The Brien Center

03/17/2026

Celebrating Women’s History Month!

Virginia Satir
Did you know? Virginia Satir, the pioneer of family therapy, believed that healthy communication within families is key to emotional wellness.

03/16/2026

Recovery Is Possible-
Recovery isn’t about stopping overnight.
It’s about taking one step at a time.

Many people rebuild their finances, relationships, and confidence with the right support.

✔️ Counseling
✔️ Support groups
✔️ Financial guidance
✔️ Helplines

This month, let’s replace stigma with support.

03/13/2026

03/12/2026

North Adams hosts the "Into Light" art exhibit, celebrating lives lost to substance abuse and sparking honest conversations about addiction and recovery.

03/12/2026

We’re Hiring! Join the Brien Center Team and enjoy exceptional pay & benefits, including immediate health insurance and 7 weeks of paid time off!
Opportunities Include:
Clinicians
Nursing Staff
Training Associate
Direct Care Professionals
Other FT/PT opportunities available!
We welcome your passion on a team that’s changing lives in our community every day!
Apply today and start making an impact!
https://brien-center-for-mental-health.checkwritersrecrui...

03/11/2026

Registration is now open for our next networking night on 4/8/2026. This is a free event and offers free CEUs and refreshments. Please share this with colleagues outside of the Brien Center.

Metta Burpee, LICSW will be presenting "An Introduction to Internal Family Systems Therapy."

Registration is required and happens in EventBrite. Please use the following link to register in EventBrite:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-brien-center-networking-and-training-night-free-event-free-ceus-registration-1983368083328?aff=oddtdtcreator

03/10/2026

Celebrating Women’s History Month!

Mary Cover Jones, known as the ‘mother of behavior therapy,’ pioneered techniques to help people overcome phobias. Her work laid the foundation for modern behavioral interventions.

03/09/2026

It Affects More Than Finances

Gambling harm doesn’t just impact bank accounts.
It affects relationships, mental health, and families.

💬 Anxiety
💬 Depression
💬 Relationship strain
💬 Workplace challenges

Talking about it is the first step toward change.

If you’re concerned about someone — reach out with compassion, not judgment.

03/03/2026

Celebrating Women’s History Month!

Women make up 66% of our team, including 8 leaders — our CEO, Medical Director, and more, who guide, inspire, and champion our mission every day.

From delivering compassionate care to leading programs and advocating for our community, the women of our organization make a lasting impact.

Thank you for your dedication, leadership, and inspiration!

03/02/2026

Gambling Awareness Month

What Is Problem Gambling?

Gambling can start as entertainment — but for some, it becomes overwhelming.

Problem gambling isn’t about willpower. It’s a health issue that can affect anyone.

Signs to look out for:
✔️ Chasing losses
✔️ Hiding gambling habits
✔️ Borrowing money to gamble
✔️ Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling

You’re not alone. Help is available.