Effective

Individual, couples, and family therapy to help you address and resolve issues and see positive changes in your life.

Professional

100% confidential, HIPAA-compliant counseling & therapy from top-notch, licensed and experienced Deaf counselors.

Convenient

In-office sessions or secure videophone & web-based therapy in the comfort of your home, workplace, or on the road.

Affordable

Payment by many insurance plans, EAPs, and vocational rehabilitation programs; sliding fee scale available.

Our Founders

Dr. Candace A. McCulloughFounder, Partner, Senior Therapist
Dr. McCullough is Deaf, holds a PhD in clinical psychology, a MA in Psychology and a MA in Mental Health Counseling. She has a license in thRead more
Sharon Duchesneau, LCPCFounder, Partner, Senior Therapist
Ms. Duchesneau is a Maryland, District of Columbia, and Virginia licensed Deaf counselor and also holds certifications as an Approved ClinicRead more
Tanya Wyatt, LMSWLicensed Clinical Social Worker
Ms. Wyatt is a Michigan licensed social worker, who was the first Black Deaf woman to graduate with an MSW from the Advanced Social Work proRead more
Carrie MichaelsCarrie Michaels, LMFTLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Ms. Michaels is a California licensed Deaf Mexican-American therapist, who also holds certification as a Distance Credentialed Counselor.  ARead more
Dan Langholtz, LCSWLicensed Clinical Social Worker
Daniel Langholtz is a Deaf Licensed Clinical Social Worker, based in California.  He first obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Social Work froRead more
Suzanne Dennis, LSCSWClinical Social Worker
Ms. Dennis is a Deaf clinical social worker licensed in Kansas and Missouri. She obtained her BA in Criminology from Gallaudet University anRead more
Madie Davis-Shelton, LCSW-CLicensed Clinical Social Worker
Ms. Davis-Shelton is a Deaf clinical social worker, licensed in the District of Columbia. She received her Master’s degree from the School oRead more
Sheli Barber, LPCCLicensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Ms. Barber is a Deaf counselor, licensed in California and Washington. She obtained her Master’s degree in mental health counseling from GalRead more
Lisa Foster, LCPCLicensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Ms. Foster is a Deaf counselor, licensed in Illinois. She obtained her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Gallaudet UniversityRead more
Kimberly Niebler
Kimberly Niebler is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin. Having worked in the counseling field since 2010, Kimberly received herRead more

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Counseling Done Differently

Deaf Counseling Center is a Deaf-owned and operated therapy, counseling, coaching, assessments and psychiatric and consulting practice staffed by Deaf licensed professional therapists. It is always Deaf Counseling Center’s goal to offer accessible Deaf therapy services nationwide. We specialize in working with Deaf people and their families and are committed to:

  • Providing safe, confidential, and nonjudgmental therapy services
  • Creating a culturally sensitive counseling/therapy and Deaf-friendly environment for Deaf clients and their families
  • Ensuring effective communication through American Sign Language
  • Enhancing lives through empowerment and positive change
  • Offering national Deaf therapy services to all states in United States

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How many counseling or therapy centers in the U.S. have been in business for 20 years, specialize in working with Deaf people and are staffed FULLY by licensed Deaf therapists?

A.

One. You are looking at us! Deaf Counseling Center offers national Deaf therapy services. We have been providing both in-office and teletherapy counseling services since 2001.

Why Choose Us

How We Can Help

Our Approach

The first psychotherapists to conceptualize a Deaf-centered framework of therapy and the first to establish a counseling practice grounded in a Deaf-centered philosophy.
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Why Choose Us

National experts specifically trained  in counseling Deaf people, providing direct therapy services in American Sign Language through a one-stop center.
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Counseling Services

Comprehensive psychological and consulting services for Deaf people and their families, from therapeutic support groups to crisis intervention and one-on-one counseling.
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Counselor Preference

Out of roughly 1,000 Deaf people polled, 85% prefer a Deaf counselor or therapist over a hearing counselor or therapist.

Deaf people overwhelmingly prefer to work with a Deaf counselor. The McCullough and Duchesneau (2014) finding is similar to that of the Steinberg, A.G., Sullivan, V.J., & Loew, R.C. (1998) study, which found that out of 54 Deaf participants, 72% preferred a Deaf counselor and 15% preferred a hearing counselor.

