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Check the District calendar for the first/last day of school, breaks, holiday closings etc.

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Runs from 3pm-4pm, Mon-Thurs, in the Media Center

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Effective June 1, 2023 (working papers have gone digital)

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Learn about the new process for getting working papers for minors in New Jersey.

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HHS times are as follows:

Regular school day: 7:50am school starts
2 hour delay: 9:50am school starts

Early dismissal: 12:20pm school gets out

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Because weather and road conditions sometimes change significantly during the early morning hours on inclement days, the district has devised a procedure for delaying school openings 2 hours after the normal opening times if road conditions improve, or shortening the school day if conditions worsen, or closing schools for the entire day if necessary.

On days when school openings will be delayed/closed/shortened, announcements will be made via the Parent Notification System (PNS), on the radio, and on the district's web sites.

On days when school is closed or shortened all after school and evening activities are canceled/postponed.

On days when school is shortened students who are bussed to school in the morning will be bussed home.

On days when school is delayed buses will pick up children approximately 2 hours after their normal pick-up times, and school will open according to the following schedule:

A Pop-up announcement window for notices on district-wide closings will appear on all district web pages.

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Instagram: hackettstown_hs

Facebook: Hackettstown High School

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Welcome! The goal of HHS's Social Media Club is for members to develop and create content that keeps students, staff and families up to date with school community activities, happenings and accomplishments on all official school social media accounts.
Meetings are 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the Month
Always looking for new members! Join our Google Classroom (information on the right hand side) or see Mrs. Domick in the Library.

Don't forget to follow our Facebook (Hackettstown High School) and Instagram (@hackettstown_hs) accounts.

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Hackettstown High School is located in Hackettstown, NJ.

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If your Chromebook is in need of repair please fill out this google form.

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How to Report an act of HIB (Harassment Intimidation Bullying) 

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"During a conflict, name-calling, threats and other conduct that might look like bullying can occur. However, a conflict and bullying are very different.

Unlike bullying, during a conflict people are equally involved in some type of disagreement. Conflict is considered mutual, meaning everyone is more or less evenly involved.

Bullying, on the other hand, involves one or several people (the bullies) intentionally committing a mean or violent act against another person(s) or group of people (the victims). When bullying occurs, there is no mutual participation in a disagreement; it is one-sided. Bullying victims have a hard time defending themselves. The victims want the bullying to stop, but the bully continues the behavior.

Conflicts and bullying can interrupt the school day, damage property and cause injuries to the people involved. However, when the behavior involves a conflict, the school will take action based on its code of student conduct instead of the ABR.

Bullying [can] occur when:

One or more students are victims of unwanted or uninvited aggression, as the behavior applies to the definition of harassment, intimidation and bullying in the ABR;

The aggressor's behavior would lead a person to reasonably believe that the aggressor is motivated by a desire to physically or emotionally hurt someone;

The aggression is one-sided; and

The behavior is not an attempt to positively or negatively address or resolve a problem."

Additionally, to be considered Bullying -- as defined by the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act (ABR) -- the behaviors must meet specific criteria. Harassment, Intimidation or Bullying means (1) any gesture, or (2) any written, verbal or physical act, or (3) any electronic communication (whether it be a single incident or series of incidents) that:

Is reasonably perceived as being motivated by any actual or perceived characteristic (such as race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or a mental, physical, or sensory disability, or by any other distinguishing characteristic); and

Takes place on school property, at any school sponsored function, on a school bus, or off school grounds; and

Substantially disrupts or interferes with the orderly operation of the school or the rights of other students.

And a reasonable person should know, under the circumstances, that the act(s) will cause at least one of the following:

Cause physical or emotional harm to a student or his/her property; or

Place a student in reasonable fear of physical or emotional harm to his/her person or property; or

Insult or demean a student or group of students; or

Create a hostile educational environment for the student by interfering with the student's education.

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Everything you need to know! (Dress code, school expectations, etc.)

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Locations in Paramus, NJ or Bridgewater, NJ

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Real Life Recovery

Center For Discovery has a longstanding commitment to understanding eating disorders and developing the very best programs for treating them. Take the first step towards lasting recovery.

THE DISCOVERY DIFFERENCE®

At Center for Discovery, we're passionate about providing compassionate care that utilizes the very best evidence-based treatment options. For more than two decades we've helped thousands of patients discover their path to the full and rewarding lives they deserve. With us, you'll have a team of experts who will design a treatment plan that's just as unique as you are. You'll learn about what's underlying your eating disorder. You'll practice new coping skills, including how to forge a healthier relationship with food through hands-on meal preparation. You'll join us at one of our intimate estate-style homes or small outpatient centers that promote healing and personalized attention. And when you're ready to return home, you'll continue to receive recovery support for life through our Aftercare Program.

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Congratulations to the following teams and individuals who were announced as Inductees to the Hackettstown HS Athletic Hall of Fame
The HHS Athletic Hall of Fame Committee is pleased to announce the HHS Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2022
Richard Theusen - Class of 1953

John "Jack" Cory - Class of 1957

Wayne Hansler - Class of 1957

Larry Makarevich - Class of 1957

Arthur "Butch" Stevens - Class of 1957

Charles Best - Class of 1958

Mike Palko - Class of 1972

Marianne Wojcicki - Class of 1977

Ron Griffth - Coach 1980 - 1989

Pam Willson - Coach 1982 - Present

The 1929 HHS Football Team

The 1929 HHS Girls Basketball Team

The 1930 HHS Football Team

1932 HHS Football Team

1937 HHS Football Team

1938 HHS Football Team

1939 HHS Football Team

1953 HHS Baseball Team

1954-1959 HHS Football Teams

A celebration honoring these inductees will be held on:

October 8, 2022

at Panther Valley Country Club

from 5:00pm - 9:00pm

If you would like reservations to attend the Celebration the cost is:

$55.00 per person for Reception and Buffet Dinner -

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HHS offers a variety of Clubs and Activities for the student body. All are welcome.

