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Imperial County Behavioral Health Services, in collaboration with the Humane Society, identifies shelter dogs with potential to be professionally trained to provide emotional support and comfort to clients during their appointments and at outreach community events. The Positive Engagement Team, also known as the P.E.T Program, invites everyone to interact with them when they see them out in the community and at the clinics. Join us as Community Service Workers, Ernesto De La Rosa and Monica Hernandez along with Brooke Hester, a PET Handler, share insights and stories about the program, its mission, and the incredible bond between humans and dogs. |
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Self- harm is when an individual intentionally hurts themselves to cope with emotional pain or distress. The thoughts of hurting oneself are most common in adolescents and have increased because of the pandemic. The risks of self-harming behaviors have never been more pronounced as they are now. Please join us as therapist Maricruz Bermudez talks more in depth about the signs and symptoms along with the different interventions that are available for adolescents that are experiencing self-harm. |
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Members of the LGBTQ community are more likely to experience behavioral health challenges due to the prejudices that exist today. Dr. Tsui talks about mental health support for the LGBTQ Community. In addition, Dr. Tsui talks about the LGBTQ Community, the prejudice that come with it, and the changes that could help better serve this community. |
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Trauma is a common cause or factor in many mental health disorders. Trauma Informed Care is a commitment that Imperial County Behavioral Health Services (ICBHS) is undertaking to support the recovery of people impacted by trauma who seek help from ICBHS. Join us as we learn what Trauma Informed Care is and how ICBHS is adapting in response to consumer needs. |
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