McCullough, C.A., & Duchesneau. S.M. (2014, October 20). Counselor preference [Web survey]. Retrieved from http://www.surveymonkey.com/results/SM-TPSMZVXL/

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Oregon Lacks Mental Health Resources

Most people don’t receive adequate treatment because of poor interpretation services Raymond Rendleman The Lund Report March 31, 2010 -- Dea
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Parenting/ADHD Workshops

Workshops for Deaf People: For those of you in the Maryland/DC area, here is a flyer from the Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA). Click on
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ASL in Academia

ASL = English: ASC is pleased to see the trend of more Deaf professionals taking advantage of the internet and technology to formally presen
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A Letter from a Deaf Lawyer for Non-LPC Deaf Counselors

As many of you already know, Deaf counselors are few and far between. The reason for this, in part, may be due to the fact that the national
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Seeking Deaf FTM Individuals

As many of you already know, ASC is a strong advocate of Deaf researchers. Here's an opportunity to participate a Deaf-run study for those w
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12-Step and Support Meetings via WebCam

Technology = Accessibility: Here's a new twist on 12-step meetings. Deaf Off Drugs and Alcohol (DODA) is now offering meetings for Deaf folk
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Deaf Alcoholics Anonymous Group in Frederick, MD

New Deaf Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Group: Many Deaf people find it difficult, if not impossible, to find an accessible Alcoholics Anonymous
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How Long Can I Expect to be in Therapy?

Vlog Summary: This depends on a number of things. Some people feel they have reached a desired understanding and change in their lives after
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How Often are Appointments Scheduled?

Vlog Summary: Most people go to therapy once a week, while others may go twice a week. Having twice-weekly appointments does not necessarily
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Isn’t Psychotherapy for People Who are Weak or Crazy?

Vlog Summary: Think about all the different consultants in our society. There are financial planners, lawyers, doctors, nutritionists, perso
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How is Psychotherapy Different from Talking with Friends and Family?

Vlog Summary: Many people wonder what psychotherapists can offer them that their closest friends and family members cannot. There are many t
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No Cut Policy for Sports in Deaf Schools

Part One Part Two Vlog Summary: New research findings related to sports psychology and child development have resulted in more progressive-t
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Deaf People’s Knowledge and Views Related to Mental Health

What Do These Numbers Mean?: Here's an interesting data table from a research study on Deaf mental health consumers done back in 1998. One a
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What is Psychotherapy?

Vlog Summary: Psychotherapy, also referred to as counseling or therapy, is a special process designed to help Deaf people work through any n
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The Facts about Bipolar Disorder

Vlog Summary: Bipolar disorder is a term that is once again receiving a great deal of attention on television, in newspapers, and even in th
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In with Family, Out with Steps, Halves, & Adoptees

Vlog Summary: The holidays often mean families, and the words we use to describe our family relationships say a lot. Some families make a po
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Deficit Thinker vs. Deficit Thinking

Vlog Summary: The past week has seen a heated debate over the issue of deficit thinking, with many vlogs and blogs contributing to a healthy
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Understanding Panic Attacks

Vlog Summary: Candace A. McCullough explains the basics of panic attacks. Panic attacks can be very frightening experiences, with symptoms t
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Blog Response to Aidan Mack: Racism and White Privilege

Ending racism in the Deaf community is a goal many people share. We at ASC would like to take a moment to respond to Aidan Mack’s vlog, “Cal
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We Don’t Need Group Punishment

Vlog Summary: Group punishment is still happening in some Deaf schools, in classrooms and on sports teams, even though research shows it is
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Hearing Researchers: Why Do They Study Deaf People?

Vlog Summary: Opening a dialogue in the Deaf community, Candace A. McCullough brings up several complex issues related to hearing researcher
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Communication Abuse and Deaf People

Vlog Summary: Struck by a Norwegian professional's use of the description "bordering on child abuse" to describe denying children access to
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Victim No More

Vlog Summary: Candace A. McCullough shares her perspective on the debate over which ASL sign to use for the word "victim". A close look at t
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Deaf Adults Raising Cyber-Savvy Children

Vlog Summary: In response to readers' requests for ASC to address cyberbullying, Sharon Duchesneau emphasizes the crucial need for Deaf pare
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When Worrying is Too Much: Spring 2007 ASC Newsletter

Anxiety Gone Overboard: The Spring 2007 ASC Newsletter is available now. Check it out to learn how to tell the difference between normal wor
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The Secret: Self-help Snake Oil

Vlog Summary: Candace A. McCullough reveals how "The Secret" is a modern-day version of snake oil. The vlog discusses the history of snake o
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Psychological Implications of the Death Penalty