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Confidential way to get screened for
symptoms of depression and provides ways to get further help.

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This test is also available in Spanish.

Click here to test for postpartum depression (new and expecting parents).

Source:

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Please note: Online screening tools are not diagnostic instruments. You are encouraged to share your results with a physician or healthcare provider. Mental Health America Inc., sponsors, partners, and advertisers disclaim any liability, loss, or risk incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, from the use and application of these screens.

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The Depression Test is for individuals who are feeling overwhelming sadness. The depression test is also available in Spanish.

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486 Schooley's Mountain Rd.

Hackettstown, New Jersey

Call: 908-850-4552

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Dana M. De Kleine M.A., L.P.C., A.C.S., N.C.C.

NJ License #37PC00388900

ACS #1288

Hello! Welcome to Hackettstown Psychological Services. I want to take this opportunity to introduce myself to you and to our practice. I am the owner of Hackettstown Psychological Services and have worked within the practice since 2010. I work with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. I am an Adjunct Instructor for the Graduate program at St. Elizabeth University since 2010 and I was an Adjunct Instructor for the Undergraduate program at Centenary University from 2005 until 2010. I have extensive experience working in the field and in the Sussex, Morris, Warren County areas. I began working with children and adults with developmental disabilities in 1999 . From that point forward, I worked at the state level, within a school setting with children and adolescents, as well as, within the criminal justice system, substance use and abuse, and veterans.

Currently, I focus my practice on individuals, couples, and families of all ages that are looking to improve and learn about themselves through unconditional positive regard, empathy, and meeting individualistic, appropriate goals set for themselves each week. I work with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, low self confidence and general self improvement. I like to learn who you are, see the world through your eyes, and make suggestions that would be applicable to you and your experiences. I participate in most insurance plans with the exception of Medicaid and Medicare. I look forward to meeting you soon!

NJ Licensed Psychologist #35SI00213700

Dr. Monday provides telehealth appointments exclusively.

Alexis Homa D'Ambrosio, M.A./Ed.S., L.P.C.

NJ License #37PC00774200

Welcome to Hackettstown Psychological Services!

I received my BS in Psychology with a Clinical Concentration from Saint Joseph’s University and my MA/Ed.S in Professional Counseling from Seton Hall University. I have worked in a non-profit setting for over four years and have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. Within these populations I have treated anxiety, depression, oppositional behaviors, adjustment issues and grief. Additionally, I also have experience working with community resources within the Warren, Sussex and Morris County areas. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Theory and Solution-Focused Therapy, however I believe that therapy should be altered to your individual needs. The most important thing that I value in my work is building a strong working alliance. With that in place, we can work towards your goals each week in a safe, empathetic environment. I look forward to working with you soon!

Billing Manager

Pam has been working with the practice since 2007. Her work is invaluable. Pam is in charge of submitting all the claims and is in charge of all aspects of billing.

486 Schooley's Mountain Rd.

Hackettstown, N.J. 07840

908-850-4552

908-850-6364 (Fax)

Directions to our office:

We are located in Hastings Commons.

When you drive down Mountain Ave and pass the fast food restaurants and the golf course on the left. You will m ake your first left onto Edgeview Dr.

If you are coming down from Schooley's Mountain Rd., you will make a right onto Edgeview Dr. after you have passed Hea th Village and the plaza with the chocolate and UPS store within it.

M ake a n immediate left into our parking lot. We are in the brown medical buildings. P ark by the mailboxes. The building numbered 486 is in front of you. Enter the left hand side of the building (the 2b side) and go upstairs.

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Looking to join our team?!

Why Work Here? "Each professional is respected for their abilities. Have control over your schedule and clients. Competitive pay."

We are looking to grow by adding energetic, passionate NJ licensed Clinicians (LPC, LMFT, LCSW, PHD, PSYD). We receive referrals from area schools, doctors offices, former clients, insurance companies, EAP programs, etc.

You would be an Independent Contractor that can independently manage your schedule, choose your clients, dictate how you work with each one, and have flexibility to suit your own needs without the full scope of responsibility involved in owning and operating the business on your own. We are looking for people to build their caseload to a part time or full time basis. You will have access to billing services, referrals, supplies, and the opportunity to utilize telemedicine if you don't want to have an office space.

We are looking to add Licensed Clinicians who have experience and/or specialized training in any of the following:

Adults

Couples

Young Children, Adolescents and their families

A trauma specific focus using a variety of modalities

Our practice works with insurance companies. If you are already paneled, that is a plus. Please ONLY apply if you would like to be on insurance panels. Due to the insurance credentialing process, there may be a 3-4 month lag between the time of hiring and the time in which you would begin seeing clients. Due to state regulations, W E ONLY HIRE NJ LICENSED CLINICIANS.

If you are interested in discussing the possibility, please forward your cover letter and resume to danadekleinelpc@gmail.com. We will be in touch if it looks like you would be a good fit for the practice.

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"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change." ― Carl R. Rogers, On Becoming a Person: A Therapist's View of Psychotherapy

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National Runaway Safeline | National Runaway Safeline

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Call 1-800-RUNAWAY if you are thinking of running from home, if you have a friend who has runaway, or if you are a runaway ready to go home.

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Grief support center for children age 3-18 coping with loss due to the death of a parent or sibling.

Support groups are available for parents and guardians as well.

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Imagine | Free Grief Support for Children and Families

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At Imagine we believe that no child should have to grieve alone. You will find a community of caring people who together create a safe, hospitable, clinically sound environment for mutual support, healing and growth. Imagine offers peer grief support services to youth age 3-18 and young adults 18-30.

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For children/teens who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling, or primary caregiver.

