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Elevating Voices: Sara

Elevating Voices: Sara

Dec 6, 2023

As we know here at Guild, mental health recovery is rarely linear. It’s more often a roller coaster of ups and downs, highs and lows, ebbs and flows. The same was true for our client Sara’s experience. 

The Importance of Giving Gratitude

The Importance of Giving Gratitude

Nov 22, 2023

Practicing gratitude can make you feel happier and less stressed. Even though each person’s health and care are different, research has found that besides reducing stress, gratitude can also help reduce feelings of sadness, worry, problems with long-lasting pain, and the chances of getting sick. To see why gratitude can be so important, our clients are the experts. One of our clients, Maxine, took a moment to share her wisdom.

Social Anxiety: Helping Everyone During the Holidays

Social Anxiety: Helping Everyone During the Holidays

Nov 14, 2023

The holiday season is here, and with it comes parties, work events, community gatherings, and family get-togethers. These can be exciting for many people, but for some, it can be tough to enter a crowded room, talk to new people, or deal with family, travel, or gifts. The reality is that instead of it being the most wonderful time of year, it can lead to feelings of anxiety, sadness, or even both.

Breaking Ground, Breaking Down Barriers in West St. Paul

Breaking Ground, Breaking Down Barriers in West St. Paul

Nov 3, 2023

Seasonal Depression, also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), is a disorder that causes changes in mood with the changing seasons. SAD is classified as a type of major depressive disorder that often gets worse in the fall and winter.

Seasonal Depression: 7 Things to Do as the Weather Changes

Seasonal Depression: 7 Things to Do as the Weather Changes

Oct 25, 2023

Seasonal Depression, also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), is a disorder that causes changes in mood with the changing seasons. SAD is classified as a type of major depressive disorder that often gets worse in the fall and winter.

The Healing Power of Art Therapy

The Healing Power of Art Therapy

Aug 7, 2023

The Guild Community Support Program (CSP) Member Center is a special and safe place for people on their journey toward mental health and personal growth. The Dakota County drop-in center provides individuals living with mental illness with access to a range of supportive services and features recreation, community, and connection with others.