The Self Care Corner

"It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men"

Email: mtutt@cmithsouth.org
Website: https://cmitsouth.org/
Phone: 240-573-7250

My name is Ms.Tutt and I am the school-based clinician who works with various students in small groups and/or individually here at CMIT South MS/HS. I serve in the capacity of the school’s Wellness and Mental Health Professional.

In the Monthly Newsletter, you will find various resources for:

• Individual support

• Group support

• Family support

• Coping strategies to increase mental. emotional, and social wellness for students, adults and staff

• Mental Health resources

• and more!

• Changing eating or sleeping habits

• Engaging in Destructive Behaviors

• Extreme Feelings (Excessive worrying, sadness, fear)

• Social Isolation

• Regressing

• A sudden shift in usual interest and habits

• Hopelessness

• Talking or thinking about self-harm or death a lot

• Study Skills and Organization
• Accountability and Responsibility
  
• Bullying
  
• Strengthening Sibling Relationships
• Building Self-Esteem
  
• Organizing for Success
  
• Socializing/ Peer support
• Time management

Interested in a consultation to determine the best needs for your student?

• Please contact me directly, reach out to their teacher or grade level administrator, or school counselor and we'll set up a time to talk

• All services are free to PGCPS families

• Consent forms must be signed before any services can begin

As we prepare for summer it's important that students continue to remain engaged, be able to access mental health resources if needed, and spend time with their support systems. Below you will find different activities and resources for you, your student, and your family to continue to thrive through the summer break.

• https://www.thepathway2success.com/25-coping-skills-activities-to-help-kids-manage-stress/ (Mental Health at-home activities)
  
• https://www.counselorkeri.com/2021/06/10/summer-counseling-activities/ (Mental Health at-home activities)
  
• https://washington.org/experiencedc/family (Family fun activities)
  
• https://www.ticketmaster.com/universoul-circus-tickets/artist/804490? =daterange=from20220609-to-20220904&awtrc=true&awtrc=true&c=blue_ext&gclid=CjwKCAjwtIaVBhBkEiwAsr7-c4WaUPjxqXvNhmzbLAc-dUpotgZDPzR0283zvO3ZPn9tyF2m-4UkKBoCgf0QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds (Family fun activities)
  
• https://crittentonservices.org/programs/ (Girls and Teen Mentoring Program and Mental Health Resources)
  
• https://www.100princegeorges.org/ (Boys and Teen Mentoring Program and Mental Health Resources)
  
• https://health.maryland.gov/bha/suicideprevention/Pages/mentalhealthresourcesfortheblackcommunity.aspx (Mental Health Resources for the black community)

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE FULL LIST OF MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES FOR CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS, AND TEENS

Resource Topics Include:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Social and Emotional
• and more!

I truly appreciate you all for welcoming me to CMIT MS/HS this school year and for entrusting me with your children's care, although it's been a complicated and complex school year we were able to see it through and made some excellent strides, and had big and small wins with your students even those who I don't formally work with.

Although therapy and supporting the mental health journey is a marathon and not a sprint and will require years of self-work and a supportive village I undoubtedly believe your families will be able to navigate this process and will see the benefits of taking action early on in our students continued upbringing regardless of where the future takes you all as many of them are heading in different directions.

I'm wishing you all a fun, safe and restful summer!

Best,

Ms.Tutt

For more information and resources on the process of the therapy check out the below websites:

1. 17 Signs That It’s Time to Consider Therapy : https://www.choosingtherapy.com/do-i-need-therapy/

2. 10 Signs You're Ready for Therapy:https://www.lovehealgrow.com/10-signs-youre-ready-therapy/

3. How to Choose a Therapist, Counselor, & Psychologist :

https://www.choosingtherapy.com/how-to-choose-a-therapist/

• What Makes a Good Therapist?
• When Should I Consider Therapy?
• What to Look For in a Therapist
• How to Review a Therapist’s Profile or Website
• What Questions to Ask During a First Call
• What to Consider During Your First Therapy Appointment
• What to Consider After 3 or 4 Sessions
• How Long Can I Expect to Be In Therapy?
• Final Thoughts on Choosing the Right Therapist

Therapist of Color:

1. https://therapyforblackgirls.com
2. https://www.myblacktherapist.co/find-your-therapist.html
   
3. https://healthinherhue.com
4. https://borislhensonfoundation.org/resource-guide?wpbdp_view=all_listings
5. https://therapyforblackmen.org/therapists/ (All genders are accepted)
6. www.Interdynmics.com
   

• Maryland Crisis Hotline: 1-800-422-0009
• DC Crisis Hotline: 1-888-793-4357
• Prince George's County Crisis Services (Mobile Crisis Team): 301-429-2185
• Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
• Maryland 211: Call 2-1-1 or Text your zip code to 898-211
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 1-800-273-8255 (TALK) or (800) SUICIDE
• Child Protective Services: 301-909-2450
• Text “TRIBE” to 741741 if you are expiring any type of crisis (anxiety, depression, self harm, suicide etc.

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.