Destigmatizing Mental Health Through Tragic Events
Local, regional, national, and global critical incidents are too common. While seeking to understand these tragedies there is a psychological impact. Traumatic events leave individuals with varied emotional experiences. These can range from shock and disbelief to other painful emotions such as anger and sorrow. You may also notice that your daily routine may be affected as you notice changes in sleeping, appetite and concentration. Additionally, exposure to such events either in person or in media may effect your perceptions about the world. Reactions vary, and so do student needs. There are resources that can be accessed to support individuals and groups. We’ve got your back at Ohio State.
Coping In A Crisis : Counseling and Consultation Service (osu.edu)
Promoting CCS Services
CCS can help you sort through options and identify a counselor that matches your needs and preferences. For personalized assistance linking with a therapist, you can schedule a phone screening with CCS at Schedule a Phone Screening : Counseling and Consultation Service (osu.edu) or use our self-guided directory at Community Provider Database : Counseling and Consultation Service (osu.edu)
Resource Sharing
Spring Break can be a great time to relax, travel, and visit with friends. For many students, it’s also time to party, and it can be easy to overindulge. Find 10 tips from student wellness to Party Smart!
https://swc.osu.edu/wellness-education-and-resources/alcohol-and-other-drug-prevention/party-smart
Dating, hanging out or hooking up over spring break? Student Wellness Center is also a great resource for taking care of your sexual health! https://swc.osu.edu/wellness-education-and-resources/sexual-health
Humanizing CCS
SWT? LSW? LISW-S? What do all those letters behind a therapist ‘s name mean? There are many training programs for therapy providers, and the letters signify which type of training a therapist has and which license they hold in their field. “SW” stands for social worker and signifies training through a lens of social justice and advocacy. In honor of Social Work Month, we shine a spotlight on CCS social workers!
You can learn more about our staff social workers’ personal and professional interests at Our Staff : Counseling and Consultation Service (osu.edu)
Social Work Staff Highlight
Collin Pfaff, B.S., SWT (Social Work Intern)
Professional Interests:
- Mind-Body-Spirit Integration: Strengths-Based Approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Logotherapy, Narrative Therapy, Poetry, Yoga, Loving-Kindness Meditation (Metta Meditation)
- Community Building and Social Justice: Family Systems, Humane Technology, Equitable Work Environments, Leadership Development, Ethical Consumerism
Personal Interests:
One of my closest friends once told me, “Always wear clothes that you can dance in.” I try living my life that way, where each moment is an opportunity to be joyful. It doesn’t always look like much (you still have to go to work and do the dishes) and there’s plenty of silence. It is a great adventure.
Identity Specific Posts
Did you know March is Women’s History Month? Honoring our history allows us to be catalysts and advocates of social change. Find ways to celebrate, reflect, and work towards equity with The Center for Belonging and Social Change.
https://cbsc.osu.edu/events-and-programs/heritage-and-awareness-months/womens-history-month/
March 8th is International Women’s Day! Since 1911, IWD has highlighted and addressed gender inequity and has served as a tool to advocate for gender equity. This year’s theme is #EmbraceEquity and this year’s mission’s include Women in Tech, Women at Work, and Women’s Health.
Learn more and get involved with 2023 International Women’s Day Mission’s here:
https://www.internationalwomensday.com/
-Claire Simon, LISW-S, Embedded Clinical Therapist, College of Nursing