Tag: mentalhealth
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SOOP aka Cat Carrión: Art for All
“Art, done by the subject, is the truest window into any world. Wordlessly, you are forced to consider the subject/imagery at hand. It is human nature to contextualize what is being provided and apply it to your life- how would you feel if this, whatever it may be, was happening to you?” – Cat Those…
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The Midnight Oil: Queer All Year
When I asked Evan Farbo, owner and creator of The Midnight Oil, about their plans for Pride Month, I received a very simple answer: “Exist.” (They also have a booth at Saturday’s Pride celebration—don’t worry!) It’s important to remember that while celebrating Pride Month can seem like a special occasion or an out-of-the-norm event, it…
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Alexis Zink: Mental Health Awareness Month
I have partnered with Alexis Zink, a local licensed professional counselor, for a special “Mental Health Awareness Month” (MHAM) feature. Alexis is a great example of a mental health services professional who embodies the elements that MHAM strives to convey. Her qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Women and Gender Studies from…