WISCONSIN— May is National Mental Health Month, which hits home for many Wisconsinites.
Wisconsin therapists have experienced high demand for mental health services for people of all ages. According to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, 68,324 people across the state received mental health help in 2020.
Marrika Rodgers is a licensed professional counselor in Milwaukee, who understands firsthand about the need for mental health services.
“Just like scheduling a regular doctor appointment or dentist appointment, schedule an appointment for therapy,” Rodgers said.
Rodgers recommended the following:
- Practice daily self-care. Examples include going for a walk, listening to your favorite music or doing something you enjoy for a few minutes during the day.
- Be aware of your emotions and if you are feeling more negative thoughts than positive thoughts, try to figure out what is triggering the negative thoughts. If the negative thoughts continue, reach out to a professional.
DHS also works to prevent and treat mental illnesses and provide supports for people seeking or already in recovery.
Rodgers hosts free healing gathering events every month. More details can be found, here.
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