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Check at the latest news and information about Pro Bono Counseling in the April 2025 newsletter. Articles include:

• Pro Bono Counseling Volunteers Expand Maryland Mental Health Access
• Join Us for Pro Bono Counseling’s Annual Gratitude Gathering – May 14
• Stress Awareness Month: Expert Insights from PBC’s Roxanne Melgar
• Managing Stress Year-Round—How the WARMLine Can Support You
• Calling All Bilingual Mental Health Providers—Enhance Your Skills in Spanish!
• Welcome New Pro Bono […]
  

Stress is not confined to a single month—it is a pervasive issue affecting us throughout the year. From rising costs and global conflicts to everyday pressures like work, family, and personal struggles, stress can take a toll on our mental and physical health.

For some, stress makes it hard to sleep, focus, or stay patient. Others experience panic attacks or lose excitement for things they once loved. And if left unchecked? […]

Mental health care can feel frustratingly out of reach. From insurance hurdles to mental health stigma and barriers, as well as the daunting task of finding the right resources, the process can be overwhelming. While crisis hotlines exist for urgent situations, many people fall into the gap between needing immediate intervention and struggling in silence. That’s where Pro Bono Counseling’s WARMLine comes in.

What Is the WARMLine?

Pro Bono Counseling is dedicated […]

When a woman in her 70’s was experiencing a series of health challenges over a five-year period, she thought she had nowhere to turn—until she found Pro Bono Counseling (PBC). Thanks to a PBC volunteer therapist who donated their time and expertise, she has been able to cope during a difficult time.

“Pro Bono Counseling has been a great help,” she recently shared. “It’s been a great source of […]

To mark Stress Awareness Month, PBC Interim Executive Director Roxanne Melgar, LCSW-C, appeared on the Maryland State Library Agency’s latest podcast. She explored how stress affects both physical and mental health, and shared practical advice and resources to help manage stress effectively. Tune in here: https://lnkd.in/etA8Rq_K

The MSLA podcast can also be found on YouTube Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Amazon […]

Check at the latest news and information about Pro Bono Counseling in the March 2025 newsletter. Articles include:

• Pro Bono Counseling Removes Barriers to Mental Health Support
• Working with Immigrant Clients in Tumultuous Times
• Pro Bono Counseling Receives Reginald F. Lewis Community Award at JEDI Ceremony
• You’re Invited to PBC’s Annual Gratitude Gathering
• Welcome New Pro Bono Counseling Volunteers
• Upcoming Continuing Education Workshops
• Pro Bono Counseling’s Community Connections
• PBC Resource […]
  

Mental health counseling can be a powerful tool to aid in personal growth and development. It can help a person flourish mentally, physically, emotionally, and even professionally.

“Counseling’s not just about overcoming struggles—it can be about unlocking your potential and living a more fulfilling and balanced life,” explains Pro Bono Counseling Clinical Director Sherri Bloom.

Unfortunately, many people in Maryland still face difficulties accessing mental health care that can […]

Pro Bono Counseling (PBC) is grateful to our network of volunteer clinicians for the time and dedication you provide to Marylanders facing difficult circumstances. We recognize that the current environment may provide unique challenges for clients with marginalized status. Below are key considerations for you to keep in mind.

Clients

Therapy attrition may be higher, not necessarily due to a lack of commitment but because of various external factors:

• Clients may fear […]
  

Check at the latest news and information about Pro Bono Counseling in the February 2025 newsletter. Articles include:

• Connecting Families and Couples with Counselors
• Show Your Love for Mental Health Care
• Welcome New Pro Bono Counseling Board Treasurer
• You’re Invited to PBC’s Annual Gratitude Gathering
• Welcome New Pro Bono Counseling Volunteers
• Upcoming Continuing Education Workshops
• PBC Resource Corner – Esperanza Health Services Clinic

CLICK HERE for the February 2025 Edition

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How we interact and connect with family members, partners, and friends can significantly affect our overall well-being, both positively and negatively. Issues and conflicts exist in every relationship, but if left to escalate, they can cause mental health concerns like anxiety, depression, and feelings of isolation. It’s important to recognize if these issues are impacting your mental health so you can seek help.

Family and relationship counseling with a mental health […]