Let’s Talk about Grief

 

Thank you to the wonderful writer Billie Wade for sharing her exploration of grief, through words and thoughts.

Read full article here: https://dmpcc.org/lets-talk-about-grief/

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Whistle while you work – a new post by executive director Jim Hayes

I recently found myself whistling while walking the halls of the Center. Apparently I have something in common with Snow White and her seven colleagues–whistling while I work.

Why, you ask?

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Please share the word – free mental health counseling 

Thanks to tremendous donor support, the Des Moines Pastoral Counseling Center is accepting referrals for Wednesday appointments at our new urban outreach center for eligible children, adolescents, adults and families who need mental health counseling and do not have the resources to cover the costs.

For initial intake session, please contact Nathan DeLange, L.I.S.W., at 515-577-0190. Feel free to share this information. (To schedule an appointment at the Center’s home location in Urbandale, please call 515-274-4006 or email info@dmpcc.org.)

For more info and a printer-friendly flyer: www.dmpcc.org/outreach

Your support helps! Donate online here.

 

Welcome Jake F. Li, our newest counselor

Jake F. Li, L.I.S.W., is a licensed independent social worker and holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Michigan. Jake provides therapy for adults and couples.  He specializes in treating Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), anxiety and mood disorders, and adjustment disorders.  As a 24-year Air Force Veteran, Jake has interest in working with military members and their families with transition challenges and coping with the long-term effects of military service. He is also interested in working with people experiencing life transition issues, including those related to school, relationship and family stressors, as well as sexual and gender identity.  Jake is a member of the National Association of Social Workers and a life-member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).  When not at work, Jake can be found in a mountain of books; currently pursuing his PhD, or relaxing with video games.

To schedule an appointment, email info@dmpcc.org or call 515-251-6670.

With tremendous gratitude to our donors, we’re pleased to present the 2016 annual report

 

 

Just $10 a month helps others all year long.

• $10 per month helps a child distressed by domestic violence.
• $25 per month helps a family relate to a loved one who suffers addiction.
• $50 per month helps parents who grieve the death of their son or daughter.
• $100 per month helps an adolescent who is bullied at school.
• $250 per month helps a veteran who considers suicide.

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