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How to Overcome Back-to-School Anxiety: A Family Guide to Balancing Structure and Self-Care
Breaks in routine and structure are occurrences that many look forward to as they can provide an opportunity to focus...
How Chronic Pain Affects Mental Health: Understanding the Link
Chronic pain is more than just physical suffering—it’s an invisible epidemic affecting the quality of life for those trying to...
How to Ask for Mental Health Help
In the intricacy of human health, mental well-being holds significant weight. Yet, despite its importance, many hesitate to seek help...
Finding Joy This Winter: Simple Ways to Lift Your Spirits
As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, it’s easy to feel the weight of winter settle in. Stressors at...
How to Help a Child or Teen with Back-to-School Anxiety
Is your child refusing to go to school? You are not alone. School refusal can be characterized by a child’s...
[In The Media] Re-programming Screen Time: Chicago Counselors Help Families Find Balance | WGN9’s Medical Watch
Navigating screen use and social media for youth and families can feel overwhelming. A top priority for parents is safety,...
[In The Media] Positive Data Amidst Mental Health Crisis: Intermediate Mental Health Treatment Can Reduce Depression and Anxiety Symptoms by ~50% for Adolescents and Adults
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New white paper reinforces the importance of personalized behavioral healthcare that is timely and evidence-based
[In The Media] Compass Health Center Increases Access to Mental Health Programs by Becoming In-Network with CareFirst BCBS, supporting members throughout Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia
More residents in the region will now have access to psychiatry and mental health services through Compass Health Center, now...
Intrusive vs Impulsive Thoughts: Understanding the Difference
Intrusive and impulsive thoughts are two cognitive processes that often are mistaken for one another. Though their characteristics may initially...
6 Tips to Help Children Navigate Social Media from a Psychiatrist: Insights from Compass Health Center’s Dr. Claudia Welke on NBC Chicago
Navigating screen use and social media for youth can feel overwhelming. A top priority for parents is safety, but the...
Navigating LGBTQIA+ Mental Health: Compassionate Resources
In recent years, you’ve likely noticed a rise in discussions about mental health within the LGBTQIA+ community, thanks to increased...
Teen Mental Health Facts and Statistics 2024
Adolescence is one of the most formative periods of our lives. These years are a time of rapid change, growth,...
A Parent’s Roadmap to Navigating Mental Health Care for Their Children and Teens
Parenting is hard, magical, and everything in between. It can be especially challenging when our children are struggling, particularly with...
Mental Health, Chronic Pain And Illness: Everyone’s Treatment Journey Looks and Feels Different
Everyone’s mental and physical health journey looks and feels different. When dealing with pain and illness, it’s essential to consider...
Understanding the Impact of School Anxiety, Refusal, and Absenteeism on Youth: Watch Compass Health Center’s April Deskside Briefing
On April 4, 2024, our Deskside Briefing explored the pressing issue of school absenteeism among K-12 students in the United...
Understanding the Need for Immediate Mental Health Care
Why Treatment Length Matters When someone falls seriously ill or injures themselves, they require immediate medical attention to allow them...
The Relationship Between Social Anxiety and Substance Use
Author: Carolyn Weisman, Director of Adolescent Program
Listen Now: Compass Health Center’s Dr. Marissa Leslie featured on 97.9’s Maryland Perspectives Radio
Hosted by Amelia Ryerse, Maryland Perspectives, on 97.9 FM Baltimore, features organizations across Maryland that make a difference in resident’s...
Spotlight on Mental Health in the Black Community
As we celebrate Black History Month beyond February, let’s amplify Black voices, share stories, and foster supportive environments that destigmatize...
Interview with NewsNation Now: Compass Health Center Contributes to National Discussion about Marijuana and Teen Mental Health
Compass Health Center Opens to Address Mental Health Crisis in Maryland
Photo Left to Right: Marissa Leslie, MD, Medical Director, Compass Health Center, Senator Will Smith, MD – District 20, David Schreiber, MD,...
Embracing Transitions: Tools for Mental Health and Wellness
As we walk into the month of August, the days are warm and humid, stores are filled with back-to-school...
Compass Health Center Announces Expansion to Maryland Addressing Urgent Need for Quick Access to Comprehensive Mental Health Care In-person and Virtually Across the State
Compass Health Center Announces Expansion to Maryland Addressing Urgent Need for Quick Access to Comprehensive Mental Health Care In-person and...
