Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Centerstone, North Carolina

season and uncertainty around going back to school may increase stress for your . Here's how to recognize the difference between normal and anxiety disorders.

Cultural stigma, socioeconomic factors, structural barriers, bias and discrimination can all impact an individual's ability to access the quality care they deserve.

We are focused on improving access to quality care for veteran / military families.

Try to infuse some fun into your move for a . Reconnect with old military friends by meeting up with them enroute to your destination or turn it into a mini vacation by staying at hotels with pools. For more PCS tips visit: https://www.cohenveteransnetwork.org/pcs/

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We know that military families with LGBTQIA+ dependents face unique challenges (e.g., frequent moves, shifting social/political climate, etc.), which outlines a substantial need to increase our capacity to support these families. As a result, our Cohen Clinics at Centerstone are actively working to counteract the emotional burden of loneliness and hopelessness. Increasing a family’s capacity to provide affirming support is key to reducing mental health symptoms in LGBTQ youth. Centerstone’s Cohen Clinics are behavioral health providers with dual competency in military culture and services for LGBTQIA+ youth and their families.

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If you're starting therapy, you may wonder "How long until I start feeling better?" CVN therapists answer this and more on our Client Education Center! https://youtu.be/ugINJIGsUfw

For more FAQs, visit: www.cohenveteransnetwork.org/client-education-center

How Long Until I Start Feeling Better? Learn about Cohen Veterans Network's evidence-based treatment model to help veterans, service members, and military families get back to better.For more info...

Not all children and teens respond to in the same way, but there are common signs parents can look for to recognize if back to school changes are getting to your .

Many communities of color can be more likely to experience socioeconomic disparities and discrimination that impact access to care. Learn more from the HHS Office of Minority Health: https://bit.ly/3gbOAVe

Last week, staff from all three Cohen Clinics at Centerstone attended a MATCH training in Chicago. MATCH stands for Modular Approach to Therapy for Children with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, or Conduct Problems, and can be individualized to support kids and families who are experiencing one or more of these issues. Caregivers are the most important people in a child's life, so MATCH involves participation from the caregivers to support children in learning skills and strategies. Call us if you think MATCH may be right for your family.

We had a blast at our Don’t Hide Your PRIDE Charcuterie and Game Night in partnership with Fayetteville Pride last week. From great food to fun games with friends, it was a great evening connecting with others in our community. Stay tuned for the next event happening in our community room!

This publication was made possible by Grant Number 1H79FG001252-01 from SAMHSA LGBTQIA+ Family Support Program. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of SAMHSA.

Peer pressure, academic expectations, and moves can bring many emotions for . It's normal to experience ups & downs, but if your child or teen needs additional support, contact us: cohenveteransnetwork.org

Conscious or unconscious bias or lack of cultural competence can result in misdiagnosis, inadequate treatment and mistrust. There's always more we can learn about each other.

We had a great time meeting people at the Fayetteville Woodpeckers' Military Appreciation Night last week!

Anyone can experience mental health conditions, regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Quality access to care is crucial and available our Cohen Clinic for our diverse military community. [contact info]

Members of our clinic team had a great time at Fayetteville Pride Fest! We're proud to serve service members, veterans, their families, and those they love.

This publication was made possible by Grant Number 1H79FG001252-01 from SAMHSA LGBTQIA+ Family Support Program. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of SAMHSA.

Wondering how to help teens with a tough move? Check out Bloom, content written by military teens for their peers! Told from first-hand experience, these teens find comforting and insightful ways to embrace change.

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Be an advocate for your ! Find a mental health provider that you are comfortable with and share about traditions, values, and beliefs that are important to you.

season is upon us! relocate three times as often as their civilian peers. Every move means a new home, new school, new friends and potentially more stress on military children. Here are some helpful pointers to help your military child adapt.

Today, our clinic will be closed in observance of the July 4th holiday! We hope you have a happy and safe day celebrating America's independence.

For some, July 4th fireworks can trigger strong reactions. It can be helpful to make a plan before the holiday. Find out when fireworks may be going off near you. Anticipating the noise can help you from being caught off guard.

Check out these upcoming events! We have some great events happening this month at the Cohen Clinic. From Mental Health First Aid to game night to another skating event, you don't want to miss them. Be sure to sign up today at coheninthecommunity.com!

On Friday, our clinic participated in Cohen Veterans Network's annual Day of Giving and Reflection. Our clinic team packed kids bags at the Second Harvest Food Bank. We packed nearly 1,000 bags, which is over half of what the organization goes through in a month.

We will be closed on Thursday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. The Veterans Crisis Line is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Dial 9-8-8, then press 1.

We had a blast at our Skating with Pride event to wrap up Pride Month! Thank you to our clinician, Karen Soutullo, for sharing the services we provide and groups we have available for the entire military community.

This publication was made possible by Grant Number 1H79FG001252-01 from SAMHSA LGBTQIA+ Family Support Program. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of SAMHSA.

Symptoms of can vary based on the person and their experiences. Some common symptoms include: reliving events, avoiding reminders of the event, having more negative thoughts, and feeling on edge. If you are experiencing symptoms, know PTSD is treatable!

Children with may express symptoms differently. This can be acting out trauma during play, irritability and strained relationships, actively avoiding school or trouble sleeping.

For more resources visit https://sesamestreetincommunities.org/topics/traumatic-experiences/

Did you know: The Department of Veterans Affairs estimates there are about 1 million le***an, gay, and bisexual veterans who have served our nation in the US military. We take pride in caring for LGBTQ+ veterans and their families.

This publication was made possible by Grant Number 1H79FG001252-01 from SAMHSA LGBTQIA+ Family Support Program. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of SAMHSA.

Earlier this week, our clinic was proud to attend the Fayetteville City Council's meeting as they proclaimed LGBTQ community support and recognized Pride Day. Thank you to the city council and Mayor Mitch Covin for your support and we are proud to be a safe space for the LGBTQ community.

This publication was made possible by Grant Number 1H79FG001252-01 from SAMHSA LGBTQIA+ Family Support Program. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of SAMHSA.