June is Men’s Health Awareness Month, a time for men to put focus on their wellness and prioritize the care that is necessary for their well-being. While this month serves a reminder for men to put their health back on their minds, it’s also a great reminder that men do not have to face the
You may be aware that pregnancy consists of three trimesters—but have you ever heard of the fourth trimester? The period of recovery after giving birth is often referred to as the fourth trimester and it requires just as much care and attention for the birthing person as the previous nine months of pregnancy. For many
June is Men’s Health Month, an important time to raise awareness about health issues affecting men and boys. We aim to emphasize the importance of preventive care, healthy lifestyle choices, and early detection of diseases. Key Health Concerns for Men Heart Disease: The leading cause of death among men, often linked to high blood pressure,
Recognizing and understanding depression is crucial, especially for those living in Denton and Collin Counties. This common yet serious mental health disorder can affect anyone, regardless of age or lifestyle. If you’re starting to worry that you or a loved one may be experiencing symptoms of depression, it’s essential to consider professional help. Healthcare providers
Health Services of North Texas welcomes James Pinkston, DSW, LCSW to the behavioral health team. Dr. Pinkston brings a wealth of experience that includes working as the clinical director of a community mental health center, supervising school-based therapy programs, outpatient services for adults and children and specialty programs such as psychosocial programs and group homes.
As Thanksgiving and many other holidays are coming up, appreciating the people we love and all the things we have in our lives goes a long way. An attitude of gratitude is a great way to train your mind to focus on and appreciate all the aspects of your life. It is about celebrating and
For Mental Health Awareness Month, we here at Health Services of North Texas felt it was important to return to our roots for a moment and talk about the intersection of mental health and HIV. It’s common for health issues to cause or coexist with things like depression and anxiety, but a diagnosis of something
Jean Gray, LCSW joins Health Services of North Texas as a Behavioral Health Team member engaging in the therapeutic process in order to restore and move towards a healthy mindset. Ms. Gray brings with her a tremendous amount of experience working in some very difficult situations helping people get healthy, including people that have experienced
As a Community Health Center (CHC) Health Services of North Texas has a unique impact on the health of the people of the North Texas metroplex. Sometimes, that impact might not be immediately visible, like if you were to pick up litter in your local park. However, health is the foundation of every person and