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Dear Comfort Zone Camp Community,

I am so pleased to share that we are holding in-person camps! In fact, we've safely held seven so far this year! So what's next? We anticipate holding in-person camps with 1:1 matching of kids to adults for the remainder of the year. We also will continue to have the programs we launched during COVID--our virtual and in-person family camps. Both were very successful and will be incorporated into our menu of camp opportunities as we look forward to 2022.

Other Camp News: We have our first ever camp in West Virginia, October 22-24, 2021! Please help up spread the word! We also just held our first camp in Nevada and will be back in Utah this August.

This year, we have a camp in Virginia over the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy. We are working on a special way to honor the impacted families who became so close to us. Comfort Zone was one of the first programs to mobilize and help grieving families after the September 11th attacks. When that tragic event happened to our country, CZC was three years old and based only in Virginia; we knew at that moment that we needed to respond and expand our program to families up north.

Our events are also in full swing. Thanks to all those who participated in our Grief Relief National 5K and took the time to run, walk, and remember their loved ones! We have galas, golf tournaments, and more coming this fall. Make sure to check out our events calendar.

We are so grateful to everyone who has supported us for the past 22 years, especially through the pandemic. Grieving children and their families is our priority, and we remain committed to serving that community and making sure they always have a voice and a place.

Lynne Hughes, Founder & CEO

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Adapting to life after a loved one dies is a hard transition, leaving kids vulnerable. They have the option to make choices with positive outcomes and choices with harmful outcomes. At Good Grief, children, teens, and families learn from each other as they adapt, rebuild their lives, forge meaning, and make healthy decisions with positive outcomes.

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Grief Support Center for Children & Families | Good Grief | NJ

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Adapting to life after a loved one dies is a hard transition, leaving kids vulnerable. They have the option to make choices with positive outcomes and choices with harmful outcomes. At Good Grief, children, teens, and families learn from each other as they adapt, rebuild their lives, forge meaning, and make healthy decisions with positive outcomes.

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Centre for Mindfulness Research & Practice

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Include meditations for body scans, stretching and breathing, yoga, and many more.

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Bangor University is a Registered Charity: No. 1141565

© 2020 Bangor University

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CMRP Audio downloads | Centre for Mindfulness Research and Practice | Bangor University

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Each meditation offered is between 2 and 10 minutes.

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Even when you know how beneficial meditation can be for you, and that you should begin meditating right away, it can be a little overwhelming to get started.

To help you with that, I put together this quick and easy guide on how to get started with meditation, how to grow a meditation habit, and why it matters.

It only takes a few minutes to read, and is the perfect thing to read before starting one of the meditations above!
Learn about: How to meditate for beginners
Here's how to start:

Find a quiet, comfortable place to sit, with your back upright.

Put on headphones (this will help block outside distractions).

Select the meditation length that's ideal for you.

Press play and close your eyes.

Focus your attention on your breath, breathing in and out.

Tips for getting started How to meditate for beginners
Tips for getting started
Benefits of meditation
How to approach meditation Benefits of meditation

Decreased stress and anxiety

Increased mindfulness (the ability to be aware of what's occurring at any given moment, but being able to choose how to act, as opposed to just reacting)

How to approach meditation Building a meditation habit
Schedule for starting
Building a meditation habit Meditation for kids
Why I built QuietKit
QuietKit presents a very simple, direct type of guided meditation for beginners, perfect for anyone getting started: focusing your attention on your breath, and nothing else, as you sit quietly.

When you first start meditating, as you try to focus on your breathing, your mind is going to overload, and you'll start thinking about things other than your breathing.

That's okay.
Schedule for starting
A big part of meditating is, when that happens, letting those other thoughts flow out of you, and then trying to bring your focus back to your breath.

Week 1 - 2 minute meditation session each day

Week 2 - 4 minute meditation session each day

Week 3 - 6 minute meditation session each day

Week 4 - 8 minute meditation session each day

Week 5 - 10 minute meditation session each day

The real benefits of meditation (listed below) come from that practice: focusing on just your breath, and if you lose that focus, letting those new thoughts go, and returning to your breath.

Keep doing a 10 minute meditation session at the beginning of each day, and also do a meditation session at the end of the day (of any length).

Even people who have practiced for years lose their focus when meditating.

But they just accept that it happens from time to time, they don't worry about it when it does happen, and then they return to focusing on their breathing.

Using the guided meditation for beginners options from QuietKit is a great way to help you regain focus when you lose it, which is why we made them for you :)
Meditation for Kids Note: want to bring meditation into your school? Use our free Meditation in Schools resource!
The guided meditations from QuietKit offers three main benefits to anyone who uses them:

It can work for a child of almost any age. As long as they have the ability to sit still, listen, focus on their breath, and understand what is being said in the meditation, then they can learn to meditate. And there isn't a "too old" phase when they can't benefit from meditation.

Explain to them why meditation can be so helpful. Telling them to do it "because I said so" or "because it's good for you" won't convince anyone, regardless of age. Read through this page with them, and explain how meditating can help them deal with stress, learn how to focus (which helps with school and sports), and can help them from having their emotions overwhelm them.

Help them make it a daily habit. Just like teaching them to brush their teeth, having them meditate daily can do wonders. Don't even worry about advancing beyond the 2 minute meditation if they aren't interested, but just focus on having them meditate each and every day.

Meditate with them. Just like spending quality time with them, make meditation something you do with them. Find a time and context, such as before school or at night before they goto bed, when you can make meditation something you do with them.

Meditation is also great for schools. Not only can it help students decrease stress and increase focus, but it can also help hardworking teachers working hard in those schools. Use our Meditation in Schools resource to get started!

There's a simple way to approach meditation:
Why I built QuietKit
Treat it as a daily habit.

