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"Although federal law requires insurers to provide the same access to mental and physical health care, these companies have been caught, time and again, shortchanging customers with mental illness — restricting coverage and delaying or denying treatment.

It is often the insurers, not the therapists, that determine who can get treatment, what kind they can get and for how long. More than a dozen therapists said insurers urged them to reduce care when their patients were on the brink of harm, including su***de.

All the while, mental health providers struggled to stay in business as insurers withheld reimbursements that sometimes came months late. Some spent hours a week chasing down the meager payments, listening to hold music and sending faxes into the abyss."

https://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2024/08/24/nx-s1-5028551/insurance-therapy-therapist-mental-health-coverage?fbclid=IwY2xjawE63gJleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHRaMI151dqcSmhCqxCdCMGcoXci5TQGLRGwv8KBYQh9IGX7FwYBeN5bIkA_aem_hCr2rBBOLi-ECnQoywNW4A

Finding a therapist who takes your insurance can be nearly impossible. Here's why Getting mental health care covered by insurance can be really tough. Reporters spoke to hundreds of therapists who left their insurance networks to find out why.

Let’s face it, the temperature these days is HOT and we don’t mean just because it's August in the South. Our lives bring us so many uncomfortable situations and the emotions we feel from this chaos can be hard to deal with.

Numbing the difficult emotions and situations in our lives is very tempting. So how do you know if it’s time to seek help? Our Substance Use Disorder Specialist, Kathy Ward, explains:

Recovery Is The New High: When Is It Time For You To Start? Let’s face it, the temperature these days is HOT and I don’t mean just because it's August in the South. Our lives bring us so many uncomfortable situations and the emotions we feel from this chaos can be hard to deal with. Since Covid, the use of substances to alleviate these uncomfortable circ...

Calling all recovering people pleasers!

Monday got me like:

🎨✨ Feeling overwhelmed by perfectionism? Let’s change that! Join us for “Exploring Perfectionism Through Art Therapy” on Wednesday, August 21st from 6 to 8 PM! 🌟

If you’re struggling with making mistakes, dealing with negative self-talk, or wrestling with a harsh inner critic, this group is just what you need. We’ll use creative activities to help you move from the pressure of perfection to embracing and celebrating your unique self.

No art experience is needed—just come with an open heart and mind! Let’s create, connect, and break free from those perfectionist chains together. 💫🖌️

Spaces are filling up fast, so reserve your spot today and start your journey toward a kinder, more creative you. Can’t wait to see you there! 😄🎉

https://www.mindthegaptn.com/perfectionism

Art Therapy | Mind The Gap This one-time group is great for those who may struggle with making mistakes, experience negative self-talk have a harsh inner critic, or want to become less self-critical. This group utilizes art-making exercises group discussion, and processing to help you access self-compassion and connect with o...

Heading into Friday like:

Don't be a silly goose. Use those coping skills.

It's the last 72 hours of Ruthie voting!!!!! Can you help us take home "Best Counseling Center"? Follow the link below and vote once per day between now and July 24th. We're counting on you!

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2024 The Ruthie's Community's Choice Awards Voting Ballot Vote for the top nominees in each category and be entered to win a gift card!

Ruthie Award voting has begun! We're thrilled to be one of the top 5 finalists for "Best Counseling Center". You can vote once per day for your favorite service until voting ends on July 24th.

https://dnj.gannettcontests.com/2024-The-Ruthies-Communitys-Choice-Awards/gallery/?group=491537

We're so grateful to be part of such an amazing community. If you've found your experience with Mind The Gap to be helpful or healing and you believe in our mission to provide whole-person healing to all who walk through our doors, we would be honored to have your vote.

2024 The Ruthie's Community's Choice Awards Voting Ballot Vote for the top nominees in each category and be entered to win a gift card!

The act of mindfulness can come in many shapes and forms- here are some suggestions of mindful activities that can be incorporated into your daily routine.

We owe you a big THANK YOU!!!! We're delighted to announce that we won "Best Mental Health Service in Rutherford County" and we couldn't have done it without your support. We love our community and we're so grateful for you support.

Change can be scary, but being willing to try can lead to growth and new opportunities.

Carry knowledge from yesterday, not its weight.

Allow yourself to grow in all the places and ways that you never thought you would ⭐

Intern Spotlight: Meet Taylor Nock! Taylor is one of our OTD interns, coming to us from Belmont University. Taylor is a kind and compassionate clinician with a real interest in mental health. She has been an absolute delight in her short time with us thus far. Thanks for all you do Taylor!

It's okay to prioritize yourself and to take things one step at a time.

Intern Spotlight: Meet Whitney Coffield! Whitney is one of our OT interns, coming to us from West Virginia University. Whitney is great sense of humor, warm, and so welcoming to our clients. She has been an absolute delight in her short time with us thus far. Thanks for all you do Whitney!

Even the smallest act of can leave a profound and lasting impact.

It can sometimes be challenging to stay motivated, so we've provided some suggestions and tips that might be helpful!

Affirmations can serve several purposes- all aimed at promoting positive thinking, self-empowerment, and personal growth. Give some practice at practicing some of the affirmations listed below or even branch out & come up with your own!

Today's weather report: adaptability with a chance of growth 🌦

Today's motto: Change begins with me ⭐