Most of the patients at the acute inpatient psychiatric hospital where I worked had endured unimaginable hardships that left them feeling hopeless. If there was one thing that I really wanted them to have before they left our facility, it was renewed hope. At the end of our … [Read more...]
One Man’s Life Changing Moment
Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed, MSW, LCSW Life had gotten out of control. What started as a weekend binge had turned into a daily drunken stupor. When did it start? Was it in the sixth grade, sneaking alcohol from behind his dad's bar? In those days it seemed fun- … [Read more...]
Overcoming Adversity and Finding Joy in Life
Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed., MSW, LCSW To spare oneself from grief at all costs can be achieved only at the price of total detachment, which excludes the ability to experience happiness. - Erich Fromm Margie had a view on life that helped her bounce back from the … [Read more...]