A lot of times meditation is talked about by how long you can do it in one sitting.
In searching for some way to deal with stress (other than the unhelpful advice of "be less stressed"), I came across meditation.
But there's a lot more to be gained from short meditation sessions done each day.
Once I was sold on the very real benefits of meditation, I found that figuring out how to get started on meditation was surprisingly difficult.
Start small: instead of trying to jump right into 10 minutes, start with 2.

Build slowly: there's no rush, so take your time (we'll give you a simple schedule below).

Build consistency: try to meditate every day, in the same place, at the same time. Meditate at home, before you start your day. That might mean before going to work, school, running errands, or even before you start a day of relaxation.
It was incredibly discouraging, and out of frustration I ended up building the guided meditation for beginners tool I wish I had when I first heard about meditation.
But maybe beginning of the day doesn't work for you, and that's completely okay. What you should look for are natural break points in your day. Maybe that means taking time right before lunch, or right after getting home from work, or before dinner, or before bed.

Play around and experiment to see what context and situation works best for you.

Every day in small amounts beats large amounts infrequently: think of it like exercise. Would you benefit more from working out really hard only one day a year, or from doing a little bit every day?

Here's a schedule you can start with (do a guided meditation for beginners from QuietKit at the start of your day):
Something this powerful should be available for free to everyone in the world. So I built it out and released it as QuietKit.
After week 5:
- John Turner, creator of QuietKit
Adding a second meditation session to your day is a great way to provide another "reset" time to your day.

Try doing this second session either when you get home from work, school, errands, or before you are about to go to bed.

The benefits from meditation come from doing it consistently over time, so keep going!

A few of the users of QuietKit have said they use it to help their kids meditate. Here are some quick tips for helping your children develop a meditation habit:

If you have any tips that we should add to this section, send me an email :)

There seem to be new tools and services to help us with every little thing in life, but there's one thing that isn't being dealt with that we all have a lot of: stress.

That was the problem I found myself facing. Even when things were going well there was still a lot of stress, and it started getting to me.

Certainly not a new idea, but what's happened recently is there have been a number of scientific studies uncovering just how helpful meditation is in decreasing stress, increasing focus, and increasing mindfulness (even in as little as 100 cumulative minutes of meditating).

Most resources were dense, overly long books that seemed to hide any good advice, or training programs that demanded huge "all or nothing" commitments before you even knew if they were helpful, or apps and websites that required signing up and payment before you knew if it would help you understand meditation.

Even if you could find a free option, they all seemed to be free only so they could immediately sell you something else, and wouldn't be that helpful on their own.

None of the tools, services and resources felt like they catered to the real challenges a beginner faced with meditation.

And it worked!

Not only did the tool I built work perfectly for a beginner trying to get into meditation, and help me deal with stress better, but it quickly improved every part of my life.

I couldn't believe, after just a few weeks, how great I felt and how much my meditation tool improved all aspects of my life.

It made me wish I had this tool when I was 20. Or 15. Or 5.

Now I'm on a mission to help everyone on the planet gain the same benefits from meditation that I gained.

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QuietKit: Guided Meditation for Beginners (for free)

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Enter the thoughts that you are worried about and it will guide you through a meditation.

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A 60-second meditation tool to help clear your mind

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Want to quit vaping?

Text: VAPEFREENJ to 88709

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Cessation Resources

Incorruptible.us

NJ CUITS

Professionals

Working Well Tobacco Free

Smoke-Free Public Places

Point of Sale

Smoke-Free Housing

Trainings & Webinars

REGIONAL TOBACCO
COLLABORATIVES

Through Tobacco Free for a Healthy NJ, 10 regional tobacco collaboratives (RTC) were created to coordinate tobacco prevention efforts across NJ. We strive to include all sectors of the community in the RTCs to truly represent each region. By bringing together key stakeholders and champions in each region, we are able to drive our efforts with education & policy action.

Click on your region on the NJ State map to join the mailing list for your collaborative or contact your regional coordinator.

join US!

IMPORTANT LINKS:

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Helps you quit smoking

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quitSTART is a free app made for people who want to quit smoking. This app takes the information you provide about your smoking history and gives you tailored tips, inspiration, and challenges to help you become smokefree and live a healthier life.

quitSTART helps you:
* Get ready to quit with tips and information to prepare you for becoming smokefree
* Monitor your progress and earn badges for smokefree milestones and other achievements
* Get back on track if you slip and smoke
* Manage cravings and bad moods in healthy ways
* Distract yourself from cravings with games and challenges
* Store helpful tips, inspirations, and challenges in your Quit Kit
* Share your progress and favorite tips through social media

quitSTART is a product of Smokefree.gov, a smoking cessation resource created by the Tobacco Control Research Branch at the National Cancer Institute in collaboration with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and input from tobacco control professionals, smoking cessation experts, and ex-smokers.

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I definitely appreciate it & recommend you app 100%, hands down!!!

Helping me meet my goals

I'm 19 and last year during senior year of high school I let myself get addicted to Juul then I went to Italy for a month where I smoked a pack and a half a day. I made terrible choices and downloading this app is just one step I'm taking to quit. I'm doing this without any medication to help. I think downloading this app should not be your first choice. What I did was first I went to a hospital and talked to a doctor and I was honest with the doctor and asked for any help they could give me. Then every day since I've done something differently but something that is clearly enforcing to my brain that I want to quit. This is one of my steps and I plan on using it to try and get through this weekend. I'm a college student so I know I'm gonna get a lot of triggers. What I think is great about this app is that I can set locations for it to remind me. I've set reminders for all the frats at my school, my friends dorm and the place I usually get pods or cigs. Tomorrow my step is I'm gonna call a hotline and just talk to them. I think the most important thing for myself is to be committed and also to prove to my brain I'm committed. By saying every morning I'm not gonna smoke and then doing an action that directly aligns with that has made my urges less controlling. I wish anyone reading this the best of luck, you can do this!

