By Michael Rose, Clinical Mental Health Counselor In times like these, we tend to have increased concerns for our own health. We also have genuine fear about the well-being of our loved ones, especially if they’re already at increased risk themselves. Concern(s) about the future may contribute to us feeling lonely, angry, frustrated, or even … Continue reading Healthy Coping Amidst COVID-19
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Serve. Adapt. Connect.
Our community has brought Full Circle through adversity in the past and we know that we can count on you in the future. What we have learned from our 12 years of experience serving grieving families in RVA, is that the power of holding a safe space for difficult experiences and feelings can bring about … Continue reading Serve. Adapt. Connect.
Grief & Feelings of Loss During COVID-19
By Allyson England Drake, M.Ed, CTFull Circle, Founder and Executive Director During this period of uncertainty, we’re all experiencing some level of loss – loss of routine, loss of income, loss of control, and a loss of safety and security. Because of “social distancing” we’re also feeling a loss of connection. Working remotely, forcing to … Continue reading Grief & Feelings of Loss During COVID-19
Coping with Change and Loss
This booklet, created by the National Alliance for Grieving Children (with the support for Alex Cares for Grieving Youth) is a great resource for families to explore as we encourage everyone to prioritize self-care. Full Circle is committed to supporting our community during this challenging time. We are accepting new (virtual) counseling appointments to help … Continue reading Coping with Change and Loss
A Parent Resource for COVID-19
COVID-19 has heightened our sense of fear, uncertainty and anxiety and it can be especially difficult for children and teens to make sense of what's happening around them. Here are some important tips from the National Association of School Psychologists for talking to your children about the coronavirus in hopes of reducing their anxiety. At … Continue reading A Parent Resource for COVID-19
At Home Activities to Facilitate Healthy Expression with Your Child
Written by Rachel Melhorn, LCSW, RPT Below are activities we utilize in our family Hands on Healing Program to support families in communicating feelings, thoughts and questions that children may have about grief and loss. Feelings Jar Many children have difficulties verbalizing their feelings after a loss and this exercise can be a way to … Continue reading At Home Activities to Facilitate Healthy Expression with Your Child
Finding Hope After Loss
By Caroline Lavoie, Clinical Social Work Intern For Masters level social work students, internship placement day is among the most nerve wracking and exciting. Where will we be spending countless hours a week? What professionals in the community will we get to learn from? What clients will we impact? All of these questions run through … Continue reading Finding Hope After Loss
Celebrating Social Work Month
Full Circle is helping celebrate National Social Work Month in March and the beginning of a new decade with the theme “Social Workers: Generations Strong.” Each week during the month of March, we will be highlighting some of our social workers here at Full Circle. The Social Work Month campaign is designed to inform the … Continue reading Celebrating Social Work Month
Pregnancy After Loss
by Caroline Lavoie, Clinical Intern Those who have experienced 'Pregnancy After Loss' know it is not simply a time marked by celebration and happiness. While there will probably be moments of joy and gratitude, there will also be fear, anxiety, guilt, shame, and confusion for some. A pregnancy after loss can be the longest nine … Continue reading Pregnancy After Loss
Talking to Children About Perinatal Loss
by Caroline Lavoie, Clinical Intern Losing a baby is challenging for all members of the family. Grieving parents may be wondering how to discuss this loss with their other children. The child, no matter the age, has the emotional ability to pick up on the changes that result from the loss. But, what you say … Continue reading Talking to Children About Perinatal Loss
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