Ask A Therapist: How do I know when anxiety is concerning?
Dear Ask A Therapist, How can I tell when anxiety and panic attacks are at concerning levels? Dear reader, I can give you a quick view of what is good to know about anxiety and panic. Anxiety and panic...
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School-based health center to open at Brighton High this fall
(L-R): Bottom/front row: Kids First Health Clinic Manager Desiree Rivera and Kids First Health Care Dental Program Manager Anaiz Sotelo Second row: Brighton High parent Mireya Davila, Taylor Kohrs...
View ArticleFace the challenge to talk about suicide with your children
Childhood innocence can dissolve instantly or drop by drop. Learning about suicide is often one of those tough moments on the way to adulthood. And the pervasiveness of mass media with screens large...
View ArticleSt. Anthony North Health Campus receives philanthropic award at annual...
A total of 174 golfers participated in the 38th Annual Reach for the Green Golf Tournament Tuesday, Sept. 11, at The Todd Creek Golf Course in Thornton raising more than $54,000 to support integrated...
View ArticleAsk A Therapist: How to discuss suicide loss with children, family
Dear Ask A Therapist, We have a family member who ended her life by suicide. My children are old enough to be curious about this. How should I answer questions about why this happens and whether anyone...
View ArticleCommunity Reach Center assesses state Medicaid changes
While changes in state Medicaid structures provide complex challenges, Community Reach Center is focused on safety nets to ensure mental health consumers have the services they need. Community Reach...
View ArticleAsk A Therapist: How to avoid holiday blues
The holiday season for most of us is a joyous time of year full of celebrations and family, but for others it is a time filled with sadness, loneliness and anxiety. Some call it the holiday blues. Dear...
View ArticleNominations sought for Mary Ciancio Memorial Distinguished Service Award
Know an outstanding volunteer who strengthens our community? Community Reach Center is seeking nominations for the 2019 Mary Ciancio Memorial Distinguished Service Award. To submit a nomination please...
View ArticleEmpathy is needed enrichment
Dear Ask A Therapist, I would like a better understanding of empathy. How can I be more aware of what it is and how it works? Dear reader, What is empathy? Simply put, it is the ability to put...
View ArticleCenter for Withdrawal Management Services relocates to Westminster
Community Reach Center relocated withdrawal management services (detox) from Commerce City to 2551 W. 84th Ave., Westminster, in space adjacent to Community Reach Center’s Walk-in Crisis Center as of...
View ArticleAlengi, Hoffman honored for community leadership
Community Reach Center honored outstanding volunteership at the annual Mary Ciancio Memorial Distinguished Service Award Dinner April 15 at Stonebrook Manor Events Center in Thornton. Alengi garners...
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Learn how Hands of Hope Heals Adams County Sex Trafficking Victims May 13
When young Denver-area girls are victims of sex trafficking, they are often two to six years behind in school. If they escape their abusers, who helps them heal? Extended Hands of Hope is an Adams...
View ArticleCommunity Reach schedules 5K walk and run
Community Reach Center schedules 5K walk-run race on June 1 Reach for Recovery 5K on the Move for Mental Health Awareness Community Reach Center will sponsor its 1st Reach for Recovery 5K Run, Walk...
View ArticleParenting: How to talk about LGBT
Dear Ask A Therapist, I did not grow up in an open LGBT environment, so sometimes I am not sure how to answer my children’s questions about the nature of gender identities and so forth. My children...
View ArticleAsk A Therapist: How can I connect with my teenager?
Dear Ask a Therapist, As my tween approaches teenage years, I want to make sure I’m doing everything I can to keep a great relationship and to stay connected, but I’m not sure how? What can I do to...
View ArticleTell me about coming out
Dear Ask A Therapist, What is “coming out,” and why is it important? Dear Reader, “Coming out” refers to the process in which individuals identifying as LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender)...
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How to talk to teens about vaping
Dear Ask A Therapist, How do I talk to my teens about vaping? I have told them it is not allowed in our family. It seems to be quite popular, and I want them to know the risks of habits like this in...
View ArticleCommunity Reach golf event supports mental health work
A total of 178 golfers participated in the 39th Annual Reach for the Green Golf Tournament Tuesday, Sept. 10, at The Todd Creek Golf Course in Thornton, raising more than $50,000 to support integrated...
View ArticleHow much alone time is normal? How much is too much?
Dear Ask A Therapist, I have struggled with clinical depression now and then. Sometimes I wonder if I am isolating, withdrawing or just need to spend time alone. What questions should I be asking...
View ArticleForum explores mental health treatment access
Access to behavioral health care services was the topic of Community Reach Center’s first Behavioral Health Community Forum on Nov. 22 at Ciancios at Hyland Hills Restaurant in Westminster, where...
View ArticleHow to get started with self-care
Dear Ask A Therapist, Self-care sounds like something I want to explore. Tell me more about what it is, and how can I get started? Dear reader, That’s a good question. What comes to mind when you...
View ArticleVolunteer award nominations sought
Know an outstanding volunteer who strengthens our community? Community Reach Center is seeking nominations for the 2019 Mary Ciancio Memorial Distinguished Service Award. To submit a nomination please...
View ArticleAsk a Therapist: Learning about nonsuicidal self-injury
Dear Ask A Therapist, What is “nonsuicidal self-injury?” Dear reader, As a school-based therapist who works with teens, this topic comes up often. “Nonsuicidal self-injury” applies to instances when...
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How can I help my child with anxiety
Dear Ask A Therapist, Our son suffers from anxiety. How can I help as a parent and to go further in coaching our family how to be supportive as well? Dear reader, Anxiety in adolescence can be...
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How to adjust my children to a new normal
Dear Ask A Therapist, COVID-19 has turned our world at home with our children a bit upside down. What would you suggest for preserving our “normal” in this temporary “new normal?” Dear readers, Your...
View ArticleTell me about nature vs. nurture and epigenetics
Ask A Therapist By Kellee Clark, LMFT, RPT, and EMDR Dear ask A Therapist: Tell me about nature vs. nurture, and what is epigenetics? Dear reader: Many of us have heard conflicting perspectives about...
View ArticleWhat are the signs of bipolar disorder?
Dear Ask A Therapist, How do I know if I have bipolar disorder? Dear Reader, Well, let’s talk about what to watch for. Bipolar disorder is a mental health disorder characterized by extreme highs and...
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Applewood Plumbing’s Quarterly Caring Community Giveaway goes to the...
Applewood Plumbing Heating & Electric honors the Community Reach Center as the winner of their Caring Community Giveaway program. The organization received a $5,000 donation to support their local...
View ArticleAsk A Therapist with Community Reach Center – Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Question: I was sexually assaulted several years ago and ever since then I haven’t been able to find a fulfilling relationship. Is something wrong with me? I’m confused and worried. Answer: First...
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Community Reach Center Announces New Chief Clinical Officer
Community Reach Center is excited to announce the hiring of Amanda Jones, MA, LPC, CAC III, as the new Chief Clinical Officer. She will be responsible for leading Community Reach Center’s clinical...
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