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Groups & Workshops
CHILDREN
Social Skills
Hands on learning as they practice valuable social skills needed to function in society.
ADHD
Focuses on organization skills, medication issues, behavioral based therapy and education.
ODD/Anger
Focuses on ways to decrease anger outbursts and manage emotions effectively.
TEENS
Teen EDGE
For teens who struggle with depression, anxiety and self-destructive behaviors.
Cutting EDGE
Helping teens overcome the urge for self-injurious behavior.
Social Skills
Hands on learning as they practice valuable social skills needed to function in society.
Self-Esteem
Focusing on increasing all aspects of self-esteem.
Anger
Teen anger management program to learn about anger styles, ways to decrease anger outbursts and manage emotions effectively.
ADHD
Focuses on organization skills, medication issues, behavioral based therapy and education.
Trauma Survivor
Focused on healing from the pain and recovering from sexual abuse.
ADULTS
Young Women's EDGE
The EDGE group for 18-25 year old women. Exploring women's issues including depression and anxiety contributing to self-injurious behaviors, eating disorders and substance abuse.
Setting Limits of Responsibility in Relationships
Learn to assertively communicate wants, needs, thoughts & feelings; skillfully manage conflict. |
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Greetings! 
It is difficult to even begin to think about Fall coming, but here it comes! The weather is still warm right now and September often brings us an Indian summer. Don't you just want to squeeze every morsel out of it? After that, Winter comes and the 'blahs' that can plague many of us during the colder months of the year.
Perspectives has some great things planned for the Fall and Winter. Stay connected with us, and we'll keep you updated on all of our workshops, seminars and groups for children, teens and adults.
See below for an informative article about Seasonal Affective Disorder from Tricia Stehle, LMSW.
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Seasonal Affective Disorder byTricia Stehle, LMSW
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) affects millions of us in the Midwest. Commonly, it is thought to hit when the first snow falls, but it may actually start as early as September or October.
It is more likely to affect:
- Women
- Individuals between the ages of 15 and 55
- Those with a relative that has been affected by SAD
- People who live in areas where the winter days are very short and daylight is sparse
Those of us in the Midwest are especially prone to suffering from SAD (Source: Healthwise/WebMd, 2010). Shockingly, SAD can last until April or May! In addition, an individual may have no history of it but can develop it at any point in time.
Typical symptoms include:
- Feeling sad and/or grumpy spontaneously
- Eating more carbohydrates
- Weight gain
- Loss of interest in your normal activities
- Sleeping more, and feeling more drowsy during the day
Because SAD is such a common condition in the Midwestern section of the United States, it deserves attention and consideration in terms of preparing for the possibility of it appearing. It is advised that if you and/or a loved one spontaneously develop the prior symptoms to seek help. Help is available and SAD can worsen without treatment.
Treatment for SAD typically consists of:
Light Therapy:Light boxes can be purchased that stimulate sunlight. A person will be exposed to the light for a designated period of time each day that helps them feel more refreshed, as we typically do in the summer months.
Counseling: Typically, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to help one change their negative thoughts that often coincide with depressed mood and lack of motivation.
Antidepressant Medication: Medications may be necessary for recovery.
If you or anyone you know develops symptoms of SAD, please do not hesitate to contact Tricia Stehle or any other member of our staff. We can help!
Contact us at 248-244-8644 |
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PERSPECTIVES
Invites
School Professionals
to our
FALL OPEN HOUSE
"Sex-Esteem"
Presented by Leslie Johnsen, MA, LLP
& Malissa Wood, MA, LLP, LPC
Friday, October 7, 2011
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
This Seminar is FREE for School Professionals!
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Setting Limits of Responsibility Workshop
with Elaine Booth, LMSW
for Adults 18 and over
Friday, October 7, 7-9 pm
Saturday October 8, 9am - 4pm
Just $149 for over 8 hours of skill building tools!
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Parenting the Self-Destructive Child
with Leslie Johnsen, MA, LLP
for Parents of teens with Self-Destructive Behaviors
Monday, October 17, 7:30-9:00 pm
Just $25 per person or $40 per couple
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ADHD Workshop
with Beth Atwell, MA, LPC
for children 10-14 years old
Saturday, October 22, 10 am - 3 pm
with a one hour break for lunch
Just $89
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Parenting the Difficult Teen Workshop
with Chandler Fleming, LMSW
Saturday, November 5, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Only $69 per person, $89 per couple
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Call 248-244-8644
for More Information and to Register! |
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Our Services
PERSPECTIVES serves CLIENTELE at 2 Locations...
With over 35 licensed professionals on staff, we excel in the mental health services we provide in the areas of:
Children dealing with Attention Deficit difficulties, Oppositional Behavior, Social Issues, Self-Esteem Issues, Adjustment Reactions, Academic Performance, Emotional Impairments
Adolescents struggling with Depression, Anxiety, Eating
Disorders, Self-Injury, School Issues, Family Issues
Adult therapy in areas of Depression, Anxiety, Grief/Loss, Trauma, Bi-polar, and many more
Marital and Family therapy restoring healthy relationships
Addiction Services including Alcohol Awareness Classes, Secretary of State and Department of Transportation Evaluations, Chemical Dependency, Behavioral Addictions
Psychiatric Services including Board Certified M.D.'s and D.O.'s
for children, adolescents, and adults
PERSPECTIVES serves PROFESSIONALS...
Speaker's Bureau includes competent speakers who come to you with their expertise
PERSPECTIVES serves COMMUNITY...
Family Life Perspectives Radio Program is on WMUZ 103.5, Monday through Friday at 10:45 - 11:00 am.
Parenting and Community Education Opportunities
For More Information
Call 248-244-8644 or 586-268-6712
or
Visit our website www.perspectivesoftroy.com
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Thank you for your continued trust and confidence! |
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Sincerely,
Perspectives Counseling Centers
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