Men Have Emotion Regulation Needs, Too

By Jason Howard, MA, LPC

As a male therapist, I’m constantly surprised by my own hesitancy to ask for help. I know personally the benefits from checking my thoughts, regulating my emotions, and opening up to someone I trust about my inner struggles. As a man, however, I also know the unique challenges we face when it comes to seeking mental health treatment. Many men have grown up feeling the pressure to suppress emotions, conform to societal norms and maintain a stoic and tough exterior. Be vulnerable? Not today! Unfortunately, this leads many men to suppress valid thoughts and emotions. When we suppress thoughts and emotions, we miss out on the relief and freedom from not carrying them around and experience greater satisfaction in our work, relationships, and life...

Please join us in congratulating Madeline Redetzky, LPC for her promotion to Clinical Program Manager for the Summit OnSite (SOS) school-based team! Madeline joined The Summit in 2019 and has been a leader without a title for several years, often serving as the "go-to" person for questions and volunteering frequently to mentor new therapists. We are so grateful to have Madeline on our team!

Summer DBT Skills for College Students

June 6th – August 3rd, 2023

Tuesdays & Thursdays from 2:00 – 3:30 PM

2750 Old Alabama Rd., Suite #200, Johns Creek

Join this customized program designed for college students to complete all modules of the DBT program over their summer break!

DBT Skills Class: Distress Tolerance

Adolescents & Families (Johns Creek) - Begins June 7th

Adolescents & Families (Sugar Hill) - Begins June 8th

Adults - Begins June 8th

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a specialized form of therapy that is designed to help adults, adolescents, and their families cope with dysregulated emotions and behaviors. 

In this class, individuals learn to increase their tolerance for negative emotions.

The Summit Friends & Family Night, Atlanta Braves vs. Washington Nationals

Saturday, June 10th, 4:10 PM

Truist Park

755 Battery Ave, Atlanta

Enjoy Atlanta Braves baseball during the 2023 season with family and friends while supporting Summit Counseling Center! Purchase tickets below that include a donation to The Summit. Four lucky attendees will be able to join the players on the field for pitching practice before the game. Winners will be announced on Thursday, May 25th - deadline to purchase tickets is May 20th!

The Summit Young Professionals Alliance (YPA) is a unique community engagement and networking opportunity for young professionals ages 18-40 that helps support The Summit’s nonprofit mission. At each event, we share ongoing information and education opportunities related to the mental health arena as well as various engagement opportunities for members to get involved. This event is open to members and non-members who are interested in learning more about the Summit YPA!

Learn more and RSVP by contacting Rachel Newcomer, Director of Development, at rnewcomer@summitcounseling.org.

Take A Free Mental Health Screening!

Behavioral health – which includes mental health, substance use, and more – is a key part of your overall well-being. Brief screenings are the quickest way to determine if you or someone you care about should connect with a behavioral health professional.

Think of these as a checkup from your neck up! This program is completely anonymous and confidential, and immediately following the brief questionnaire you will see your results, recommendations, and key resources.