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Dialectical Behavior Therapy Group
The University Psychological Clinic‘s Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) has shifted to virtual and will continue to be offered throughout the year. This group is designed to help participants address a variety of challenges related to emotional regulation and treatment-resistant mental…
Oct 20, 2020
Expert Advice: On How to Parent in a Pandemic and Being a Good Example
Parenting is not easy business. Erin Hunter, Ph.D., interim director of the University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF) at MARI, recently provided actionable advice for parents, particularly those who may be feeling frayed around the edges or burnt…
Oct 13, 2020
New! Virtual Intensive, Comprehensive Aphasia Program Now Available
The pandemic may mean staying distant and staying home, but it doesn’t mean your aphasia recovery has to stop. The University of Michigan Aphasia Program is inviting Michigan residents to continue the work through a new program: the UMAP virtual…
Aug 6, 2020
MARI Anti-Racism Statement: Solidarity and Action for Equality
Far too often, individuals in our society, under the guise of protecting the community, enact violence upon people of color, such us in the brutal and horrific killing of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, Philando Castile, and Alton Sterling.…
Jun 8, 2020
Expert Interview: Anxiety in Kids and Yourself During Coronavirus
UPDATE: Dr. Hunter did a follow up interview with PBS’s One Detroit on April 15, several weeks into the shelter-in-place order. The interview, featuring her tips and suggestions for staying mentally healthy as a family, can be seen here: Family…
Apr 17, 2020
Now Accepting: Credit Card Payments Online
MARI is now able to accept online credit card payments for client services. Payments can be made through the secure online payment site, accessible through the MARI “Pay My Bill” link available on all webpages in the top menu bar.…
Apr 15, 2020
Maintaining Mental Health During the Coronavirus Pandemic – Resources and Tools
Be prepared but not panicked. Hope for the best, but get ready for the worst. Stay steady and strong in the face of uncertainty. Keep your cool to keep family and loved ones protected. These sayings sound great and are…
Mar 17, 2020
MARI Announces New Call Center
MARI has launched a new call center. Cindy Davis, senior patient services associate and manager of the call center, said the approach has several benefits for clients and referring clinicians. Specifically, the dedicated call center staff provides a quicker turnaround…
Feb 4, 2020
Taking a Teamwork Approach to Recovery: Tom and Janice’s Story
Name: Tom and Janice Herlihy Hometown: Burlingame, California Tom and Janice are the kind of couple that when you mention one, you usually mention the other. Traveling, raising their kids, moving cross country, enjoying life — Tom and Janice,…
Jan 13, 2020
Searching For Teletherapy, Finding UMAP
Stacy and Rhetta Johnstone Hometown: Ventura, California Stacy and Rhetta Johnstone have been together for 40 years. “We kinda grew up together,” said Rhetta. “It’s always been fun being with Stacy.” After Stacy’s stroke in 2016 and subsequent aphasia and apraxia…
Dec 13, 2019