Best Cold Turkey App

Whereas other quit smoking apps mean well, this app most effectively helps the person who has quit cold turkey. The other apps seem to encourage smoking or slips in subtle ways. Like select a quit date, for instance two weeks from now. That doesn't work for me. I'll just smoke right through it. Nicotine replacement therapy doesn't work for me either so don't tell me my chances are better with it. I guarantee you I'll smoke with the patch on my arm! This app encourages quitting no matter what. And it seems to check in with me at those times when I most need some follow up. I've recommended this app on a personal level and now in my review. My friend who quit three months ago is now using it! It's definitely useful.

The developer, ICF International, indicated that the app's privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer's privacy policy.

Data Not Linked to You

The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:

Identifiers

Usage Data

Diagnostics

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ICF International, Inc.

Compatibility

iPhone

Requires iOS 11.0 or later.

iPod touch

Requires iOS 11.0 or later.

Mac

Requires macOS 11.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip.

Age Rating

17+ Frequent/Intense Alcohol, Tobacco, or Drug Use or References

Family Sharing

With Family Sharing set up, up to six family members can use this app.

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A safe space for youth to discuss and share stories about mental health and wellness.

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Posted on 23rd February 2022

Therapy: How I Asked for Help, and How You Can, Too

Every other Thursday, five o’clock, I have plans.  “I can’t hang out, my mom needs me to babysit tonight.” “I already promised I’d help around the house.” “Sorry, I’m grounded.” “I can’t tonight, I’ve got loads of homework.” Every other Thursday, I used to lie. It’s not that I was doing anything of concern, but […]

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Applications Open! Join the 2022 Spring/Summer You Matter Blogger Council

It’s that time of year again, folks! We’re looking for bloggers to join the 2022 Spring/Summer You Matter Blogger Council. The deadline to apply has been extended! The new deadline is Tuesday, March 22nd, 2022. You Matter has always been a space for youth, by youth, to share stories and make your voices heard. If you’re […]

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Posted by Savannah on 14th January 2022

Ways I Help Support My Loved Ones When They Need It

Picture this: a friend of yours confronts you with a problem they are going through, maybe a break up or family drama, distraught and upset. They are coming to you in a hard-to-approach state, and you don’t know what to do. We’ve all been there, myself included. It seems like a daunting situation, one that […]

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Posted by Liv on 15th December 2021

When You’re Feeling SAD, Try to Make the Day Rad

Although the warmth of a fire is quite delightful, fall turns to winter, and the weather becomes oh so frightful. Ok, that is a cute little play on words but if we are being honest winter sometimes just sucks. It is dark by mid-afternoon, it’s cold, and laziness is at its finest. Curling up in […]

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Posted by Brynne on 10th December 2021

Season of Self-Care

As the holidays are quickly approaching, we can often get caught up in finding the perfect gift for others, baking the perfect pie, or visiting family members. But the holiday season is a great time for you to focus on yourself, and to find time for self–care. So, in this blog, I am going to […]

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Posted by Savannah on 29th November 2021

How I’ve Learned to Adjust Living with a Blended Family

In the early summer of 2019, my mom introduced my sister and I to a man and his daughter. Three years later, they are living with us and a lot has changed. To others, it probably seems pretty cut and dry, a simple blended family situation. However, we face problems every day and struggle to […]

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Posted by Alyssa on 24th November 2021

Navigating Food During the Holidays

CW: Eating Disorders The holiday season has arrived, and while festivities may be long-awaited for some, it’s not always the most ‘wonderful time of the year’ for everyone. Many families center holiday celebrations around food, and for people who have a complex relationship with food, this can bring feelings of stress and anxiety rather than […]

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Posted by Jade on 19th November 2021

The Trick I Use to Help Combat My Perfectionism

One thing I’ve always struggled with is perfectionism. As someone with a lot of anxiety, I often feel like everything I do has to either be done “right” or not at all, because the fear of failing—or, at least, the fear of not meeting my own expectations—is overwhelming. This sometimes means I continuously put off […]

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Posted by Vibrant Communications on 29th October 2021

Meet the Fall/Winter 2021 You Matter Blogger Council!

Name: Brynne Pronouns: She/Her/Hers Age: 14 Living in: Illinois What’s your favorite song right now and why? “Softly” by Clairo. I love the low, chill melody- this song is perfect for relaxing and puts me in a good mood Name: Jade Pronouns: She/Her/Hers Age: 24 Living in: Michigan What’s your favorite song right now and why? “Thunderous” by Stray Kids! [...]

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Posted by Brynne on 28th October 2021

How to #BeThe1To Help Someone Else

Content Warning: Suicidal Thoughts If you’ve ever frequented the hallways of a middle school or high school, it’s likely that you’ve heard lots of things. Snippets of conversation, gossip, and news of all sorts. But recently, I found myself walking down the hallway and overheard a statement that was alarming to me. The student had […]

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Find inspiring stories shared by members of the LGBTQ+ community and find youth support services near you.

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The It Gets Better Project exists to uplift, empower, and connect LGBTQ+ youth around the globe.

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National Queer & Trans Therapists of Color Network

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National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network - NQTTCN is a healing justice organization that works to transform mental health for queer and trans people of color.

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The National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network (NQTTCN) is a healing justice organization committed to transforming mental health for queer and trans people of color (QTPoC). We work at the intersection of movements for social justice and the field of mental health to integrate healing justice into both of these spaces.

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A directory of therapists specialized in working with the intersection of sexual, gender, and ethnic minorities.

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Inclusive Therapists offers a safer, simpler way to find a social justice-oriented therapist, counselor, coach, psychologist or psychiatrist .

We center the needs of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and LGBTQIA2S+ intersections (QTBIPOC). We amplify the voices and expressions of Neurodivergent and Disabled Communities of Color.

We are a mental health liberation movement creating change through decolonial education, collective care, and activism.

