It Is OK Not To Be OK

by Sanctuary | May 11, 2016 | Depression & Anxiety, Featured, Wellness & Mindfulness

In conversation the other day, a friend and I were discussing the use of anti-depressants in society. I want to start by saying that there is nothing wrong with taking or being prescribed anti-depressants and helping to find balance within oneself, but there seems to...

Brain Structure and the Developing Mind: Part II

by Sanctuary | Mar 24, 2016 | Depression & Anxiety, Parenting

Last time I talked about how emotion and reasoning skills differ on a developmental level between adolescents and adults. I’d like to revisit that because something recently changed in the legal landscape that takes those concepts into account. I’m talking about this...

Parents of LGBTQ Youth group begins this week!

by Sanctuary | Nov 17, 2015 | LGBTQIA, Parenting

We are excited to announce the launch of our newest group! Starting this Saturday, November 21 at our Douglassville location, the Parents of LGBTQ Youth and Young Adults group is for parents and caretakers who are seeking to provide and receive support from others. If...

An LGBTQIA Glossary of Terms

by Sanctuary | Oct 26, 2013 | Couples & Partners, LGBTQIA

A few years ago, the prevailing acronym for the gay community was, “LGB,” which stands for Lesbian, Gay, and Bi-Sexual. Over time, it grew to a more inclusive, “LGBT,” with the addition of Transgender to the mix. Pretty soon, people were using “LGBTQ” and “LGBTQIA”...

Rape Culture: Changing The Dialogue

by Heather Kramer Almquist, MA, LPC, NCP, CT, CDWF | Apr 12, 2013 | Grief & Trauma, Men, Women

Espousing a culture of inclusivity and respect is inherent in fostering opportunities for people to have meaningful dialog, effective interactions, and positive discourse. There is no change, either on a personal relationship level, or a societal one, without respect....