The Mary A. Rackham Institute (MARI) Psychological Clinic at U-M is offering an Adult ADHD Skills Group that will provide a structured and supportive environment to help people learn and practice essential skills for managing ADHD-related challenges.
Specifically, the group…
Going Blue for Brandi | Brandi’s Story
Family has always been a central value for Brandi Garden. For over 30 years, she focused on raising two children and building a life with her husband, Doug.
She remained close to her family, including her sister, aunts, uncles, and…
Adult ASD Workshop Spring 2024
Have you wondered if you have an undiagnosed Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? This workshop, presented by the Mary A. Rackham Institute (MARI) mental health clinics, is to help educate adults who suspect they may have ASD. The online workshop also…
Singing Again After Aphasia | Bruce’s Story
“Would you wear a helmet, please? You really need to get a helmet.”
“Why? I know, but the good ones are expensive.”
“To protect your head. It’s your head.”
“I’ll think about it.”
These words would haunt Bruce and Jeanne…
Parenting Through Separation and Divorce Workshop – Spring & Summer 2024
The University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF) offers free Parenting Through Separation and Divorce virtual workshops each month. The link to access the online workshop is provided to participants after registration. All upcoming sessions are scheduled for 11…
MARI Mental Health Services are Moving!
The Mary A. Rackham Institute (MARI) Mental Health services, provided by the University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF) and the University Psychological Clinic (Psych Clinic), are moving physical office spaces on Dec. 18, 2023. We will be closed…
UMAP Discusses Impact of Aphasia On Families
On Thursday, October 12, 2023, the University of Michigan Aphasia Program (UMAP) hosted a virtual presentation with the National Aphasia Association (NAA).
Dr. Carol Persad, director of UMAP and the University Center for Language and Literacy, discussed the impact of…
MARI Trainee Graduation – Fall 2023
The Mary A. Rackham Institute (MARI) recently celebrated our class of 2022-23 student trainees.
In August 2023, MARI staff gathered at March View Meadows park to celebrate the graduates and their accomplishments. Food was served and each graduate received a…
Parenting Through Separation and Divorce Virtual Workshop – Fall 2023
The University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF) offers free Parenting Through Separation and Divorce virtual workshops each month.
Separation or divorce is difficult to handle in general — when children are in the mix, it becomes that much…
MARI Outreach in August 2023
In August 2023, staff at the Mary A. Rackham Insitute (MARI) participated in two outreach events on the University of Michigan’s campus, engaging with both undergraduate and graduate students.
At the events, MARI’s table included flyers detailing services at our…