Support Our Work See Our Values

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Welcome | Inclusive Therapists Directory: Culturally Responsive Mental Health Therapy for BIPOC & LGBTQ

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Find Inclusive Therapy for BIPOC & LGBTQ+ | Inclusive Therapists bridge marginalized communities with culturally affirming therapists, coaches, mental health care. Join our Mental Health Liberation Movement

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Latinx therapist directory, podcasts, wellness resources, and training.

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Mental health treatment with a specific focus on LatinX populations.

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Thank you for your interest in the American Society of Hispanic Psychiatry. We hope you will explore our website and find the information provided helpful.

The American Society of Hispanic Psychiatry ( ASHP) fosters multidisciplinary collaborations in mental health treatment with a particular focus on Latino Populations. Members are psychiatrists, psychologists, and other mental health workers.

The mission of our organization is:

1. To promote research, professional education, and clinical activities in the field of mental health through the participation and collaboration of Hispanic psychiatrists, psychologists, and other mental health professionals in the United States, Latin America, and the Iberian Peninsula (Spain and Portugal).

2. To promote the collaborative process between Hispanic mental health professionals and other Latino-focused organizations in the United States, Latin America, and the Iberian Peninsula.

3. To advocate for policies based on the best available scientific evidence that aims to eliminate the health disparities prevalent in Latino and other minority populations.

4. To support Latino patients, families, and communities in the promotion of wellness and inclusion initiatives.

It is our hope to continue to grow our membership. We invite you, our members to invite any other professionals who might share our common interest in promoting our mission. If you are not a current member of the ASHP, please see the membership portion of our website to find out how you can become a member today!

2018 APA Tarjan Memorial Award presented to Fructuoso Irigoyen, MD
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Thank you for your interest in the American Society of Hispanic Psychiatry. We hope you will explore our website and find the information provided helpful. The American Society of Hispanic Psychiatry ( ASHP) fosters multidisciplinary collaborations in mental health treatment with a particular focus on Latino Populations.

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Calm is the #1 app for sleep and meditation. Join the millions experiencing better sleep, lower stress, and less anxiety.

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254B Mountain Ave
Suite 300
Hackettstown, New Jersey

Call: 908-852-5858

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A New Jersey, Nonprofit Mental Health Agency

Center For Assessment and Treatment is a 501c3 nonprofit providing mental health services so New Jersey residents can live healthier, more fulfilling lives. Based in Hackettstown, we focus on serving our New Jersey friends and neighbors first because we believe mental health well-being is critical to our extended community.

Since 2009, Center For Assessment and Treatment’s personalized and caring approach combined with research-backed treatments has helped thousands of people change their lives for the better.

We offer individual, group, couples, and family counseling, as well as medication evaluation and management, and psychological evaluation services. As a client, we work one-on-one with you to determine the ideal course of treatment — that starts with matching you with one of our experienced, New Jersey state-licensed professionals from our diverse staff.

We believe that no one in New Jersey should have to wait for mental health services. Get in touch today to learn more about our services and how we can help you or your loved one now.

We are fluent in Spanish, Hindi, Gujarati and Panjabi.

If you are feeling suicidal please call 911 or call 1-800-273-8255. The feeling is temporary, the action is permanent. The impact on those who care about you will be lifelong.

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Center For Assessment and Treatment is New Jersey’s leading nonprofit mental health agency. Research-backed treatments. Learn more about our personalized approach to mental health services.

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Hackettstown location:
108 Bilby Road, Suite 302
Hackettstown, New Jersey

Call: 908-852-0333

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MAIN OFFICE: 492 Route 57 West | Washington, NJ 07882 | Tel: 908-689-1000 | Fax: 908-689-4529

FGCWC

The Family Guidance Center of Warren County, New Jersey

Welcome

Mission Understand our Mission, Vision and Philosophy

History Read a history of FGCWC in your community since 1955

Leadership Staff Read about our staff

Trustees Read about our Board

Annual Report Our Annual Report in downloadable PDF format

In the Media Radio talk show sessions featuring FGCWC staff and more

Locations

WASHINGTON (main office)492 Route 57 West Washington, NJ 07882 Tel: 908-689-1000 Fax: 908-689-4529 Mon, Fri ~ 8:30 AM – 5 PM Tues, Wed, Thurs ~ 8:30 AM – 8 PM

PHILLIPSBURG 370 Memorial Parkway Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 Tel: 908-454-4470 Fax: 908-454-5317 Mon, Tues, Wed ~ 8:30 AM – 8 PM Thurs, Fri ~ 8:30 AM – 5 PM

HACKETTSTOWN 108 Bilby Road, Suite 302 Hackettstown, NJ 07840 Tel: 908-852-0333 Fax: 908-852-8732 Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri ~ 8:30 AM – 5 PM Tues ~ 8:30 AM – 8 PM

PREVENTION CONNECTIONS PROGRAM 21 W Washington Ave Washington, NJ 07882 Tel: 908-223-1985 Fax: (908) 223-1996

Programs

Outpatient Service Programs

Outpatient Mental Health

Outpatient Substance Use Disorder Treatment

Outpatient Adolescent Substance Use Treatment

Outpatient Sexual Abuse Treatment (SAT)

Senior In-Home Counseling Service

Intensive Outpatient Mental Health (IOP)

Intensive Outpatient Substance Use Disorder for Women

Safe Passage Medication-Assisted Treatment (M.A.T.)

STAR Program

Mental Health Crisis Services

Mental Health Crisis Services (24hr hotline)

Family Crisis Intervention Services

Involuntary Outpatient Commitment (IOC)

Warren Co Traumatic Loss Coalition for Youth (TLC)

O.O.R.P. (Opioid Overdose Recovery Program)

Rehabilitation Service Programs

Partial Care Day Treatment (Gateway)

Supported Employment Program

Community Peer Recovery Center

O.O.R.P. (Opioid Overdose Recovery Program)

STAR Program

Education, Prevention and Support Services

Prevention Connections

School Based Youth Services

Intensive Family Support Services

Better Future Self Help Center

QPR Suicide Prevention Training

Get Involved

Donating to FGCWC The Family Guidance Center of Warren County is a 501(c)(3) non-profit agency dedicated to improving the quality of life in children and adults in Warren County affected by problems related to mental illness, substance use disorder, family conflict or emotional adjustment.