Daphne Wright Trial: The recent Daphne Wright trial has brought the issue of the death penalty to the forefront of the Deaf community, ignit
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Review of “Till Domestic Violence Does Us Part”

One of a Kind: It’s not very often that a Deaf-friendly film comes along, written, directed, produced, and acted entirely by Deaf people.
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Media Psychology: Bob’s SLCC Vlog

Gallaudet University Public Relations Analyzed: Sharon Duchesneau takes a look at media psychology techniques at work in the most recent Bob
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A Valentine’s Day ASL Poem for You


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Football and Your Relationship: More in Common than You Might Think

Happy Super Bowl Sunday!
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Does Videophone Counseling Work?

Sharon Duchesneau answers a frequently asked question about videophone counseling for Deaf people. To cite: Duchesneau, S. (2007, January 26
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Family Therapy: Deaf or Hearing Professional?

ASC Vlog: Candace McCullough discusses the empowering message reflected in the choice of a Deaf psychotherapist for a hearing family with a
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Taste Test for Depression

Trial-and-Error: Finding the best medication to treat someone with depression has often required a trial-and-error approach. Ten people can
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The Cool Factor: Parents of Deaf Teens and Alcohol

Deaf Teens and Alcohol: What Every Parent Needs to Know! TONIGHT Wednesday, December 6, 2006 Maryland School for the Deaf Frederick Campus E
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‘Tis Not Always a Joyous Season

A Cause for Concern: Did you know that for women who experience domestic violence, the weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas are the most
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The Meaning of Colors

Color Psychology: Do you think colors affect emotions, appetites, or energy levels? Plenty of people seem to think so, as evident from all t
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Childhood Sexual Abuse: Deaf Women Needed for Research

Call for Participants: If you are a Deaf woman who was sexually molested as a child by your brother, you may be interested in participating
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The First Feast: A Child’s ASL Vlog


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Happy Thanksgiving from ASC

Bringing Issues to the Table: The November ASC Newsletter is out, featuring articles on expressing gratitude, coping with eating disorders,
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Deaf Women’s Support Group

Coming Next Month: ASC's licensed psychotherapist, Sharon Duchesneau, will be leading another Deaf Women's Support Group in Washington D.C.
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Breasts on a Plane

For Every Step Forward: So far this month, we've seen Deaf artist Matt Daigle's wonderfully designed breastfeeding logo win a national conte
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Say NO to Deaf Guilt

Guilt Defined: Guilt is usually described as "the sense of right or wrong". As an emotion, it suggests conscience - that little angel sittin
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Erasing Memories

Begone, Bad Memories: How would you like to erase some of your memories, perhaps zapping away the more painful moments in your life, never t
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What’s up with the Big-D in Deaf?

The Capitalization Question: Not long ago, a reader asked us why we use the capitalized version of Deaf in our blog and website. This questi
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Hiding Behind the Mask of Professionalism

An Open Letter from Alternative Solutions Center (ASC) Hiding Behind the Mask of Professionalism October 12, 2006 Dear Colleagues in the Men
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Dr Seuss on Equality and Justice

Equality and Justice I know, up on top you are seeing great sights, But down at the bottom we, too, should have rights. -- Yertle the Turtle
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Just the Blues? Or is it Depression?

Depression and Deaf People: We recently had several requests to do a post specifically on depression and Deaf people. Depression is somethin
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Rethinking the Sign for Therapy

Another Vlog from ASC: Sharon Duchesneau shares her perspective on the potential negative implications of the ASL sign for "therapy" or "cou
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Mental Health Concerns in Our Deaf Community: The Roots Grow Deep

What Exactly is Mental Health?: Mental health equals emotional well-being. It means feeling good about yourself, the people around you, your
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Do You Smell What I Smell?: Deaf People’s Noses

The Overlooked Sense: Ask people which of their senses they'd be willing to give up first - chances are, it's the sense of smell. Either tha
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The Healing Power of Tears

Not Just Drops of Water: Here's an interesting finding. Frey compared the chemical make-ups of tears caused by eye irritants such as sliced
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Simple Solution

Jackson went to a psychiatrist. "Doc," he said, " I've got trouble. Every time i get into bed I think there's somebody under it. I get under
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Take No Deaf Prisoners (Unfairly)

Not In My Backyard: "Prison fully accessible (in ASL and English) to Deaf inmates" finished at the bottom of this week's Laurent, South Dako
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Deaf Adults and Self-Esteem: How We Have Changed

