# mental health support (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover mental health support. Page: Feed: --- ## [Vita Activa & the Digital Security Helpline join forces to support mental health and digital safety for activists](https://www.accessnow.org/mental-health-digital-safety-for-activists/?pk_campaign=feed&pk_kwd=mental-health-digital-safety-for-activists) _2026-08-13 · Luis Barrueto · Access Now_ Access Now's Digital Security Helpline and Vita Activa offer holistic digital safety and mental health support for activists. The post Vita Activa & the Digital Security Helpline join forces to support mental health and digital safety for activists appeared first on Access Now . ## [#KeepItOn @10: celebrating a decade of fighting internet shutdowns](https://www.accessnow.org/keepiton-10-years-fighting-internet-shutdowns/?pk_campaign=feed&pk_kwd=keepiton-10-years-fighting-internet-shutdowns) _2026-08-11 · Felicia Anthonio · Access Now_ Internet shutdowns have to stop. As Access Now marks the 10th anniversary of the #KeepItOn campaign in 2026, we’re reflecting on the path travelled so far — and the journey still to come as we continue to fight to #KeepItOn around the world. The post #KeepItOn @10: celebrating a decade of fighting internet shutdowns appeared first on Access Now . ## [#KeepItOn: authorities in Zambia must resist hitting the kill switch during upcoming elections](https://www.accessnow.org/press-release/keepiton-zambia-must-resist-hitting-the-kill-switch-during-upcoming-elections/) _2026-08-05 · Amina Khan · Access Now_ Access Now and the #KeepItOn coalition — a global network of over 370 organizations from 106 countries working to end internet shutdowns, through an open letter, are urging Zambian authorities to ensure unfettered access to the internet throughout the upcoming election. The post #KeepItOn: authorities in Zambia must resist hitting the kill switch during upcoming elections appeared first on Access… ## [#KeepItOn: Government of Zambia must uphold human rights and ensure unrestricted internet access throughout the upcoming elections](https://www.accessnow.org/press-release/keepiton-zambia-internet-access-upcoming-elections/) _2026-08-05 · Felicia Anthonio · Access Now_ We, the undersigned organizations and members of the #KeepItOn coalition — a global network of over 370 organizations from 106 countries working to end internet shutdowns — appeal to you, President Hakainde Hichilema, to ensure that people in Zambia have unfettered access to the internet, digital platforms, and all other communication channels throughout the upcoming elections on August 13, 2026.… ## [Joint statement on surveillance and interception in Bangladesh](https://www.accessnow.org/press-release/joint-statement-on-surveillance-and-interception-in-bangladesh/) _2026-08-04 · Amina Khan · Access Now_ The post Joint statement on surveillance and interception in Bangladesh appeared first on Access Now . ## [Oral statement at the United Nations Global Mechanism on ICT Security](https://www.accessnow.org/publication/oral-statement-at-the-united-nations-global-mechanism-on-ict-security/) _2026-07-23 · Laura O'Brien · Access Now_ The post Oral statement at the United Nations Global Mechanism on ICT Security appeared first on Access Now . ## [Privacy and human rights award 2026](https://www.accessnow.org/press-release/privacy-and-human-rights-award-2026/) _2026-07-17 · Amina Khan · Access Now_ The post Privacy and human rights award 2026 appeared first on Access Now . ## [The game is up: how MENA’s social media regulations silence and control](https://www.accessnow.org/mena-social-media-censorship/?pk_campaign=feed&pk_kwd=mena-social-media-censorship) _2026-07-16 · Aymen Zaghdoudi · Access Now_ MENA's social media regulations give the appearance of legitimacy but threaten to increase state censorship and control. The post The game is up: how MENA’s social media regulations silence and control appeared first on Access Now . ## [Not AI for Good](https://www.accessnow.org/event/not-ai-for-good/) _2026-07-15 · Giulio Coppi · Access Now_ Session description: This civil society-led counter-event to the AI for Good Global Summit takes a critical look at the overhyped role of AI in solving humanity’s long-standing problems, and at The post Not AI for Good appeared first on Access Now . ## [Resisting anti-rights attacks on the LGBTQ+ movement in the digital age](https://www.accessnow.org/event/resisting-the-anti-rights-attacks-on-the-lgbtq-movement-in-the-digital-age/) _2026-07-08 · Jaimee Kokonya · Access Now_ Session description: The rise of the anti-rights movement is accelerating the criminalization of LGBTQ+ people and identity in Africa. In Senegal, the government’s amendment of Article 319 of Senegal’s Penal The post Resisting anti-rights attacks on the LGBTQ+ movement in the digital age appeared first on Access Now . ## [Crypto Payments, No Custody (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/B8bXAW89OWp7) _2026-07-08 · **Sponsored**_ Send crypto to merchant wallets via API with real-time updates and automatic fees. ## [Sonar Q3’25 