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How to Implement Behavioral Activation in Your Life
Posted on: Tuesday, June 27, 2023
Many people seek therapy when their mental health becomes unmanageable, such as when they or their family members begin noticing the symptoms they are facing cause significant distress or impairment in their social or occupational functioning.
» Read moreSecond Annual Bridge to Hope Affair Surpasses Inaugural Success
Posted on: Thursday, May 11, 2023
Brook Lane raised a net total of $58,207 during the 2nd Annual Bridge to Hope Fundraising Event on Saturday April 29th, 2023.
» Read moreJocelyn Hauer Joins Marketing Team
Posted on: Thursday, May 11, 2023
Jocelyn M. Hauer has joined the Brook Lane staff as Digital Marketing Manager. “Being a part of the Brook Lane team is exciting because I get to work with such a caring and dedicated group of people,” says Jocelyn.
» Read moreDr. Michael Hann Selected as Physician of the Year
Posted on: Thursday, May 11, 2023
The Daily Record has selected Brook Lane’s Chief Medical Officer, Michael Hann, MD, MBA, CPE, FACHE, FAPA as a 2023 Health Care Hero.
» Read moreFrom Rock Bottom to “Being Larry” Again
Posted on: Monday, April 3, 2023
About 2 1/2 years ago, Larry Jones hit rock bottom and felt like his life was over. He didn’t think that he had anything to look forward to. Larry, 75, has struggled with a diagnosis of severe depression for 30 years. Over the past 20 years, he has tried various depression medications with little to no relief.
» Read moreMeet Art Castro
Posted on: Thursday, March 23, 2023
Arturo “Art” Castro, Employee Support/Training Coordinator at Brook Lane, works in the Human Resources department. Art helps new mental health associates (MHAs) and behavior specialists during their first four months of employment. He observes what they do, finds ways to help and offers advice during the onboarding/orientation period. Art is also responsible for ensuring new hires and current staff are trained properly in the Therapeutic Intervention Program (TIP) for crisis intervention, basic...
» Read moreBrook Lane Enhances Employee Safety with Healthcare Safety Solution Commure Strongline
Posted on: Tuesday, March 14, 2023
HAGERSTOWN, MD – Brook Lane, Inc., a mental and behavioral health care facility with locations in Washington and Frederick counties, has deployed new safety technology in the hospital, administration building, maintenance shop, Partial Hospitalization Programs, all three outpati
» Read moreLevi Bucher joins Brook Lane as Controller
Posted on: Thursday, February 9, 2023
Levi Bucher, CPA joined the Brook Lane Finance Department as Controller in November. He works closely with our Chief Financial Officer and manages the accounting and patient accounts staff. Levi manages cash flow, monitors internal controls, focuses on minimizing financial risk and helps to ensure financial compliance.
» Read moreHow Mindfulness Can Help Improve Your Mental Health
Posted on: Thursday, November 17, 2022
If you have ever been in therapy, read a self-help book, or engaged in some sort of religious or spiritual practice, chances are that you have heard of mindfulness. But even if you recognize the term, you may still be unclear about the what, why and how of mindfulness. Considering the abundance of research on the benefits of mindfulness, it’s worth learning more, and perhaps integrating a mindfulness practice into your life.
» Read moreCathy's Story: "I credit Brook Lane with saving my life."
Posted on: Friday, October 21, 2022
Cathy’s life has been filled with much anxiety and trauma. Starting at the age of five, she was sexually abused by her older brother and several other boys that were friends of her family. She never shared this with anyone for fear of what might happen. She carried the trauma of these horrible experiences with her into adulthood, unfortunately choosing a husband who also was abusive. Their marriage was tumultuous. After discovering his multiple affairs and being both sexually and mentally...
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