COVID-19 concerns and a divisive political climate have led more Door County residents to consider mental health counseling.  The Behavioral Health Program at Door County Medical Center has seen more people seeking help for stresses in relationships or uncertainty over health concerns and the future.  Behavioral Health Coordinator Barb Johnson-Giese recommends people first take steps to reduce such anxieties by accentuating the positive aspects in their lives.

Johnson-Giese says, however, professional help should be considered when signs of serious issues materialize.

Behavioral treatment professionals can help their clients find ways to better cope with life's challenges and move forward.