Volunteer There are several ways to get involved with the Family Guidance Center of Warren County. Some of our needs are listed below. If you have an interest in volunteering, please fill out our online form and someone from our office will contact you.

Join Our Board The Family Guidance Center of Warren County is seeking qualified volunteers to serve on our Board of Trustees or on a committee of the Board. The primary qualifications are a genuine interest in the mission and work of our agency, the populations we serve and a willingness to volunteer your time, knowledge, expertise and support to our community behavioral health care center.

Resources

News

Events

Careers

24 Hr Emergency Hotline: 908-454-5141

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4 Gold Mine Road
Flanders, New Jersey

Call: 973-527-7072

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Welcome to the Chester Psychotherapy Group.

The Chester Psychotherapy Group, located in Flanders, NJ, is a private practice offering mental health services to adolescents and adults in Morris, Sussex and Warren counties. Our team of highly qualified professionals specializes in individual psychotherapy as well as couples and family therapy.

We utilize the most up-to-date psychotherapy techniques to improve the overall health and wellness of our patients and their families. The Chester Psychotherapy Group is committed to providing every client with prompt, courteous and complete care in a professional and confidential manner.

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The Chester Psychotherapy Group is a private practice offering mental health services to adolescents and adults in Morris, Sussex and Warren counties. We utilize the most up-to-date psychotherapy techniques to improve the overall health and wellness of our patients and their families.

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National Asian American Pacific Islander Mental Health Association 

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A collection of training, resources, and blogs dedicated to promoting the mental health and well-being of the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.

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A community dedicated to the wellness of Black women with a directory of Black therapists.

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Therapy for Black Girls is an online space dedicated to encouraging the mental wellness of Black women and girls.

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Dozie Oheri
Founder/CEO of Choose to DO, Inc.

Guest Contributor:

Dozie Oheri is the Founder/CEO of Choose to DO, Inc. Choose to DO, Inc. is a nonprofit that mentors youth with underutilized potential ages 9 - 19 years old, with a mission to focus on the physical and mental benefits of positive thinking. Choose to DO, Inc. uses Social Emotional Learning to work with youth in a group setting, with the purpose of building their self esteem, affirming their identity and teaching leadership so they can be the best versions of themselves.

Click here to learn more.

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Dozie Oheri Founder/CEO of Choose to DO, Inc. Guest Contributor: Dozie Oheri is the Founder/CEO of Choose to DO, Inc. Choose to DO, Inc. is a nonprofit that mentors youth with underutilized potential ages 9 - 19 years old, with a mission to focus on the physical and mental benefits of positive thinking.

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An organization dedicated to removing the barriers that prevent Black Americans from mental health treatment.

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BEAM: Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective

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Imagine a world where there are no barriers to Black healing. Together, we can heal through education, training, and advocacy.

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Provides links to information for parents, teens, health professionals, teachers, and others about various substance use problems

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NIDA.NIH.GOV | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

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NIDA's mission is to advance science on the causes and consequences of drug use and addiction and to apply that knowledge to improve individual and public health. NIDA is one of the National Institutes of Health.

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Provides information and support for the family members and friends of people with alcohol problems.

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This campaign provides information and uses videos and social media to engage youth in taking action against tobacco and tobacco companies.

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Have a problem with alcohol? There is a solution.

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Have a problem with alcohol? There is a solution. A.A. has a simple program that works. It's based on one alcoholic helping another.

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ANAD (National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders)

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ANAD (National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders)

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Call: 888-375-7767

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ANAD | Free Eating Disorder Support Groups & Services

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National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)

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National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)

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Includes stories of recovery from eating disorders and information about seeking treatment.

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Ms. Heidi Brotzman, SAC, MA, CPS

Call: 908-852-8150 x2263
Email: hbrotzman@hackettstown.org

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Helps determine if you (or a friend) might need more help for a specific disorder.

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Qualtrics sophisticated online survey software solutions make creating online surveys easy. Learn more about Research Suite and get a free account today.

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A support resource that provides education, tools, peer support, and inspiring stories of recovery.

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We are calling on our community to help us share brightness this season! Together we can provide empowering resources and services for mental well-being. Visit our toolkit to learn how you can spread awareness and support DBSA during our busiest giving time.

Your support is an investment in fostering hope, healing, and a brighter future for all those living with mood disorders.
Brighten Lives Toolkit!

Treatment Options

Seeking mental health treatment is not a sign of weakness or failure, but rather a show of great strength and compassion for yourself and those you love. Learn more about options to treat mood disorders and how to choose a provider.
See Treatment Options

Daily tools empower your wellness journey

Each person's wellness journey is unique. With that in mind, DBSA has developed tools to help you take the first steps and determine what support you may need along the way.

Start with Strengths

The DBSA Wellness Wheel is an easy-to-use tool that focuses on your strengths in 7 key areas of life.
Wellness Wheel

Keep Daily Logs

Our Wellness Tracker can be an essential resource to understand your moods, symptoms, medications, and lifestyle.
Wellness Tracker

If there's a young child in your life, we think you'll be excited to learn more about the DBSA Mood Crew®
Meet the DBSA Mood Crew!

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DBSA - Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance

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Manage or resist the urge to self harm.

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The Cornell Research Program on Self-Injury and Recovery

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Check out the new "Conversations with Sydney" podcast series dedicated to exploring adolescent mental health themes, including but not limited to self-injury. Each episode features candid and educational conversation between director/producer Micah Fink, his daughter, Sydney, and a mental health expert. Check it out and share!