Rewriting the Narrative: From “I Can’t” to “I Can”
Rewriting the Narrative: From “I Can’t” to “I Can” In-person and Virtual School Refusal & Anxiety Treatment for Ages 8-18...
Preparing Students for a Successful Year: Introducing Compass Health Center’s Ready, Set, School Program
As summer winds down and thoughts turn to the upcoming school year, parents and caregivers are faced with the challenge...
Fireworks Season and PTSD: Effective Strategies for Managing Symptoms
Updated to reflect current program offerings. Original article “How to Manage PTSD Symptoms During Fireworks Season” was published on July...
Compass Health Center Introduces Virtual Program to Improve Access to Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment for Young Adults and Adults
New Virtual Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) Program from Compass Health Center delivers specialized care to a broader audience,...
Creative Arts & Experiential Therapies 101: Yoga Therapy
Creative Arts & Experiential Therapies 101: Yoga Yoga, an ancient practice originating in India, has gained widespread popularity...
Study Reveals Rise in New Cases of Chronic Pain, Compass Health Center Spearheads Innovative Approach to Mental Health and Chronic Pain Management
Illinois-Based Mental Health Organization Offers Effective Treatment for Chronic Pain and Illness, Debunks Misconceptions, and Empowers Individuals Through Knowledge.
Illinois-based Compass Health Center to launch College Preparedness Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) in Northbrook and Oak Brook this summer
More than 40% of College Students Considered Withdrawing in 2022 Due to Emotional Stress; New College Readiness Program Addresses the...
Compass Health Center to Launch After School Mental Health & Substance Use Program for Teens in Chicago to Help Destigmatize Treatment for Co-occurring Conditions
Compass Health Center to Launch After School Mental Health & Substance Use Program for Teens in Chicago to Help Destigmatize...
Creative Arts & Experiential Therapies 101: Improv Therapy
Improv therapy When starting an improv therapy group, I always ask this question: who can tell me what...
A New Way Forward Together: Evidence-based Depression & Anxiety Treatment Programs at Compass
A New Way Forward Together: Evidence-based Depression & Anxiety Treatment Programs at Compass According to NAMI, Anxiety disorders are the...
Taking Ownership of Our Story: How School Planners, Journaling, and Narrative Reframing Shape Our Well-being
Compass Health Center Launches Innovative Program to Combat Rising Screen Addiction in Children and Teens
Compass Health Center Launches Innovative Program to Combat Rising Screen Addiction in Children and Teens
Mental Health and Substance Use: Q & A Featuring Compass Psychiatrist and Addiction Specialist Deepali Gershan, MD
Gain valuable insights from Dr. Deepali Gershan, Compass Psychiatrist and Addiction Specialist, as she shares her expertise on the nuanced...
Compass Health Center to Launch Enhanced Summer Creative Arts Intensive Outpatient Program
Compass Health Center to Launch Enhanced Summer Creative Arts Intensive Outpatient Program Creative Arts Therapies Help Children & Teens...
Progression Over Perfection: Discover Our New Mental Health & Substance Use Programs at Compass
Progression Over Perfection: Discover Our New Mental Health & Substance Use Programs at Compass Compass now offers Mental Health...
How Kindness Can Help Boost Your Self-Esteem
‘Boosting Self-Esteem’ Spotify playlist: Curated by Compass Health Center Clinicians We all want to feel good about ourselves, but sometimes...
Family Action Network Presents, Leslie Brankin, Anna Finis, and Toni Boos: Understanding and Treating School Anxiety and Refusal
On February 15, 2023, The Family Action Network (FAN) presented the event, “Understanding and Treating School Anxiety and Refusal,” a...
Which Mental Health Diagnoses are Treated at the PHP/IOP Levels of Care at Compass?
Why Treatment Length Matters
Compass Health Center to launch Young Adult and Adult Virtual Trauma Program in Response to National Demand Increase
Compass Health Center to launch Young Adult & Adult Virtual Trauma Program in Response to National Demand Increase Behavioral...
What to Listen to, Read, and Watch this Winter | Family Action Network’s Executive Director, Lonnie Stonitsch, Shares her Picks with the Compass Community
We asked one of our longstanding community partners, Family Action Network’s executive director, Lonnie Stonitsch, to share her recommendations for what to listen to,...
