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Army Veteran Tom Voss: Advice for Other Veterans Suffering from PTSD and Moral Injury

Plain and simple: change comes from within.

Army Veteran Tom Voss Talks About the Differences Between PTSD and Moral Injury

Learn more about how PTSD and moral injury can run parallel to each other but also how they are actually quite different.

Brian Klassen, PhD: How Chaplains Can Help Veterans with PTSD and Moral Injury

Dr. Brian Klassen talks about how oftentimes the chaplain in the program is the first person that veterans with PTSD and moral injury open up to.

Mark Schimmelpfennig, MDiv: The Healing Power of Identifying Moral Injury to Treat PTSD

The healing power in identifying and naming moral injury to help veterans heal from post-traumatic stress (PTSD).

Mark Schimmelpfennig, MDiv: PTSD vs. Moral Injury or a Wound of the Soul or Spirit

The differences and similarities of moral injury and post-traumatic stress (PTSD) how Chaplain Mark Schimmelpfennig helps treat both through spiritual care.

Mark Schimmelpfennig, MDiv: Letting Go of Guilt by Building Context Around Traumatic Events

By building context around moral injury helps veterans and military service members heal from post traumatic stress (PTSD).

Stephanie Clark, LCPC, ATR-BC: Veterans share their public vs. private self through mask making

Art Therapist Stephanie Clark shares what the process of making paper masks is all about.

Stephanie Clark, LCPC, ATRBC: Why are some people nervous to try art therapy? How do you help them?

Art Therapist Stephanie Clark sitting in front of a wall of masks

Art Therapist Stephanie Clark shares why some people might be nervous or uncomfortable to try art therapy.

Stephanie Clark, LCPC, ATRBC:: Why is art therapy especially helpful for veterans?

Art Therapist Stephanie Clark shares why art therapy is especially helpful for veterans and military service members.

Stephanie Clark, LCPC, ATRBC: What is Art Therapy and why is it helpful?

Art Therapist Stephanie Clark shares what makes art therapy different than traditional talk therapies.

Stephanie Clark, LCPC, ATRBC: How is Art Therapy different in an Intensive Outpatient Program?

Art Therapist Stephanie Clark shares how art therapy is different in an Intensive Outpatient Program.

Stephanie Clark, LCPC, ATRBC: What do you say to those who do not want to make art?

Art Therapist Stephanie Clark has a way to encourage veterans, and anyone, who might not be interested in trying art therapy.

Caregivers Need to Focus on Self-Care to Help Their Loved Ones and Themselves Enjoy the Good Moments

Caregiver Jeanette Ezell talks about how difficult it is to take the time for self-care...

Coast Guard Veteran Kimberly Young-McLear, PhD: The Courage of Saying "I Matter"

Coast Guard Veteran Kimberly Young-McLear, PhD offers insight and advice to young people considering a career in the military.

USCG Veteran Kimberly Young-McLear, PhD: Negative and Positive Consequences of Being a Whistleblower

Coast Guard Veteran Kimberly Young-McLear, PhD talks about her work to help ensure that federal work environments are safe and inclusive for everyone.

Coast Guard Veteran Kimberly Young-McLear, PhD: Finding Resilience After Abuse and Criticism

A small white flower blooms through a crack in asphalt

How finding a community of support, enjoying music, and reveling in the company of her little poodle all help Kimberly Young-McLear, PhD, on her journey to heal.

Coast Guard Veteran Kimberly Young-McLear, PhD on Being a Public Servant and a Whistleblower

Kimberly Young-McLear raises her right hand to testify

After years of bullying, harassment, discrimination, and retaliation for a variety of reasons, she chose to expose the gross misuse of power in how the Coast Guard handled these issues.

The Inherent Uncertainty of Life After Brain Injury

David and his wife, wearing "Wild African Trek" vests, smile in front of a hippopotamus

If there’s one thing that is all but guaranteed after a brain injury, it’s uncertainty. So much of what we face as survivors is unique to the brain injury community. Brain injury is often — but not always — invisible to others and no two brain injuries are alike. The challenges I face are often different from those other survivors face. Often invisible, and always unpredictable, brain injury is a unique confluence of challenges.

What’s in a Name? That Which We Call a Caregiver Still Counts ...

When does the name “caregiver” matter? In my case, when you are trying to get services and care for your spouse and yourself.

Jenna Malone, Veteran Caregiver, Saved Her Marriage From PTSD

Isaac and Jenna Malone hug, smiling at the camera

Her husband was different when he came home from his deployment. Jenna married the love of her life, Isaac, in the United States Navy. He returned home from Afghanistan a changed man. Jenna started feeling stressed out herself.

Defining Passion: One Mind - The Healing Power of a PTSD Service Dog

U.S. Army veteran Victor Hurtado petting his service dog Holly on a sofa

Army veteran Victor Hurtado has had a very successful career as a musician, producer, and talent coach, but suffered from emotional challenges living with PTSD. It wasn’t until he met Holly that he began to find hope for greater happiness in his life.

Sport-induced traumatic brain injury: families reveal the ‘hell’ of living with the condition

"You’re just watching somebody you love disappear before your eyes and it’s hell."

Finding my Motivation, Holiday Edition

An Ugly Bedazzled Unicorn Holiday Sweater

But this is how I’ve been feeling about the holidays this year. I just don’t want to. There is so much going on at home, at work, and in the world, and it’s all weighing heavily on my mind. There is just too much!

The Importance of Self-Care During Difficult Times

David and his wife smiling in a restaurant, in front of red drapes

It is with profound sadness that I share that someone very dear to me is nearing death. In fact, he may not still be with us by the time this is published. As one of the most cherished relationships in my life, his imminent death is kicking the legs out from underneath me.

What is Neurofatigue? How does it affect people with brain injury (TBI)?

Find out what Neurofatigue is, what it feels like, and what you can do to help mitigate symptoms and start to feel better.