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Provides information and resources about self-injury to those who self-injure, those who have recovered, and those who want to help.

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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention 

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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

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National Alliance on Mental Health

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NAMI New Jersey Marches in Pride

Featured Video

Multicultural Experiences of Mental Illness & Recovery

We are inspired and enlightened everyday by individuals and families who share their stories of perseverance and love, as well as the journeys of stigma and recovery in NJ's diverse communities.

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NAMI NJ is dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by mental illness.

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NORTH BRUNSWICK,
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Toll-Free: 1-866-626-4664
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This website was designed &
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Copyright © 2021 NAMI NEW JERSEY

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Dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness, for more information contact 732-940-0991, N Brunswick, NJ

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2NDFLOOR is a telephone helpline to assist adolescents with their day-to-day concerns.

Call or Text: 888-222-2228

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During this time 2NDFLOOR is experiencing above normal wait times and volume. We want to hear from you. Please be patient and remember the line is also open to text 24/7 at 1-888-222-2228. If this is an emergency please call 911 or your local police.

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Call: 800-656-HOPE (4673)

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RAINN | The nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization

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Donate Donate Monthly Honor Someone Give to a Fundraiser Shop for RAINN Plan Your Legacy Donor-Advised Fund Donate Stock Workplace Giving Combined Federal Campaign Corporate Partnerships Take Political Action Volunteer Spread the Word on Social Media Start a Fundraiser Student Activism Tell Your Story Join the Speakers Bureau Request a Speaker Intern at RAINN Work at RAINN Sign-up for News & Alerts

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National resource for intimate partner violence.

Call: 866-331-9474
Text: LOVEIS to 22522

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Healthy relationships for young adults can be confusing. Love is more than just the way you feel, and we’re here to help.

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National Eating Disorder Association Lifeline

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National Eating Disorder Association Lifeline

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Call or Text: 800-931-2237
If you are in a crisis and need help immediately, text "NEDA" to 741741.

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Who Is In Guidance?

School Counselors:

Mrs. Wendi Braun (Ms. Boetticher - maternity replacement)

Class of 2026: A -H

Mr. Michael Lamison

Class of 2026: I - M

Ms. Kathleen Perl

Class of 2026: N - Z

Guidance Secretary:

Ms. Jennifer Russo

Director of Pupil Personnel Services:

Mr. Guy Jorstad

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Hotline staffed by transgender volunteers ready to respond.

Call: 877-565-8860

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Prioritize BIPOC and LGBTQ+ BIPOC in abuse, crisis, mistreatment, and reporting hate crimes.

Call or Text: 800-604-5841

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Statistics collected between 9/2021-9/2022 Self-Disclosed Demographics
77% Female Identified

19% Male identified

2,436 Black, African American

962 LatinX/A/O/e

248 AAPI

339 Interracial

88 Muslim

578 Indigenous

381 Trans

824 Queer

1,239 Differing ability (Mental and physical)

211 Negative Consumer interaction

109 Vigilante

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The Trevor Project  (LGBTQ Crisis/Suicide Hotline) 

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The Trevor Project  (LGBTQ Crisis/Suicide Hotline) 

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Call: 866-488-7386 (24/7 access)
Text START to 678-678

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The Trevor Project | For Young LGBTQ Lives

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The Trevor Project provides 24/7 crisis support services to LGBTQ young people. Text, chat, or call anytime to reach a trained counselor. Free and confidential.

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Text HOME to 741741

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Crisis Text Line | Text HOME To 741741 free, 24/7 Crisis Counseling

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Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7 support via text message. We're here for everything: anxiety, depression, suicide, school. Text HOME to 741741.

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Call or Text: 800-273-TALK (8255)

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We can all help prevent suicide. The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

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The 988 Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. We're committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.

About The Lifeline

Anyone could be struggling with suicide. Find more specific resources below.

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We understand that every struggle is different. Experience the stories of people like you, and how they overcame crisis to find hope and recovery.
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First, you'll hear an automated message featuring additional options while your call is routed to your local 988 Lifeline network crisis center.

We'll play you a little music while we connect you to a skilled, trained crisis worker.

A trained crisis worker at your local center will answer the phone.

This person will listen to you, understand how your problem is affecting you, provide support, and get you the help you need.

988 Lifeline Center calls are free and confidential, and we're available 24/7.

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"With good mental health literacy, we learn how to take better care of ourselves, our loved ones and our communities. We are empowered and provided with the skills that we need to help us build better lives, better systems of care and a better society." ~ Wei & Kutcher 2018
GET LITERATE The Elementary Mental Health Literacy Resource (EMHLR) is a classroom-ready resource designed to support multiple school environments, including in-person, online and hybrid instruction. With character-driven and developmentally-informed materials, the EMHLR engages students to:
build and maintain positive mental health
decrease stigma surrounding mental illness
increase understanding of common mental disorders
improve help-seeking skills LEARN MORE The Mental Health and High School Curriculum Guide provides a complete set of evidence-based, online modular resources proven to increase the understanding of mental health and mental disorders, decrease the stigma of mental illness and enhance help-seeking efficacy among both students and teachers. LEARN MORE The first publication of its kind, providing
students with information on topics
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where to get help. LEARN MORE

What are Mental Disorders? What is Brain Injury? What is Stigma? We need to know as much about our minds as we do our bodies. Check out our videos on our YouTube channel to learn more.

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"With good mental health literacy, we learn how to take better care of ourselves, our loved ones and our communities. We are empowered and provided with the skills that we need to help us build better lives, better systems of care and a better society."

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Gives you a voice to do what's right. An anonymous app where you can report inappropriate behavior, bullying, hazing etc.

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Resources throughout Warren County on the following topics:

Mental Health and Counseling

Substance Use

Family and Youth Support

Public Health

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“You Are Not Alone” Campaign | Warren County, NJ