Secrets Of A Crazy Mental Health Counselor

I know you think all counselors are perfect right? Well, truth be told, counselors keep secrets, too. These secrets will have you questioning why these people are even counseling. This book introduces readers to the world of counselors. It goes deep into the world of one counselor who has never had life easy. You will learn about her dark struggles, the kind of struggles most people will not reveal. "Secrets of a Crazy Mental Health Counselor" is a guide, self-help, motivational and purely inspirational book. It tells a story about life issues and how to overcome all of the traps that have been set up to make you fail. It was written for mental health counselors, workers, women, teenagers, entrepreneurs, and anybody struggling with life each day. This book gives readers: Inspiration and insight on accepting issues, then balancing them. Behavior techniques that help you change your mindset as a working professional. Life plans that are actionable steps to becoming successful in your career. Facing all adversity, while still being motivated and motivating others. Patrice Brown, a mental health director and counselor at Restoring Bodies and Minds, has been the owner for Seven years. She credits her extensive 15-year mental health background to helping her write this book. Patrice tells all about the life struggles she faced, the years she fought opposition without ever giving up or having regrets.

An average day in the life of a psychologist can be a frenetic one. A 9 a.m. appointment to help a woman manage a husband who won't take out the garbage quickly shifts to a session with a convicted rapist at 10 a.m. After talking with a child an hour later about his fears of school, the psychologist meets his therapist to deal with his own fears, followed by lunch with a socially-phobic colleague who's already had four martinis by 1 p.m. And it's only Monday. At turns hilarious and heartbreaking, thoughtful and irreverent, Crazy is the incredibly honest and insightful story of how one mental health professional deals with his own personal problems and those of the people he treats. Part exposé, part memoir, it reveals what therapists really think about their profession, their colleagues, their patients, and their own lives.

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Established Mental Health Counselor and Anger Management Specialist Patrice Shavone Brown sharesdecades' worth of counseling wisdom into one compelling read."It's hard, yet life is what you make it. And it is full of twists and turns," says Patrice.Surviving in the Mental Health Jungle is both a love letter and a powerful guide to helping newly minted andaspiring mental health counselors carve their own path in the wilderness that is the mental health industry.After centuries of being swept under the rug, mental health has taken center stage in the modern world, whichis both a good and bad thing.Good, because the aches of the mind are now given equal importance as the aches of the body. Bad, becausemany are now profiting off of others' pain and struggles.Self-proclaimed life coaches and gurus now claim they hold the key to unlocking a sound mind and ridding itof all the consequences of trauma. And yet, you'll see them preaching dangerous nonsense to the vulnerable.This is where mental health experts come in. And they come in droves.Mental health counseling is becoming saturated by the minute. Unfortunately, not of counselors are createdequal.So, the question that now comes begging is this: How can truly passionate and talented mental healthcounselors like you stand out and deliver the right care to people who need it most?In her book, Patrice takes it step-by-step.From getting a counseling degree to building a strong foundation for your own private practice, Surviving inthe Mental Health Jungle serves as a much-needed guide for mental health advocates to make their mark andcreate a happier world.Filled with powerful insider tools, strategies, best practices, and real-life lessons, Patrice tackles:? The basics: From mental health counseling 101 to the educational requirements to get the degree,building productive client relationships, cultivating organizational skills, and 5 key concepts tosurviving the mental health industry, readers can make their first big steps and take a page out of anexpert's playbook

In any given year, one in five Canadians will experience symptoms of mental disorder. So why do we still have such a long way to go towards true understanding and acceptance? Because people are afraid to talk. Beyond Crazy takes us beyond the barriers of fear and stigma to meet real Canadians from all walks of life who have encountered mental illness. They tell stories of what it is like to journey to the edge of the abyss and back again, of what it is like to suffer deep psychosis or depression, a misdiagnosis, a life-threatening eating disorder, the suicide of a loved one. And they tell stories of hope recovered, of finding the road back to wellness, of families made stronger than ever. Using the most honest and compelling language – and often a good dose of humour – brave celebrities and unsung heroes tell it like it is. By doing so, they make it easier for those who follow, easier to get past the fear, to move beyond crazy.

This edited volume provides mental health clinicians with knowledge to effectively work with current and former first responders. It provides strategies on how to best develop and adapt clinical assessment procedures and therapeutic interventions to better meet the unique needs found in these settings. Chapters synthesize existing literature to introduce the reader to profession-specific factors issues that exist in these contexts and describe the challenges that can present when working with police, firefighters, EMS, emergency communications operators, crime scene investigators, and corrections personnel. The book covers a range of topics that clinicians and trainees need to understand the relevant issues, develop effective treatment plans, and deliver appropriate psychological services in public safety settings. First Responder Mental Health: A Clinician’s Guide will be essential reading for mental health professionals working with first responders, as well as those in training.

...Secrets Unraveled offers a gripping account of how a psychotherapy relationship can help even the most tortured mind. The mystery of mental illness is never more evident than with Munchausen Syndrome or Factitious Disorder, where people intentionally make themselves sick or injured to gain love and attention. Seldom discussed, this disturbing condition often leaves clinicians baffled. Dr. Hall delves exhaustively into his patient's abusive childhood, telling the story of how she developed such a crippling disorder. In this bold, brave book, readers will find solace, insight and inspiration. [It] is a landmark book that should interest not only Munchausen patients and their professional caregivers, but also anyone interested in psychology, mental health treatment, and medical mysteries. This is the first book that firmly counters the therapeutic nihilism surrounding the condition, offering hope to patients and families that recovery is achievable. The unique presentation of dual voices - the patient's and the therapist's - allows profound insights into the challenging psychodynamics of Munchausen syndrome and the effort required for resolution. I heartily recommend Secrets Unraveled to all interested readers. -- back cover.

A unique consumer resource for understanding mental health treatment With over 250 models of counseling and psychotherapy currently used to treat emotional problems and serious mental illness, figuring out where to look for the right services can be a daunting task. A Consumer’s Guide to Mental Health Services offers pragmatic solutions for those considering or already beginning treatment. It helps you to make important decisions regarding whether seeing a psychiatrist, a social worker, a counselor, or a psychologist is best for your particular needs. It also explores health insurance and coverage of treatment as well as how long it may take for you to begin feeling like yourself again. This valuable text looks at the intricacies of the mental health care system and provides a helpful summary that is both accessible and useful. If you’ve ever tried to find help for a major life transition, depression, or anxiety and have been overwhelmed by the options for mental health treatment, you are not alone. A Consumer’s Guide to Mental Health Services is a unique text that breaks down the vast array of service options with a critical eye so consumers can get the vital information they need in a straightforward and accessible way. This comprehensive text even includes a “Questions to Ask” section that will help you find the right clinician to fit your exact needs. Some of the topics A Consumer’s Guide to Mental Health Services covers in detail are: causes of mental health problems the three main models of mental health how clinicians who use the different models view mental health types of providers available and the different services they offer talk therapies and medications ethical codes of all professions consumers’ rights the insurance industry, its history and current role matching treatment to the problem alternatives to therapy and much more! A Consumer’s Guide to Mental Health Services is a valuable and practical resource for anyone considering or beginning mental health treatment or their family and friends. It is also a useful addition for educators or students working through introductory courses in all of the major mental health fields.