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If you follow my column you are probably aware that I am in
year 2 of my Master’s degree for Mental Health Counseling. This past week I
have spent some time in the Children’s Psychiatric Ward at a local hospital.
As I looked into the eyes of some very sad children, I could
feel their pain. I also saw some parents who seemed to be exhausted both
emotionally and physically; teeter-tottering in their child’s darkness (dipping
into hopelessness while trying very hard to hold on).
Experienced staff offered hope and tried to instill strength
by serving this population from the heart hopeful they will see the light and
open a path to healing. The energy was daunting because the stay for each child
is brief while the work critical to combat the severity of suicidal tendency.
It was hard to interface in this environment but as a shift
took place and I saw the brightness of the spirit come alive within, hope was
once again ignited.
I believe the path of each of these children will be
difficult but with loving support at home and community help, I have hope this
experience is one of growth that will be overcome and left in the past.
I applaud anyone who works with adolescents in Mental Health
Counseling. Thank you for your contribution to our world!
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