by Galen Hope | Jul 20, 2023 | mental health
Aggressive behavior and bullying in children are complex issues that can have profound and lasting effects on individuals and communities. Understanding the dynamics of the bullying cycle is crucial in order to effectively address and prevent this harmful behavior....
by Galen Hope | Jul 17, 2023 | mental health
Children’s mental health is important and is often under examined. One particular area that demands our attention is mood disorders. Mood disorders in children, such as major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, and disruptive mood dysregulation disorder, can...
by Galen Hope | Jun 22, 2023 | mental health
It may be summer, but we all know school is right around the corner. That makes this the perfect time to reflect on school and what it can mean for mental health and eating disorder treatment. In our work with adolescents, we often see school attendance used as an...
by Galen Hope | Jun 19, 2023 | mental health
In many ways, my role as a movement specialist makes me out to be something of a boogie man. When some clients are faced with doing movement, the facilitator often becomes the object of their transference. For example, if you have a client who struggles with doing...
by Galen Hope | Jun 14, 2023 | diversity equity inclusion, mental health
June is Pride Month, and a time for us to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. It’s also a time for us to ensure that we are doing enough to make our spaces as inclusive and affirming as possible. Galen Hope Co-Founder Dr. Wendy Oliver-Pyatt explains that inclusivity...
by Galen Hope | Jun 9, 2023 | mental health
At Galen Hope, we believe very strongly in a transitional recovery plan for our clients. It is important to understand the benefits of this type of treatment model. Transitional recovery may begin with a partial hospitalization program (PHP) and may move into a tiered...
