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MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPISTS REMIND CALIFORNIANS
THAT HEALTHY MINDS MATTER
MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH MONTH
There are more than 200 classifications of mental
health disorders, and 1 in 5 Californians will experience some form of
a mental disorder during their lifetime. To mitigate debilitating impact
of mental illness, the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
(CAMFT) reminds Californians to recognize any warning signs or marked
personality changes that may lead to serious health conditions.
A mental health professional, such as a licensed Marriage and Family
Therapist (MFT), also known
as a psychotherapist, is licensed and trained
to assess, diagnose, and treat individuals with common
mental health
conditions, such as stress, anxiety, depression, or addiction. Individuals
experiencing
one or more of the following symptoms are encouraged to
seek the help of an MFT:
• Inability to cope with daily activities
• Extreme anxiety
• Abuse of drugs or alcohol
• Loss of energy and fatigue
• Lack of social support and sense of isolation
• Excessive anger, irritation or violent behavior
• Changes in sleeping or eating patterns
• Overwhelming feeling of sadness and grief
If you are experiencing any of these conditions, therapy is a cost-effective
solution to help manage
your mental health issues. It can help
mitigate common sources of stress, including care-giving for a
loved one or
an aging parent, financial worries, family problems, and heavy
workloads. To learn more about Marriage and Family Therapists or
to locate one
in
your area, visit California’s online mental
health resource,
www.TherapistFinder.com.
About CAMFT
The California Association of Marriage and
Family Therapists, with 27 chapters throughout the state, is an
independent professional organization,
representing the interests of
Marriage and Family Therapists. CAMFT
provides TherapistFinder.com as a resource to the public
looking
for Marriage
and Family Therapists located in California. For more information
about CAMFT, please call (858) 292-2638 or visit www.TherapistFinder.com.
Media Contact: Tricia Whittemore
Porter Novelli
Phone: (619) 687-7018 or (603) 219-6088
E-mail: tricia.whittemore@porternovelli.com
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