by DrKatieBrazaitis | Mar 21, 2025 | Clinician Wellness, Engaging in Community Care, Expanding Self-Care
Last month, I started talking about what can be done in the face of the fear and uncertainty in our nation. I proposed starting with staying informed while staying sane and getting educated. Today I’m going to discuss coping with the weight of being viewed as...
by DrKatieBrazaitis | Mar 4, 2025 | Engaging in Community Care
The safety, civil liberties, freedoms, and wellness (physical and psychological) for so many are under attack. I wanted to take a moment to say I see you. This may not mean much or it may make all the difference. Last week’s post was more geared towards...
by DrKatieBrazaitis | Feb 26, 2025 | Clinician Wellness, Engaging in Community Care, Enhancing Competency
I am overdue for a post about what is happening in our country and for that, I apologize. Like many of you, my thoughts have been racing, my heart has been pounding, and my stomach has been in knots. Everyday I try to wrap my head around all that has transpired since...
by DrKatieBrazaitis | Feb 4, 2025 | Clinical Interventions, Enhancing Competency, Suicide
Part one of this sub-series introduced suicide safety planning. I reviewed the rationale for using them and key elements to consider. In part two, I started describing in detail the different sections of the safety plan. I covered Warning Signs and Coping Strategies:...
by DrKatieBrazaitis | Jan 20, 2025 | Clinical Interventions, Enhancing Competency, Suicide
Back in November, I introduced Suicide Safety Planning. I reviewed the research and tips for making a high quality plan. Namely, I explained that all elements on a safety plan should be specific, accessible, feasible, and safe. In this post, I’ll start going...
