by Ray Sanford | Feb 19, 2019 | Department of Behavioral Health
PTSD occurs in people who have witnessed or experienced a traumatic event such as car accidents, a violent event, war/combat, a natural disaster, or any other event that is deemed to be traumatic by an individual. PTSD affects about 3-5% of US adults and can occur...
by Ray Sanford | Dec 12, 2016 | General Information, Helpful Tips or Information, Hospital Information, New Patient, Nutrition, Physical Therapy, Uncategorized
Carol A. Gooch, M.S., LPC, LCDC, LMFT As a mental health professional, I can tell you that some people have difficulty coping with holiday stress and depression, so as soon as the holidays are over, they start to reflect on what they can change for the next year. 2017...
by Ray Sanford | Aug 22, 2016 | Aspire Hospital News, Community Events, General Information, Helpful Tips or Information, Hospital Information, Uncategorized
Carol Gooch, M.S., LPC, LCDC, LMFT As a former school teacher and school counselor and currently a mental health professional, I know the importance of teachers and parents working together to foster the success of their students. Communication is the key....
by Ray Sanford | Apr 5, 2016 | Department of Behavioral Health, General Information, Helpful Tips or Information, Nutrition, Uncategorized
By Carol Gooch, M.S., LPC, LCDC, LMFT Managing stress is about taking charge of your thoughts, your emotions, your schedule, your environment, and the way you deal with problems. The ultimate goal is a balanced life around personal and professional responsibilities....
by Ray Sanford | Jan 15, 2016 | Aspire Hospital News, Department of Behavioral Health, Diets and Recipes, Helpful Tips or Information, Hospital Information, Nutrition, Uncategorized
The start of a new year is often the time for people to begin thinking about ways to improve their lives. A new year is a fresh start and provides the psychological boost needed to set and meet your goals. Many people would benefit by making a few changes to improve...
