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Ruby Carlos has been with Victor as a Bilingual Clinician since 2018. We just have to share one of her client breakthroughs with everyone. It’s stories like these that keep us going, and doing the hard work that pays off with perseverance. We all have struggles we face everyday, but sometimes they get too much…

When people find themselves in the throes of addiction and toxic cycles, life can seem bleak and, at its worst, hopeless. Facing an uphill battle for daily existence is exhausting for both the person being affected and their loved ones. It can look like a battle that will never end, which is why we need…

Thanksgiving has been a hallmark holiday celebrating the founding of our (comparatively) young country. It’s a day of food, football, and family. A day to celebrate new beginnings as reflected in our history. But beyond the fun and food, we want to remember that the central element of Thanksgiving is “thanks” or having an attitude…

At Victor we are all about helping others, it’s our business and our passion. Helping others improves their lives, while improving our communities and ourselves. There is so much emphasis on self-discovery and self-promotion today, that it’s easy to forget that our identity though unique, is still built on the foundation of community. Mahatma Gandhi once…

Victor wraparound services is an intensive, holistic method of engaging with individuals with complex needs so that they can live in their homes and communities and realize their hopes and dreams. When we hear a success story of someone who has made huge progress in this program, we get so excited to share it. This…

Mental Health America’s theme for National Mental Health Month is Tools 2 Thrive which places an emphasis on providing practical tools so anyone can improve their mental health no matter their situation. Though there has been great work in past years to lessen the stigma of seeking help or treatment for mental health, the stigma…

Curling up with a book on the beach, by the pool, or in the shade of a tree at a park is a feeling readers look forward to every summer. Maybe you are a fan of mystery, romance, or contemporary novels, but if you are a mental health professional, we would like to recommend some…

We work with teens and young adults every day here at Victor. Many of our employees have their own children as well, so we are no stranger to the role social media is playing in their lives. We try to communicate with kids about their online presence. It’s good to set time limits and certain…