Evolving Definitions: Here's an interesting psychology-related tidbit to think about. In their book, Deaf People: Evolving Perspectives from
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Dr. Seuss On Diversity

We see them come. We see them go. Some are fast. And some are slow. Some are high. And some are low. Not one of them is like another. Don't
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Deafhood and Feminism

ASC's First Vlog: In response to many requests from our readers, we decided to post our first vlog attempt today. What are some parallels be
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Sorry, Hannah, You Can’t Study Albert Einstein

Believe It or Not: Sexism still exists in classrooms today, and we wonder - is anyone paying attention? Consider these scenarios that we rec
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All Homework and No Play

Is Homework Worth It?: According to an article in the Washington Post, one of the nation's leading researchers on homework has once again co
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Goofy Goes to Therapy!


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Aging in the Deaf Community

Growing Older: Check out ASC's September Newsletter to read two great articles about aging. The first article challenges us to embrace aging
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Double Stigma: Coming Out When Your Family is Hearing

In or Out: Compared to 50 years ago, coming out as lesbian, gay, bi, or transgendered (LGBT) has probably never been easier. Although, sadly
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Remembering 9/11: 5 Years Later

Anniversary Date Reactions: September 11th, a day of collective remembrance and emotions for our nation. Many people who suffered direct los
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Growing Pains in the Blogosphere

Learning as We Go: If you are a regular reader of the ASC on the Couch blog, you may have experienced problems accessing our blogsite recent
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Are Deaf People’s Brains Wired Differently?

Not to Compare Apples and Oranges, But...: Someone asked us if it is true that Deaf and hearing people's brains are wired differently. See b
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Why One Should Not Compare Apples to Oranges: Deaf Students and Hearing Students

Back to School: With September underway, Deaf students are once again heading back to schools and universities and once again, on the front
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Sticks and Stones: Bullying and Deaf People

What's So Unique about Bullying and Deaf People?: What's the first thought that comes to mind when you see the words "bullying" and "Deaf"?
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Mental Health Interpreting Institute

Great Opportunity: Coming up next month is the Montgomery, Alabama, Mental Health Interpreting Institute 2006. Scheduled for September 12-17
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Walking on Eggshells: Deaf and Hearing in Consultation

Tiptoeing Around the Topic: Without a doubt, one of the most sensitive issues in the Deaf community today is the role of hearing professiona
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It’s That Time of the Year Again

A Time for Renewal: Practicing what we preach about taking time off from work to refresh mind and body, ASC begins our annual summer vacatio
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Go West: San Diego Deaf Group Home Job Opening

Looking for a Job?: San Diego Youth and Community Services (SDYCS) will be opening a Deaf group home in January 2007. We heard from a collea
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A Cause for Celebration


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Kudos to a Deaf Professor

An Inspiration in Our Field: A warm congratulations goes out to Dr. Irene W. Leigh, who is this year’s recipient of the American Psychologic
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Off the Couch and Onto the Treadmill

A Different Take on Therapy: Not everyone is keen on sitting face-to-face with a therapist for a traditional therapy session and it's not al
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To Sign or Speak: The KODA Question

KODA Families: Following up on yesterday's post on Deaf-hearing relationships, today we turn the spotlight onto KODA families. Short for Kid
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Deaf-Hearing Relationships: Happily Ever After?

An Old Question: Once again up for debate is the seemingly age-old question: Can Deaf-hearing relationships work? Bloggers, including this o
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The Wolf on the Couch


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Chasing Happiness

World Map of Happiness: Adrian White, a British analytic social psychologist at the University of Leicester, has published the first world m
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The Pysholcgoy of Lganugae

Something to Ponder: Aoccdrnig to rscheearch at Cmabrigde uinervtisy, it deosn’t mttaer in waht oredr the ltteers in a wrod are, the olny ip
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First Tell Me Why You Need to Know This

Collecting Demographic Information: If you have ever tried to collect demographic information about the membership of an organization, progr
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Til Domestic Violence Do Us Part: A Promising Deaf Film

Domestic Violence in the Deaf Community: There's a good chance that someone you know is a victim of domestic violence. Approximately 28% of
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What Do Cereal Boxes Have to Do with Deaf People?

Snap, Crackle & Pop!: This announcement about raising autism awareness by printing public service messages on cereal boxes came into our
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Gardening as Therapy

Green Thumbs Up for Mental Health Benefits: When many people think of therapy, they are likely to imagine a therapist and client having a co
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Fly the Friendly Skies?

