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Yes. You read that subject line correctly. Crossroads for Women is offering free one-hour counseling sessions to new clients in May. Better hurry to book an appointment, though, since this is a first come, first served special!
Also this month, we have some great events coming up, including a visit from Dr. Stephanie Covington in September. And, speaking of events, the Walk for Recovery committee is having a t-shirt contest. Illustrate what recovery means to you, and your artwork could be featured on this year's t-shirt!
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Crossroads for Women Offering Free Counseling to New Clients in May
Many people wonder what it would be like to sit and talk about whatever is on their mind with a licensed professional counselor, but have never tried it. Well, here is your  chance! Crossroads for Women is offering a free one-hour counseling session during the month of May to new clients at its three counseling centers in Portland, Windham and Kennebunk. This opportunity is a confidential, safe and comfortable way to see if counseling may be helpful for whatever discomfort you might be feeling. We promise complete confidentiality, no paperwork and no diagnosis. The free counseling session is simply a chance to talk to someone who will listen without judgment. This special offer is good for a one-hour counseling session to new clients of Crossroads for Women during the month of May only. Appointments will be booked on a first come, first served basis and subject to availability. To book an appointment, call: Greater Portland Counseling Center: 207.773.9931 Kennebunk Counseling Center: 207.467.3369 Windham Counseling Center: 207.894.5733 Find out more about Crossroads for Women's counselorsDownload a printable flyer (PDF)Back to Top |
Save the Date for These Upcoming Events!
 Crossroads for Women is pleased to announce that Dr. Stephanie Covington will be visiting us in Portland on Tuesday, September 13, 2011.
Dr. Covington, a nationally-recognized clinician, author and lecturer, will be giving a talk on creating a gender-responsive environment in treatment. Stay tuned for more details!
Read our interview with Dr. Covington
Coming up on Thursday, May 19th is the annual Silver Tea to Celebrate Women in Recovery. The wonderful event is hosted by the Women's Addiction Services Council (WASC) and held at the State Capitol in Augusta.
This year, speakers and the presentation of the Women in Recovery Leadership Award will be held at the Hall of Flags in the State Capitol. The tea will follow at the Blaine House. Registration is required to attend the tea.
Get all the details of the Silver Tea
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Walk for Recovery T-shirt Contest
What Does Recovery Mean to You?
The Walk for Recovery planning committee is looking for people to share what Recovery means to them in the form of artwork. The winning entry into the Walk for Recovery t-shirt contest will get their artwork printed on this year's t-shirts! Details: Create a picture on an 8 � x 11 piece of white paper and send or drop off to: D�sir�e Lawrence Milestone Foundation 65 India Street Portland, Maine 04101 (207) 775-4790 desireel@milestonefoundation.org The chosen winner will have his/her artwork featured on this year's walk t-shirts. Runner-up artwork will be chosen to be displayed along the walk path. Deadline: Submissions must be received by Tuesday, May 31 This year's walk will take place Saturday, September 10th. Visit the walk website or Facebook page for details. Back to Top
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Sincerely,
Jennifer Barbour, communications specialist
Crossroads for Women
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Crossroads for Women
addresses substance abuse and mental health so that
women and their families can live healthy lives. FMI, call 207.773.9931 or visit our website.
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Outpatient Therapy Groups
Professional Women's Recovery Group
Wednesdays, 5:30pm - 7pm
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