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Plain-language articles and ASL videos on Deaf mental health, therapy, and living well — written for our community.
Early Healthy Deaf Identity vs. Early Hearing Detection & InterventionAs the 17th Early Hearing Detection & Intervention (EHDI) annual national meeting opens in Denver, Colorado, this weekend, Deaf Counseling Center's licensed therapist, Sheli Barber, reminds everyone…March 17, 2018
What is the Right Age for a Cell Phone?Age vs. Maturity: Do you ever wonder when is the right age to give your children a cell phone? Many parents struggle with this decision.March 8, 2018
Mental Illness as Scapegoat for Gun ViolenceGun violence and mental illness are national problems. Contrary to what some people in both the hearing and Deaf communities believe, mental ill ness does NOT cause gun violence.March 2, 2018
Free Hurricane and Fire Crisis CounselingHurricane and Fire Crisis Counseling: Deaf Counseling Center is offering a limited number of pro bono (free) counseling slots to Deaf people without insurance coverage who were impacted by the recent…October 19, 2017
The Leaf: ASL Poem by John Maucere about AddictionSeeking Help for Addiction:In this beautiful and powerful ASL poem, the well-known Deaf actor and comedian John Maucere illustrates his journey of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction.September 25, 2017
ASL Al-Anon Meetings in Middletown, MarylandASL-Interpreted Alanon Meetings in Middletown, Maryland Al-Anon meetings are wonderful support resources for family members, partners, friends and others who know someone with a drinking problem.July 18, 2016
The Psychological Effects of OralismA recently published letter to the Washington Post from Meredith Sugar, Esq., the president of the A.G.April 8, 2016
Dr. Allen Sussman: Pioneer in the Deaf Mental Health FieldIt is with sadness that Deaf Counseling Center bids adieu to Dr. Allen Sussman, one of the very first licensed Deaf psychologists, a remarkable pioneer who paved the way for future generations of…January 14, 2016
Anxiety tool: Breathing to AnimationOctober 15, 2015
Deaf Inmate Denied Accommodations: DC Corrections Must PayA US District judge recently ruled in favor of a Deaf inmate, William Pierce, who sued the District of Columbia Department of Corrections for failing to provide appropriate accommodations during his…September 16, 2015
Deaf and Transgender Since Birth, Meet DominiceRole Models for Parenting a Transgender Child: Read this beautiful story about two Deaf parents and their now 9-year old Deaf child's transition journey from a boy to a girl.July 9, 2015
Deaf-Friendly Stress Tips in ASLTake Charge of Stress: Never underestimate how one simple stress-reducing action can brighten your day and improve your health.June 3, 2015
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