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…
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,…
Self-care—you’ve probably heard the term, but do you take the time to put it into practice? Celebrated around the world every July 24, International Self-Care Day serves as a reminder…
PORTLAND, ME – Spurwink, a leading provider of behavioral health and educational services in Maine, will relocate several Portland-based programs and administrative offices in July 2026 as part of a…
As a parent or caregiver, it can be worrying to see your child or teen struggling and not know how to help. Mental health challenges can show up in many…
Our emotions, thoughts, and experiences—and how we cope with them—influence our daily life, relationships, and physical health. The way we respond to life’s challenges and develop healthy habits is what…
This March, we celebrate Social Work Month, honoring social workers in Maine and across the country. One of the five core mental health professions, social workers are professionals who, simply…
Spurwink is proud to announce that the United Way of Southern Maine (UWSME) awarded grants to three Spurwink programs through their community investment process, made possible by the generous support…
May is Mental Health Awareness month, which signals a time to reflect on our own mental health and the need for more openness and non-judgment on mental illness. At any…