K. Henson, MSW, LSW

Be safe, be kind, be creative, and enjoy! Happy Halloween, witches #happyhalloween #trickortreat #eatdrinkandbescary #spookyseason #hallowtastic

Not so little anymore Ruby has been an excellent companion for me the last 6 months. She can be a bit needy and occasionally I find a stray hair lurking around my coffee cup but as far as co-workers go, she’s pretty lovely. Snuggle something squishy today #therapytip #therapeutic #dogsofinstgram #ruby #bernesemountaindog #fluffball #bestcoworker #virtualtherapy #telehealth #smashthestigma #welcome

What do you need to let go of? Self-doubt? Toxic masculinity? Outdated narratives placed upon you by people that don’t understand who you really are? Learn from the past and grow into your future. You deserve the relief that comes with shedding skin that no longer fits you. #letgoandgrow #newbeginnings #autumnvibes #welcomefall #newseasongoals #livefree #healing #loveyourself

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Get Help If you are having thoughts of suicide, you are not alone no matter how much pain you may feel.... If you are about to act on these feelings, please call 911. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline '1-800-273-TALK (8255)' Resources: pa.gov/mental-health Take a mental health screening: bit.ly/3k2sMNT Find a mental health provider: psychologytoday.com/us Help Someone Else A lot of times, if someone gets the help they need, they will never be suicidal again. Always take disclosures about suicide seriously Encourage the person to seek help Offer to help them get support Encourage them to communicate with you Don't promise to keep it a secret If you can, temporarily remove dangerous items Suicide Warning Signs Talking about suicide Talking about being a burden Talking about feeling worthless Giving away prized possessions Increased alcohol/drug use People Do Get Through This Meet Pennsylvanians who survived: preventsuicidepa.org/stories