No Boarding Pass for You: If you’re a Deaf traveler flying on your own in Thailand anytime soon, Thai AirAsia will not let you aboard. Just
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New Decree on Hospital Access to Interpreters

Less Stress = Better Health: Good news from the Department of Justice. Laurel Regional Hospital in Maryland just signed a consent decree in
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Who Defines What is Academic?

Sharon’s Frustrating Week Defining the ADA: What an experience I had at my doctoral program’s summer session last week. I am currently enrol
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Positive Psychology

A Different View of Psychology: For years, psychology has had a reputation of digging into people's psyches, probing their pasts and coaxing
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FTM’s Firsthand Experience of Bias

Women in Science Face Biases: Yesterday's Washington Post features a story about a neurobiologist who had a sex-change operation, switching
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ASC Voted as a Best Resource

We are Proud to Announce: Our ASC website has been voted a top rated mental health resource by Psych Central viewers. Since setting up our w
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Deaf Schools vs. Inclusion

The Irony of "Inclusion": Here's an article on Deaf schools from our northern neighbors. In the same way as in the United States, Canadian D
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Psychiatric Service Dogs

Healing Hounds: Service dogs have been around for years, with most of them accompanying blind, mobility impaired, and even some Deaf people.
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San Diego Conference on Deaf Domestic Violence: Call for Papers

Coming November 3-4, 2006: San Diego Deaf Mental Health Services has put out a call for proposals for its upcoming fall conference. If you w
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Purchase of National Deaf Academy

Sold: In the news this week, the Florida-based National Deaf Academy (NDA) has been purchased by Psychiatric Solutions, Inc. (PSI). A reside
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How Old is Old Enough?

Home Alone: We often have parents ask us when it is okay to start leaving their children home by themselves. It depends on what state you li
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Freudian Yip

The FDA approved a Prozac-type drug for dogs who are depressed. This is good, because it is hard for dogs to get therapy, since they're neve
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Once Deaf, Always Deaf


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Slow Deaf Child

Deaf Children = Wild Animals?: You've probably seen those yellow signs by the roadside that announce "SLOW Deaf Child" or "Caution: Deaf Chi
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You Are Being Watched

The Eyes Have It: People have always been fascinated by eyes. Quotes such as "the eyes are the mirror of the soul" and "you are the apple of
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Isms are Everywhere: Sexism, Racism, Audism

Would They Ask This About an All-Male Anchor Team?: ABC's Good Morning America announced yesterday that Diane Sawyer and Robin Roberts will
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Online Conference Announcement

Mental Health and Deaf People: For interested colleagues and Deaf individuals, click here for information about an upcoming international on
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A Home for Deaf Foster Children

A Positive Move: There is good news for Deaf foster children in San Diego, California. The County has announced that it will set up a group
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Who Decides What is Normal and What is Not?

The Big Book: Following up on this week's earlier postings on labeling, today we thought we'd take a look at the DSM, the hefty 943-page wid
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Label Jars, Not People

What's in a label?: Labels are everywhere. We label people by gender, race, sexual orientation, body size, personality, politics, and so on.
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Intersex and Cochlear Implant Surgeries

What Do Intersex and Cochlear Implant Surgeries Have in Common? Last summer we had a learning experience when we attended the American Psych
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Majority Privileges

Identity and Privilege: Understanding White Privilege is a book that has made us think a lot about our own privileges and power as white peo
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Cotton Balls in Ears

A Desire to be Deaf: Here is an interesting case of a hearing woman with such a compelling desire to be Deaf that she resorted to putting co
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Jumping Through Hoops Part II

What Does "Qualified" Mean Anyway?: Yesterday's post brings us to another gripe with insurance companies and their in-network lists. When th
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Jumping Through Hoops with Insurance Companies

An Unfair Practice: Another day, another round of emails with an insurance company, trying to get an authorization for a prospective client'
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Anxiety: Does It Keep You from Seeing Happy Faces?

Happy Faces: A study that shows that the more anxiety people have, the more difficult it is for them to recognize happy faces. This makes se
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Implicit Associations

The Stoop Effect in Our Daily Lives: Thinking about interference (see Stroop Effect post on June 9th) and what it really means for us in our
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Interference: The Stroop Effect

Don't read the words on the right--just say the colors they're printed in, and do this aloud as fast as you can. You're in for a surprise! I
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