Provident therapist LaTanya Mackey was recently interviewed on Fox 2 and KMOV about the unique challenges faced by Black people during this period of social change. When talking about COVID-19, job loss, and videos of police violence, LaTanya had this to say: “It’s impacting people at a greater rate than the toxic stress we’re already experiencing, day-to-day, being Black in America.” Intake … Read More
PRIDE in Serving LGBTQIA+ Clients
Provident’s therapists are proud to serve the LGBTQIA+ population with individual therapy, couples counseling, and crisis services. Kathy Gouwens , LPC, recently posted a video on social media about her work with this client base: “Transgender clients have a difficult time finding people in the community to provide them with services and to feel included. It’s so important to me … Read More
Provident Behavioral Health helps African-Americans with mental health through pandemic and unrest
There are so many traumatic events we’re all dealing with right now, it’s hard to keep track. LaTaya Mackey, clinical site supervisor with Provident Behavioral Health, recently spoke with Fox 2’s Kim Hudson to share information that can help anyone struggling – but particularly Black people, who have been hit especially hard by COVID-19 and social unrest. Click here to view the full … Read More
Provident’s LCS Team Shares Life-Saving Information on Fox 2
Some people fear depression could be more life-threatening than any virus. People like Tyler Kasch are speaking out about it, talking online about the things most people hide. Kasch is documenting his depression on a Youtube series called ‘Moving Forward, Not Moving On.’ Provident Therapists Lauren Ochs and Daniel Dwyer were both part of a Fox 2 segment about … Read More
Your Mental Health Needs Attention During The Pandemic, Too — Here’s What You Can Do
The stay-at-home orders in place in our region are set to expire by the end of the month, but it’s likely they will be extended, as the coronavirus continues to spread. Even after the strictest measures lift, social distancing guidelines will continue to keep infections from flaring back up. These measures help combat the spread of the coronavirus, but they … Read More
We are here to help you
April 14, 2020 Provident Behavioral Health cares about you and your mental well-being. We recognize the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted our lives in ways we could not have imagined even two months ago. We also understand that talking about things like “social distancing” and “quarantining” is one thing, and practicing them is quite another. The impact of these social limitations … Read More
A Few Seconds of Serenity
Instead of focusing on what we’re missing right now, Provident challenges you to take a look at what we DO have to enjoy. Spring is blooming, we’re able to remotely connect with friends and family more easily than any time in human history, and we’ve been given an unprecedented opportunity to slow down and focus on what really matters … Read More
Mary Ryder Home COVID-19 Policies
This unprecedented time of response to COVID-19 may have sparked questions with friends and families about how we’re working to maintain the safety of the ladies who live at Mary Ryder Home. We want you to know, first and foremost, that the health of our seniors is our number one priority. Right now, our main focus is prevention. We are … Read More
Our Response to COVID-19
This unprecedented time of response to COVID-19 has left many of you wondering if there will be interruptions in your access to Provident’s behavioral health services. We want you to know, first and foremost, that we are thinking about you. There is no higher priority than the safety and wellbeing of our clients, our team, and every person who walks … Read More
Provident Announces New YP Board Leaders
Provident is excited to welcome our new YP Board officers, who will lead the group in their work to raise funds and promote our organization to the next generation of community leaders. Pictured left to right: Anne Elliott Edward Jones Fundraising Co-Chair Taylor Layton AB-InBev Board Development Chair Anne Milne Washington University Brown School Advocacy Chair James Mueller Midwest Regional … Read More