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Megan Oliveira
Megan comes to Sierra Meadows with over a decade of experience working in strategic development and social impact in the non-profit, NGO, and foreign aid sector. She was a film producer at MSNBC and produced documentary and docu-series projects during…
Lupita Olivares
Lupita holds a BS in Criminology with an emphasis in Forensic and Behavioral Sciences. Lupita came to Sierra Meadows with nearly a decade of experience managing referrals and counseling in the mental health field working with both adults and adolescents.…
Why Should Families Consider Intensive Outpatient Programs?
Intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) allow patients to receive intensive therapy without staying in a residential facility. IOPs are designed to help individuals struggling with substance abuse, mental health disorders, or behavioral health issues receive the care needed. However, they will…
6 Benefits of Outpatient Treatment for Mental Health Issues
Our mental health indicates how well we can cope with daily stresses, challenges, and demands. Consequently, it influences how we think, feel, and behave daily, ultimately affecting our overall well-being. If deteriorating mental health is left unchecked, a person may…
Fresno mothers bond over shared experience of their children being bullied
Both moms say Clovis and Fresno Unified school officials didn’t do enough to punish the attackers and say some have even accused them of blowing things out of proportion. “How could you dramatize something that’s facts. Everyone saw it with…
A Critical State of Mind: a look into California’s mental health
It’s time to have real conversations about our mental health. ABC30 presents a five-part documentary series taking a deep look at the state of mental health in California, inside the lives of those who suffer, the stigma associated with mental…
Mental Health and Behavioral Health: What Are the Differences?
Mental health and behavioral health are two terms that are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same. Although both are related to a person’s well-being, they have different meanings, approaches, and implications. Understanding the difference between mental and…
Telltale Signs of a Toxic Family that You Must Not Ignore
Despite popular belief, the idea of the perfect family is often a misconception. An ideal family is often thought to be full of happiness, stability, and unity. However, the reality is that there is no such thing as a perfect…
How Does Someone Start Developing an Eating Disorder?
Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions that can have a devastating impact on a person’s life. People with eating disorders are not trying to garner attention; they are not choosing to battle a life-altering mental health condition. Eating disorders…