Life Works Nw
Central Beaverton - Beaverton:
Bilingual Chemical Dependency Counselor 1, CCBHC
The Chemical Dependency Counselor I position will work at LifeWorks NW's Certified Community Behavioral Healthcare Clinics (CCBHC). In 2017, LifeWorks NW was selected to represent Oregon in the federal demonstration project to implement CCBHCs to advance delivery of behavioral health care. LifeWorks NW's CCBHC sites will provide comprehensive client care through a team-based approach with ser...
To Find the Right Counselor, Rethink Your Idea of What a Counselor Is
The conversation around mental health has slowly drifted into the mainstream conversations, but many people still have concerns and questions about what
How Do I Select a Therapist or Counselor?
Dear Lifehacker,<br>Things have been really rough for me lately, and I'm thinking about talking to a professional. The trouble is, when I search for therapists and counselors, I get dozens of names with dozens of different titles, like "counselor," "psychologist," "psychiatrist," "therapist," "social workers," and more. How do I pick the right one, and how do I decide who to see?<br>Sincerely,<br>Need Help Getting Help
High School Counselor Has Advice For Teens Who Have Friend Problems
High school counselor and therapist offers advice to parents whose teens suddenly struggle to maintain friendships.
Why LGBTQ Students Need School Counselors Like Mine
When I told her that I’m gay, she explained right off the bat that being gay is a reason to celebrate. She said that being different and unique is a gift rather than something to be afraid of.
New Alcoholism Treatment To Eliminate Dependency, Could Be Cure?
A new compound can completely eliminate alcohol dependency in mice.
Are You Suffering from Love Addiction and Co-Dependency?
Love addiction has potential to negatively impact a person’s life but it can be tough to tell the difference whether a relationship is authentic or not. Read more.
How to Become a Drug and Alcohol Abuse Counselor
Are you looking for information on becoming a drug and alcohol abuse counselor? Then take this article into consideration to get started with your education.
How to Become a Mental Health Counselor
Are you looking to become a Mental Health Counselor? View all career info, including what degree is needed to prepare you for your dream career.
Why I Became an Addiction Counselor
There are many reasons to become an addiction counselor. Read these inspiring stories from our staff and those currently training to become counselors.
The Benefits of Meditation Await You Counselor
So how can I be so sure about the benefits of meditation? Science shows meditation changes the way the brain functions. Experience proves it.
What Does an Addiction Counselor Do?
Drug and alcohol addiction afflict tens of millions of people in this country alone. Recovery from these addic...
How to Choose the Right Addiction Counselor
Having the right addiction counselor plays an important role in recovery. Click on this article to learn how to choose the right addiction counselor.
What Every Substance Abuse Counselor Will Tell You
A substance abuse counselor will become your closest ally in recovery after entering substance abuse treatment. Call Futures for your first chat.
How to spot the signs of addiction in loved ones this holiday
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - Mental health counselor, Shannan Roberts, said holiday stress and loneliness can be a trigger for those who struggle with substance abuse. We talked with her about how to recognize the signs of addiction in your loved ones.<br>During the holidays, family comes home to visit or back from college. You're often seeing friends you haven't seen in a while, or family you don't get to check in with very often.
Relapsed? Here's Your Addiction Counselor's Take...
“Don’t stay too long in the shame-filled grounds of relapse. Fertile soil awaits your return and your recovering.” Holli Kenley As professional Addiction Counselors, we are well trained to work with clients who relapse during or after completing alcohol and drug treatment. We are taught to view relapse as a clinical issue and make …
How to Transition to a Career as a Substance Use Disorder Counselor
If you're ready for a new career, there's lots of preparing you'll have to do. Read this guide on how to transition to working as an addiction specialist.
How to Decide Between Seeing a Therapist or a Counselor
What Does A Mental Health Counselor Do?
On the large menu of mental health services, you’ll find an alphabet soup of licensed professionals—including licensed mental health counselors or L.M.H.C.s. Could one be right for you? Learn everything you need to know about mental health counselors, including how they differ from other experts, av
What is the National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Examination?
Are you interested in becoming a licensed or certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor? Learn about the NCMHCE and tips to help you prepare for the exam.
How the brain can make quitting alcohol harder
If you like to drink but want to stop and don't seem to have to willpower to do so, it may be because chemicals in your brain are telling you to order another pint, new research suggests.
