Secondary traumatic stress (STS) is the experience of being negatively impacted by indirect trauma exposure and is a normal and predictable result of working in some helping professions. STS often…
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A traveling memorial honoring lives lost to substance use, inspiring hope, and encouraging change returned to Lewiston, Maine, on September 18-19, 2026. After successfully bringing the Black Poster Project to…
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As the end of the year approaches, people look for meaningful ways to give back while also making the most of available tax benefits. Whether you give cash, appreciated stock,…
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Like Spurwink, Northeast Delta Dental is committed to expanding access to quality health care. Through their support, they help us connect members of our community with essential behavioral health services.…
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If you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress, going through a hard time, facing a substance use crisis, or just need someone to talk with, call or text…
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By Hunter Poulin, MHRT/C, Spurwink Adult BHH Care Coordinator As I finish my work for the day, I’m reminded of what a blessing it is to have a job I’m…
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Art therapy is a type of behavioral health treatment that uses creative expression as a healing tool. It involves encouraging clients to express themselves through art and helping them gain…
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Newfound confidence, new connections, and new perspectives on the behavioral health care field—that’s what Spurwink’s summer 2026 interns are taking with them back to school and will carry into their…
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Wellness is a broad term encompassing physical well-being, mental health, and a positive environment. It’s not just a static state of being, but also a process—making changes to your lifestyle,…
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Signed into law 36 years ago—on July 26, 1990—the Americans with Disabilities Act is a historic civil rights law that protects the rights of people with disabilities in the United…
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