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Ride to Raise Positive Vibes for Mental Health
Come join us for a ride to spread positivity and raise funds for mental health - let's pedal our way to good vibes together!
Sep 23, 20241 min read


Peer Supports that Help: World Suicide Prevention Day
Suicide deaths are a growing tragedy, both in this country and worldwide, across all demographics. Today, on World Suicide Prevention...
Sep 10, 20242 min read


Announcement! Recovery Friendly Workplace
Positive Directions is thrilled to share the exciting news that we have officially been recognized as a Recovery Friendly Workplace...
Sep 4, 20242 min read


How Routines Can Improve Mental Health
Everyday we are given various tasks to complete whether that be at work, home, school, etc. We all have schedules that we have to follow...
Aug 14, 20243 min read


FentaNO! Narcan for college students - & beyond
Two scary news stories kicked off Overdose Awareness Month in Connecticut: On August 2nd, NBC CT reported on a one-year-old toddler who...
Aug 5, 20243 min read


Tips for Maintaining Your Mental Health This Summer
Welcome to summer! When we think of summer we often think about having a break and being able to relax from the pressures of daily life....
Jul 12, 20243 min read


An Evening of Mental Fitness Recap
Together with Rhone, the Positive Directions team and 125 guests gathered at the Westport Woman's Club on May 30th for An Evening of...
Jun 11, 20242 min read


FREE Recovery Coach Academy Course for Young People in CT!
O Our TurningPointCT.org project is offering a FREE virtual Recovery Coach Academy course for individuals in Connecticut ages 16-29!...
Jun 4, 20241 min read


LGBTQIA+ Mental Health: What to Know
As we celebrate Pride Month, it’s essential to recognize and address the unique mental health challenges and substance misuse issues...
Jun 4, 20242 min read


Fundraiser to support Positive Directions
An Evening of Mental Fitness Join Positive Directions and Rhone for an enlightening event designed to educate, inform, and inspire. Our...
May 3, 20241 min read


April 27th National Drug Takeback Day and Westport Wellness Fair Press Release
Westport, CT- On behalf of the Westport Police Department, Westport Center for Senior Activities and Positive Directions, First...
Apr 25, 20242 min read


Introducing New Staff!
We are thrilled to announce that our team is growing. Help us give a warm welcome to... Nicole Merlo-White, Therapist Nicole is a...
Apr 10, 20243 min read


Free Overdose Awareness Opportunities
Positive Directions is offering 2 free opportunities for families to gain life-saving information about avoiding or responding to an...
Apr 5, 20241 min read


Positive Directions Announces the Appointment of 2 New Board Members
Positive Directions is happy to welcome Kathleen Sweeney & Jessica Branson to the board of directors, bringing the organization's number...
Mar 28, 20242 min read


FREE Mental Health First Aid Trainings!
Do YOU know how to recognize and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders? This training allows anyone (aged 16+)...
Jan 24, 20241 min read


GivingTuesday 2023!
Wondering how you can make a difference? Consider donating to Positive Directions - The Center for Prevention and Counseling on this...
Nov 16, 20232 min read


Impact Report & Annual Appeal
Please consider donating to Positive Directions as your charity of choice this year. Your generous support is what helps us make a...
Nov 3, 20232 min read


Welcome to the Clinical Team!
Positive Directions is excited to announce the addition of several new staff members and clinical interns to our team! To set up an...
Oct 26, 20232 min read


“Don’t Wait”: Short Film Educates Parents to Protect Youth from Drugs
“This is your brain. This is your brain on drugs.” The infamous 1980s anti-drug ad is often laughed about, but it was intended to raise...
Oct 6, 20232 min read


2 Free Support Groups for High Schoolers
We are pleased to have two free online support groups for high schoolers starting up. Please spread the word! (Flyers can be downloaded...
Sep 22, 20231 min read
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