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

Mental Health is defined as: Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.

Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. During May, several organizations join the national movement to raise awareness about mental health. Each year we fight stigma, provide support, educate the public, and advocate for policies that support people with mental illness and their families.

This year, Mental Health Awareness Month will amplify the message, “Together for Mental Health.” According to National Today, observing Mental Health Awareness Month means taking care of yourself, taking care of your loved ones, and talking about mental health. The more you talk about it, the more normal the conversation becomes. This can be a challenge due to the stigma mental health carries, but it is important to offer support and encourage your loved ones, and to seek treatment for yourself.

Stigma often exists because of negative stereotypes or myths. For example, some people might believe that treatment does not help. However, mental health conditions such as anxiety are very treatable, but only 36% of people go to get help. Others believe that anxiety just happens, or that it is very uncommon. This, again, is untrue. Anxiety disorder is the most common mental health disorder in the US, and it is caused by several factors such as brain activity to genetics, to life events.

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!

In order to take care of others, we must take care of ourselves. Consider implementing new and different habits to start or maintain the life you desire!

1. You feel stuck
2. You've tried Self Help, but nothing changes
3. You are willing to invest regularly in the process of therapy
4. You know there are no "quick fixes"
5. You want to start thinking differently about things
6. You are willing to get out of your comfort zone
7. You want to talk through something without being bombarded by advice
8. You are willing to look inward
9. You know you can be open/honest in therapy
10. You're willing to trust the process

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.