May is Mental Health Awareness Month — a time to reflect, reconnect, and recommit to the practices, people, and places that support our emotional well-being. While conversations about mental health often (and rightfully) center around symptoms, diagnoses, and access to care, this month also invites us to look at something equally essential but often overlooked: joy and community as pathways to healing.

At Healgood, we believe that mental health isn’t only about reducing distress — it’s about increasing connection, expression, and meaning. One of the most powerful antidotes to disconnection and isolation is being seen, heard, and held in community.

Adolescence is often described as a time of emotional turbulence, as young people navigate the complexities of self-discovery, independence, and social relationships. The emotional intensity during these years can be overwhelming, especially when compounded by the vast physiological changes that occur in this developmental timeperiod. One powerful tool for helping teens weather these storms is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a well-researched approach that offers practical strategies for managing emotions, improving relationships, and building resilience.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often misunderstood as a personality quirk or an intense preference for cleanliness and order. In reality, OCD is a serious, potentially debilitating mental health disorder that affects people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. As OCD Awareness Month brings these discussions to the forefront, we aim to increase awareness, understand the signs and symptoms, including what's "normal" and what's OCD, and highlight the importance of seeking evidence-based treatment.

The Olympics are a global celebration of athletic achievement, showcasing the incredible feats of athletes who often dedicate their lives to perfecting their sports. While these performances can inspire admiration and awe, they can also set unrealistic standards for viewers.

While self-harm behaviors are worrisome, it’s important to understand what self-harm behaviors are and what they’re not.