Struggling to Find Mental Health Care in North Carolina? 7 Things You Should Know About Wait Times (And What to Do Right Now)
IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING A MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS, PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING RESOURCES IMMEDIATELY: National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 Emergency Services: Dial 911 Hope4NC Helpline: 1-855-587-3463 TSG Behavioral Health & Community Services Support: https://tsgbh.com/contact-us Navigating the mental health landscape in North Carolina has never been more challenging. As we move further […]
Stop Treating Your Mind and Body Separately: 7 Ways Integrated Care Helps You Live Longer (and Better)
You've probably experienced it yourself: You visit your primary care doctor for back pain, your therapist for anxiety, and maybe a specialist for sleep issues. Three different offices. Three different treatment plans. Zero communication between them. Here's the problem: your body doesn't work in silos, so why should your healthcare? "We've known for decades that […]
7 Reasons Your Re-entry Plan Isn’t Working (And How Trauma-Responsive Care Breaks the Cycle)
The statistics are sobering. Within three years of release, nearly two-thirds of individuals return to incarceration. But here's what most people miss: the problem isn't a lack of effort or motivation. The problem is that traditional re-entry programs weren't designed to address the root cause: unresolved trauma. Dr. Kerry L. Shipman, CEO of TSG Behavioral […]
The Family Support Framework That Actually Works: Your 2026 Guide to Recovery Together
Crisis Support Available Now If you or a loved one needs immediate support, TSG Behavioral Health & Community Services provides integrated behavioral health and community services across North Carolina. Contact us: (919) 342-0000Visit: https://tsgbh.com/contact-us Recovery is not a solo journey. Whether your loved one is navigating substance use disorder, mental health challenges, or both, your […]
Why Your Fitness Goals Keep Failing (And How Mental Health Is the Missing Link)
It's February, and if you're like 80% of people who set New Year's fitness resolutions, your gym membership card is already collecting dust. You started strong in January: meal prepped, bought new workout gear, downloaded three fitness apps: but somehow, the motivation evaporated faster than your resolve to skip the office donuts. Here's the truth […]
7 Barriers Rural NC Residents Face Getting Mental Health Care (And How TSG's Mobile Clinics Fix Them)
The New Year brings fresh starts and a renewed focus on health: but for thousands of rural North Carolina residents, accessing mental health care remains a barrier that no resolution can overcome alone. If you live outside urban centers, you already know the challenges: limited providers, long drives, and the unspoken weight of stigma in […]
Struggling with Traditional Healthcare? Here's What Integrated Care Looks Like (Real Stories + Expert Insights)
As we step into 2026, many of us are setting intentions around holistic health: but here's the reality check: traditional healthcare often works against that goal. You see a primary care doctor for your diabetes. A separate therapist for your anxiety. A cardiologist who doesn't know you're on antidepressants. Nobody's talking to each other, and […]
Looking For Mental Health Support After Release? Here Are 10 Things North Carolina Returning Citizens Should Know
If you're in crisis, help is available now:National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357 (24/7, free, confidential)TSG Behavioral Health: (910) 485-3111 The new year brings new possibilities. If you're returning to your community after incarceration, this moment represents more than just a fresh start on the calendar: it's an opportunity to build the life […]
Are You Making These 7 Mistakes with Your Anxious Teen? Here's What Works Instead
By Dr. Kerry L. Shipman, CEO As we settle into the new year, many families are setting intentions around wellness and connection. If you're parenting an anxious teen, you already know that supporting their mental health can feel like navigating a minefield. One wrong step, and you're met with resistance, withdrawal, or a full-blown meltdown. […]
Looking For Substance Use Treatment? Here Are 10 Things You Should Know About SAIOP and SACOT
The New Year brings a powerful opportunity for change, and if you're considering substance use treatment, you're already taking an important first step toward recovery. Dr. Kerry L. Shipman and the team at TSG Behavioral Health & Community Services understand that navigating treatment options can feel overwhelming. Two programs you may encounter are SAIOP (Substance […]
