• To resolve or not to resolve….

    This is the time of year a lot of people make new year’s resolutions. And, of course, the ongoing joke of how long it takes for many people to drop their resolve in these often difficult behavior changes. The behavior changes

    January 2, 2025 • well-being • Views: 39

  • More Mental Health Resources for Students!

    The entire MinnState system has rolled out a new platform for additional mental health supports for students. While DCTC has two on-campus licensed mental health therapists, sometimes our hours don’t work with your schedule

    December 10, 2024 • Uncategorized • Views: 48

  • Medical Debt Cancelled in St Paul

    Often Maggie and I are working with students who are worried about getting healthcare because of the costs. But, remember, YOU are irreplaceable and you can always work with providers on interest free payment plans. AND  there

    November 15, 2024 • Uncategorized • Views: 65

  • **DECEMBER IS COMING**

    Many people experience increased stress at the end of the year. For some, the coming of the unknown of a new year puts them on edge, for others grief can be heavy during a time when there are a lot of holidays, and then, as

    November 15, 2024 • coping skills, well-being • Views: 45

  • World Mental Health Day

    The World Health Organization designated October 10th and World Mental Health Day as an initiative to grow awareness and understanding of mental health challenges. Here are some resources to support mental health: NAMI –

    October 10, 2024 • Uncategorized • Views: 53

  • Free Naloxone

    Naloxone is used to rapidly reverse an opioid overdose, like from heroin, oxycodone or fentanyl. Anyone from the community can anonymously get a free kit at county locations. Free Naloxone Flyer 8.5x11_DCbranding

    October 2, 2024 • Uncategorized • Views: 78

  • New Mental Health Resource- Calming Room in St. Paul

    The Living Room model is an innovative approach to mental health care developed by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), which functions as an alternative to emergency services for people experiencing mental health

    October 2, 2024 • Uncategorized • Views: 106

  • TERM TUESDAY – learn a new word related to well-being

    Term Tuesday! On Tuesdays we’re going to try and post a blog where we explain common terms used in the world of psychology. This week’s term: EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING. I talk about executive functioning A LOT. It’s a challenge

    October 1, 2024 • Uncategorized • Views: 79

  • Inclusion Series! FOOD

    Including Others – Through Food Food is often a central piece to social gatherings of all kinds: holidays, parties, student club meetings. It’s used to draw people in and to connect through doing an enjoyable activity

    September 10, 2024 • Uncategorized • Views: 76

  • New Semester Nervousness

    NEW classes, NEW teachers, NEW subjects and syllabus and NEW things to worry about.  It is very normal for change to bring up anxiety for people.  Nervousness can help us in some instances such as making sure we’re prepared

    August 5, 2024 • anxiety, coping skills, well-being • Views: 74