TriCity Family Services is a trusted partner for counseling and other mental health services for children and teens, their families and community members across all life stages. Regardless of income level, members of the TriCity community have access to our full spectrum of services. Our unique family-centered approach seeks to involve all members of the family in treatment, and we are a local leader in engaging children and teens in early intervention and prevention programs. Through our services and support environments, our multi-dimensional approach seeks to strengthen the entire TriCity community by promoting lifelong mental health.

Holiday decorations are put away, the kids are back in school, and hopefully you can finally regain a sense of structure and routine to your daily life.  

We, at TriCity Family Services, are grateful for your support in 2013 and we are excited to begin 2014 with you.  We are looking forward to a fantastic year ahead.

On behalf of the staff at TriCity Family Services, we wish you and your family a happy New Year. 

In this new year, we encourage you to make your mental health a priority.  Please keep in mind that year round, TriCity Family Services is here to help you and your family attain better mental well-being through our array of supportive services and preventive programs.    

Read our January e-newsletter to see what our agency has in store in 2014.  Enjoy!

 Strengthening People, Building Community

These six simple tips for mental well-being will not only help you relieve your stress, but also impact your other New Year's resolutions.  

1. Set reasonable goals
People often fall short of their New Year's resolutions because they set unreasonable goals.  If you set the bar too high and are not able to accomplish the goal, chances are you may quickly get discouraged. 

2. To-do lists
Checking off items in a to-do list can give you a sense of accomplishment, which will help you feel relieved and happy.  Pick a task and focus on it.

3. Time for yourself
When was the last time you did something for yourself? Maybe pursue a hobby you really enjoy? One of the key factors in reducing stress is to schedule time for you.  Personal activities help us detach from our surroundings and free the mind of stress. 

4. Adequate sleep 
Apart from being tired, poor sleep can also cause increased stress level, make you eat more, develop low mental acuity and also low productivity.  To sleep better, try non-stimulating activities before going to bed. For example, reading and meditation can help you wind down for the night.  

5. Spending time with family and friends
It is important to spend time with family and keep the relationships strong.

6. Physical activity
Generally, people think of increasing physical activities as a great benefit to their body, but exercising can also foster mental well-being. Exercising increases the brain chemical endorphin, which can make you feel better. It is also known to improve depression and can help you get through this winter season.