., S...
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Social Services Community Connection
Join the Social Services Community Connection event on Feb. 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the South Park Neighborhood Center, located...
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12th Annual Northwest Conference on Childhood Grief
Join us for the 12th Annual Northwest Conference on Childhood Grief on Feb. 25, 2026, at the Seattle Children’s Sand Point Learning Cente...
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Professional Roles and Boundaries Workshop
Join us for the Professional Roles and Boundaries Workshop on Feb. 25, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. PST via Zoom. This two-hour interactive session...
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Mindfulness with Journaling
Join certified teacher Kristine Kero for “Mindfulness with Journaling” on Feb. 25, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at The Center for Act...
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Positive Parent Strategies ECHO Sessions
Join the Positive Parent Strategies ECHO Sessions, a 10-week virtual series beginning Feb. 26, 2026, designed for parents and caregivers ...
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Resilient Wednesdays – Bipolar Peer Support (Zoom)
Join the “Resilient Wednesdays – Bipolar Peer Support” group on February 25, 2026, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET via Zoom. This weekly o...
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Men's Support Group #1
Join the Men’s Support Group #1 on Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at The Center for Active Living, located at 4217 SW ...
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Caregivers Support Group
Join the Caregivers Support Group on Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, from 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. at The Center for Active Living, located at 4217 ...
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Aging Well - Group #2
Join the Aging Well - Group #2 on Monday, March 2, 2026, from 11 a.m. to noon at The Center for Active Living, located at 4217 SW Oregon ...
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Men's Support Group #2
Join the Men’s Support Group #2 on Monday, March 2, 2026, from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at The Center for Active Living, located at 4217 ...
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Science in Medicine Lecture: Michael Bruchas, PhD
Join the Science in Medicine Lecture Series featuring Michael Bruchas, PhD, on March 4, 2026, from 11 a.m. to noon at the William H. Foeg...