The diversity we celebrate on Veterans Day On Veterans Day, November 11th, we honor the bravery, service, and sacrifice of those of our military who have protected us throughout the history of our country. It is an honor to live in such a vibrant nation that fights for the freedom of its members. We also […]
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Discrimination, Denied!
The Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC) voted unanimously to restore protections for LGBTQ and disabled clients in the Social Workers Code of Conduct that was undone on October 12th, 2020. Thanks to the public support legal discrimination has been denied. I stand with Social Workers and all mental health professionals who strive for equal […]
No Place For Hate- Social Work Board Ruling
No Place for Hate—A Statement from Hill Country Therapy This week, the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners voted unanimously to allow social workers to turn away clients based on disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity, reversing board rules that have been in place since 2010. This violates the Code of Ethics for all […]
Coping through Unrest
It is rough out there right now. You are not alone. The Suicide Prevention Hotline has some tips for coping with community unrest. https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/current-events/coping-during-community-unrest/
Antiracism Resources: A Reminder
Brene Brown provides antiracism resources in the reference below. It’s important to remember, as the media centers different things about the ongoing protests and the escalation by the government, that the protests started because of police brutality toward BIPOC. https://brenebrown.com/antiracism-resources/
Racism and Its Effects on Mental Health
This webinar focuses on the negative impact of racism on mental health symptoms for people of color. Coping resources are included. http://adaa.org/webinar/consumer/effects-racism-mental-health-how-cope