Supreme Court Weighs Conversion Therapy Bans: What Chiles v. Salazar Means for LGBT Youth and Mental Health Professionals
The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing Chiles v. Salazar, a case that could redefine how states regulate conversion therapy for LGBTQ+ minors. The outcome will determine whether bans on conversion therapy currently enacted in 25 states can legally stand under the First...
Coping with the Anniversary of October 7: How to Care for Your Mind and Body When the World Feels Heavy
As another October 7 approaches, many people notice a quiet heaviness settling in, even before they realize why.For those directly or indirectly affected by the violence of that day, the anniversary can bring grief, fear, anger, and exhaustion.Even for those not...
What Do I Do If Someone I Love Is At Risk For Suicide?
Each September, Suicide Prevention Month reminds us that many people struggle silently, and that with awareness, compassion, and action, lives can be saved. According to The National Alliance on Mental Illness, the goal of this month is to help people recognize...
The Safe and Sound Protocol: A Polyvagal Approach to Healing
At Potomac Behavioral Health, we specialize in therapies that help rewire the nervous system for safety, resilience, and healing. One of the approaches we offer is the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), a cutting-edge, evidence-based intervention designed to support...