Written By: Nancy Lavinghousez, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program BICULTURAL IDENTITYrefers to those who belong to two distinct cultural groups, requiring them to both navigate and integrate both cultures’ values, customs, languages, and social norms into one’s sense of self. The process, though enriching at times, can pose unique challenges to bicultural adolescents […]
Written By: Sam Bellusci, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program EVERY CLASSROOMis a place where learning and life intersect, and sometimes, life brings heartbreak and loss. When a child loses a family member, their grief shapes how they show up at school and engage in their learning. Supporting them isn’t just about academics; it’s […]
Written By: Isaiah Curiel-Gomez, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program WHAT IS PSYCHOLOGICALTrauma? Psychological trauma can be defined as “a deeply disturbing experience that impacts a person’s physical or psychological safety and well-being to the degree that it impedes their ability to function in the world. It involves an overwhelming level of stress that […]
Written By: Lissette Lopez, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program ¿SABES QUE TAN IMPORTANTE es la salud mental? La salud mental a menudo ha sido un tema rodeado de silencio, estigma y falta de información. Sin embargo, cuidar de nuestra mente es tan esencial como cuidar de nuestro cuerpo. Hablar de salud mental no […]
Written By: Bradley Chamberlin, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY(CBT) is an evidence-based treatment for mental illness that has risen in popularity since it was first developed in the 1960s (Chand et al., 2023). Since then, CBT has been used to treat a variety of mental disorders, including anxiety disorders. Furthermore, […]
Written By: Jennifer Molina, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program WHEN PEOPLEthink of child abuse, they often picture bruises, harsh words, or sexual violation. These forms of abuse are deeply harmful and life-altering. But what many don’t realize is that neglect can sometimes leave even deeper scars on the brain than physical, sexual, or […]
Written By: Osvaldo Muro, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program FOR TODAY’S TEENS, the digital word is not separate from “real life”. Much of their social experience is shaped by artificial intelligence, particularly the algorithms that decide what shows up in their feeds. Whether it’s TikTok recommendations or Instagram’s “Explore” page, AI is constantly […]
Written By: Will Fang, Clinical Trainee at ACS, Adolescent Substance Addiction Treatment Program AS ADOLESCENTSand as individuals emerging into this messy, complicated, yet breathtaking world, teenagers may encounter difficult experiences, heartbreaks, unpleasant realities, rejection, elation, meaningful social connections, and perhaps even peace and freedom. It is not clear if the difficult experiences can be avoided. […]
Written By: Elvie Tomacder, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program MOST YOUNG PEOPLEwill experience a stressful or difficult event in their lifetime. Nearly 90% of U.S. adults report at least one traumatic event (Center for Health Care Strategies, 2024). For some, these experiences rise to the level of trauma – events that overwhelm their […]
Written By: Juanita Ibarra, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program UNLESS YOU’VE LIVED UNDER A ROCKthis past year, you’ve probably heard about K-Pop Demon Hunters from your kids, your co-workers, social media, new outlets, and even your neighbor’s dog. It’s not only Netflix’s most watched movie ever and dominating music charts, it’s also a […]