How Do I Know Which Type of Mental Health Treatment is Right for Me? | A Clinician’s Guide to Understanding Levels of Care
When you think of therapy, you likely envision sitting on a couch in a therapist’s office or at your home...
Chicagoland Behavioral Health Program Launches in February to Provide Co-Occurring Treatment for Individuals Struggling with Mental Health and Substance Use
Chicagoland Behavioral Health Program Launches in February to Provide Co-Occurring Treatment for Individuals Struggling with Mental Health and Substance Use...
Why do Holidays Trigger Substance Use? | A Clinician’s Guide for Navigating Pressure, Nostalgia, and Complicated Relationships
Compass Virtual Welcomes Justine Mitchell to Leadership Team with Plans to Increase Access to Life-Saving Behavioral Health Treatment for Individuals Throughout Illinois and Beyond
Compass Health Center adds a new head of virtual services to expand access to high-quality, intermediate levels of behavioral health...
Chicago Behavior Center Utilizes Innovative Virtual Reality to Treat Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Anxiety Disorders
Compass Health Center Now Elevating Comprehensive Treatment for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Anxiety Disorders with Innovative Virtual Reality Care CHICAGO, Oct....
PHP/IOP Behavioral Health Reacts to Maryland Teen Suffering in Waiting Room for 76 Days; Provides Critical Solution to Ongoing Crisis
Compass Health Center PHP/IOP Programs Provide Solution to Nationwide Mental Health Crisis for Teens CHICAGO, Nov. 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE)...
Compass Anywhere | When you need more support for your mental health, PHP/IOP can help
Compass Anywhere There is a solution for getting life back on track. It’s convenient. It works. It’s about the individual....
Inclusive Holiday Hosting: A Clinician’s Guide to Practicing Affirmative Language
Author: Jenny Finnerman, LCSW, Associate Director of Clinical Learning and Development By now, you have likely noticed the abundance...
Youth Substance Use Prevention Month: Why It’s Important to Talk to Your Teen About Marijuana
October is National Youth Substance Use Prevention month and there’s no better time than the present to talk...
Intersectionality of Suicide and Trauma – Turning Devastating Statistics into Action
Numerous studies show that trauma is a primary risk factor for suicidal ideation and behavior. Estimates suggest that over...
5 Tips to Prepare Your Anxious Students for a New School Year
With the new school year upon us, students, parents and staff arrive with a sense of excitement and anticipation about what lies...
6 Tips to Prepare Your Anxious Child for Back to School
As back-to-school time rapidly approaches, it is common to see an increase in anxiety and related acting-out behaviors in children....
5 Ways Coloring Supports Mindfulness (Downloadable Worksheets)
Did you know that coloring can help improve your mental health through practicing mindfulness? Here are five ways coloring supports being in the here...
Compass Health Center In-Network with Optum/United Behavioral Health Beginning July 15, 2022
[Press Release] Chicago, Illinois, July 11, 2022 – Compass Health Center announced today that it will be in-network with Optum/United...
Post-Crisis Mental Health Resources
This has been an incredibly difficult and distressing week for many of us, filled with intense emotions and many thoughts to process....
5 Barriers to Accessing Behavioral Health Treatment
Even though the rate of mental health disorders between rural and urban areas is similar in the US, those living...
The Mind-Body Connection: Mental Health, Chronic Pain, and Illness
We sat down with Megan Nogasky, JD, LCSW, Director of Compass Health Center’s Mental Health, Chronic Pain, and Illness Program,...
How Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) Treats OCD at Compass Health Center
Oftentimes, Obsessive-Compulsive and Complex Anxiety disorders (OCD) can influence the way individuals engage with life and how they choose to...
Self-care tips for dealing with pandemic-related anxiety: FACE COVID
Downloadable Resource: Self-care tips for dealing with pandemic-related anxiety
How to Foster Closeness & Communication with your Kids this Holiday Season
Downloadable Resource for Parents: “How to Foster Closeness & Communication”
10 Tips from our Young Adult Group Therapists for Reducing Stress
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Dr. Claudia Welke: Breaking Barriers in the Mental Health Care Industry
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 80 percent of the healthcare workforce is made of women but fewer than...
6 Ways to Improve Your Mental Health During COVID-19
It’s no surprise that living amid a global pandemic has brought an overwhelming rollercoaster of emotions along with a sense...