Updates: Smarter Support, Stronger Systems](https://sonarmentalhealth.substack.com/p/sonar-q325-updates-smarter-support) _2025-11-12 · Tatyana · Sonar Mental Health_ Over the past quarter, we focused on making Sonar more reliable, insightful, and effortless to use. ## [Navigating Different Realities: Do Neurotypicals See Different Context?](https://shaylynnraymond.com/navigating-different-realities-do-neurotypicals-see-different-context/) _2025-09-16 · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond, LCT-C_ Neurotypicals generally process and perceive context differently than many neurodivergent individuals, particularly those on the autism spectrum. This isn’t a matter of one group being more or less perceptive, but rather a fundamental difference in how their brains prioritize and synthesize information. The core distinction lies in what’s known as “top-down” versus “bottom-up” processing.… ## [Decoding the Unseen: Understanding and Navigating Caetextia](https://shaylynnraymond.com/decoding-the-unseen-understanding-and-navigating-caetextia/) _2025-09-16 · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond, LCT-C_ Have you ever found yourself in a conversation, reading an email, or watching a social interaction and felt like you were missing a crucial piece of information? Like everyone else understood the unspoken rules, the hidden meanings, or the underlying emotional currents, but you didn’t? This experience, where the subtle nuances and surrounding information that… Read more The post Decoding the… ## [What Students Really Think About AI (and Why We Should Listen)](https://sonarmentalhealth.substack.com/p/what-students-really-think-about) _2025-09-16 · Tatyana · Sonar Mental Health_ Teens aren’t blindly optimistic or reckless. They’re sharp and witty; and critical of AI’s risks and promises. At Sonar, we see this every day through our Changemakers program, where students co-design our product and keep us honest. ## [Supporting Student Mental Health During Back-to-School: A Guide for Parents and Educators](https://sonarmentalhealth.substack.com/p/supporting-student-mental-health) _2025-08-14 · Tatyana · Sonar Mental Health_ Five simple strategies to support your child’s mental health during the back-to-school transition ## [Sonar Q2’25 Updates: Better Messaging, Better Performance, Better Security](https://sonarmentalhealth.substack.com/p/sonar-q225-updates-better-messaging) _2025-08-12 · Tatyana · Sonar Mental Health_ We’re excited to share the latest Q2 updates, focused on delivering faster, more reliable, and more secure communication between students and Sonny. ## [Understanding Therapy Across Canada: Licensing, Accessibility, and Ethical Concerns](https://shaylynnraymond.com/understanding-therapy-across-canada-licensing-accessibility-and-ethical-concerns/) _2025-07-27 · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond, LCT-C_ Navigating mental health care in Canada can sometimes feel complex, especially when it comes to understanding how therapists are regulated and where they can practice. For individuals seeking support, it’s crucial to know that many qualified professionals are accessible, and for practitioners, understanding inter-provincial guidelines is key to ethical practice. As an LCT-C (Licensed Counselling…… ## [Insurance Covered Therapy](https://shaylynnraymond.com/insurance-covered-therapy/) _2025-07-27 · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond, LCT-C_ Psychotherapy/Counselling are often covered by insurance. Therapy sessions are $150 each (tax and fees included). Some insurance companies require you to pay directly and then submit your receipt for reimbursal. In this case you must pay 100% of the session. Many insurance companies are now accepting direct billing for psychotherapy/counselling, and your plan may be… Read more The post Insurance… ## [Navigating Private Therapy in New Brunswick: Your Guide to Accessing Mental Health Support](https://shaylynnraymond.com/navigating-private-therapy-in-new-brunswick-your-guide-to-accessing-mental-health-support/) _2025-07-27 · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond, LCT-C_ In New Brunswick, accessing mental health support has evolved, offering a range of private therapy options alongside publicly funded services. For many, private therapy provides an opportunity for more immediate access, specialized care, and a greater degree of choice in their therapeutic journey. This article will explore how private therapy operates in the province, covering… Read more The post… ## [The 2024-25 School Year with Sonar: Results and Impact](https://sonarmentalhealth.substack.com/p/the-2024-25-school-year-with-sonar) _2025-06-26 · Sonar Mental Health_ Mental Health Impact Data Across 10 District Partnerships ## [Open directory of blogs for agents (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ILWHw0JNVMEZ) _2025-06-26 · **Sponsored**_ Submit URLs or OPML; receive feed pages with summaries, plus JSON/OPML/plain text ## [Are Our Devices Spying on Our Therapy Sessions With Clients?](https://shaylynnraymond.com/are-our-devices-spying-on-our-therapy-sessions-with-clients/) _2025-06-24 · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond, LCT-C_ Whether you’re in an in-person therapy clinic where you see clients one on one or in your own office at home providing virtual therapy, there may be a breach of confidentiality hiding in your midst. As a web-developer turned virtual therapist, I’m always considering the ethics of cybersecurity (check out the video below on a… Read more The post Are Our Devices Spying on Our Therapy Sessions With… ## [Data Security, AI, and Over-Stepping Apps as a Threat to Therapist-Client Confidentiality](https://shaylynnraymond.com/data-security-ai-and-over-stepping-apps-as-a-threat-to-therapist-client-confidentiality/) _2025-06-22 · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond, LCT-C_ If you think you’re safe from data security breaches or from social media apps trying to link you with clients, you might be wrong… When scrolling through Tik Tok one day I had an incredibly uncomfortable feeling as a practitioner. Right there in my suggested followers was a client of mine. To make matters incredibly… Read more The post Data Security, AI, and Over-Stepping Apps as a Threat to… ## [A Therapist’s View on MLMs and Their Predatory Nature](https://shaylynnraymond.com/a-therapists-view-on-mlms-and-their-predatory-nature/) _2025-06-22 · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond, LCT-C_ I am a licensed counsellor in New Brunswick, Canada. I am also an army spouse—and so many of our community are victims to the MLM world. I’ve always been anti-mlm and would roll my eyes at Avon far longer than anybody else, despite knowing numerous people who were selling or buying Avon religiously. I have… Read more The post A Therapist’s View on MLMs and Their Predatory Nature appeared first on… ## [The ELEPHANT in the room… why is therapy SO expensive?](https://shaylynnraymond.com/the-elephant-in-the-room-why-is-therapy-so-expensive/) _2025-06-22 · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond, LCT-C_ You might be surprised to hear that I, as a therapist, feel like therapy services are incredibly expensive. I’d actually love if I could work without charging clients a dime for services, but unfortunately, private practice therapy is often not covered by insurance companies or provincial bodies. Deciding on fees for my practice has been… Read more The post The ELEPHANT in the room… why is therapy… ## [Mental Health and Social Support in Fredericton/Oromocto, Canada](https://shaylynnraymond.com/mental-health-and-social-support-in-fredericton-oromocto-canada/) _2025-06-22 · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond · Shaylynn Hayes-Raymond, LCT-C_ The following resources for mental health and support are available to individuals and families living in Fredericton, New Brunswick and the surrounding area such as Oromocto and Lincoln. Fredericton Regional Family Resource Centre The Fredericton Regional Family Resource Centre offers free family programs to parents in the Fredericton, New Brunswick area. This service offers a… Read more The post… ## [From Humans-in-the-Loop to Simplified Regulations to Student Advocates, Meet Sonar’s Approach to Safe School-Supported AI](https://sonarmentalhealth.substack.com/p/from-humans-in-the-loop-to-simplified) _2025-05-29 · Sonar Mental Health_ Here's how w're continually strengthening our commitment to providing safe and effective mental health support for students. ## [5 Predictions Around the Future of AI in Education](https://sonarmentalhealth.substack.com/p/5-predictions-around-the-future-of) _2025-05-01 · Sonar Mental Health_ The better we understand AI's on-the-ground impact, the more effectively we can develop school-supported solutions that educators and families can trust and rely on. ## [Sonar Spotlight: How College Is Real Gets Seniors over the Finish Line (and Beyond) with Sonny](https://sonarmentalhealth.substack.com/p/sonar-spotlight-how-college-is-real) _2025-04-07 · Sonar Mental Health_ From addressing the unique needs of first-gen students to staying on top of college application deadlines, here’s how Sonar helps College Is Real students make the most of senior year. ## [Sonar Q1’25 Updates: Smarter Support, Faster Communication, and Enhanced Security](https://sonarmentalhealth.substack.com/p/sonar-q125-updates-smarter-support) _2025-03-10 · Tatyana · Sonar Mental Health_ We're excited to announce the latest updates to Sonar, focused on delivering smarter, faster, and more secure mental wellbeing support for students. ## [Point once, get highlights (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/uYJKNda9XxHA) _2025-03-10 · **Sponsored**_ Get minutes worth watching from a whole game — point once ## [Youth Mental Health Remains in Crisis. What's Missing From Current Responses?](https://sonarmentalhealth.substack.com/p/youth-mental-health-remains-in-crisis) _2025-02-20 · Sonar Mental Health_ Despite increasing awareness of the youth mental health crisis, the issue is far from resolved. Our latest blog explores three ways to understand its persistence and how Sonar is responding 👇