April D. Mohnshine, LCSW

01/26/2026

01/18/2026

You probably wouldn't leave your child's bedroom window wide open or your doors unlocked and risk letting in someone with bad intent. So why would you leave them open to malicious actions in their digital world?

Kids spend hours every day on their devices, using social media, playing games, and possibly chatting with AI bots. That opens them up to all kinds of trouble including bullying, harassment, and exploitation.

To help protect Pinellas County kids, the Juvenile Welfare Board of Pinellas County has partnered with the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, other local law enforcement agencies, and Pinellas County Schools to bring families a FREE subscription to Parent ProTech.

What is Parent ProTech?

Parent ProTech helps parents and caregivers navigate the world of technology with:

- Content and resources about keeping kids safe online
- Videos on topics like AI chatbots, online predators, and social media platforms
- Information on parental controls and the latest trends
- A K-12 curriculum for educators

This subscription normally costs $4.99 a month, but through this partnership, it's completely FREE for Pinellas County families.

Links in the comments for the full Inside The Star story and to sign up for your free Parent ProTech membership!

01/16/2026

As part of , Crisis Center staff are hosting an educational webinar on Human Trafficking titled, "See the Signs and Take Action". To learn more information or register for the event, click here: https://bit.ly/3NbMdYu

01/07/2026

“My hand is at the small of your back; I may let you stumble, but I will never let you fall.” — Maya Angelou

January is Mental Wellness Month, a time to honor emotional care, healing, and the quiet strength it takes to keep going. Dr. Angelou reminds us that we are not meant to navigate life alone — that support, love, and compassion can hold us steady even when we falter.

Caring for our mental well-being is not a weakness. It is an act of courage, trust, and self-preservation.

You are allowed to stumble. You are never meant to fall alone. 🤍

01/07/2026

Today is International Day to End Conversion Therapy (IDECT) 🏳️‍🌈

Conversion therapy is the dangerous, discredited practice of attempting to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity.

Research shows that youth subjected to conversion therapy are more than twice as likely to attempt su***de.

Together, we can educate ourselves, support efforts to end conversion therapy, support LGBTQ+ mental health, and remind everyone that they are accepted exactly as they are. 🌈 🫶

To learn more, read:
Conversion Therapy Survivor Network: https://www.conversionsurvivor.org/idect
The Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/blog/idect/

If you or someone you know is struggling during this time, dial 988, reach out to The Trevor Project lifeline by texting "START" to 678-678, or visit afsp.org/lgbtq for support. You are not alone, we promise.💙ce

01/05/2026

Proud to be a social worker!

THE BEAUTY OF A SOCIAL WORKER
The beauty of a social worker lies in their ability to see humanity beyond circumstances, labels, and limitations. They recognize worth where others overlook it and stand for dignity where it is threatened.

In choosing compassion over judgment and service over comfort, a social worker transforms hardship into hope and challenges into opportunities for healing.

01/01/2026

My hopes for you in the new year! 💫

12/24/2025

12/22/2025

It's officially winter ❄️ Take care of yourself this season. Whether it's your own battles or the unique challenges that come from helping a loved one with a mental or substance use disorder, take steps to prioritize your own health: samhsa.gov/find-help

12/21/2025

No one should have to walk through loss and grief alone. We are proud to offer free, online peer support groups to help parents find connection, comfort, and understanding.

From early pregnancy loss to stillbirth, infant loss, parenting after loss, and more—there is a space for you 💙

🕊 Find support and learn more at https://loom.ly/3NQNbvg

12/09/2025

Quiet resilience is still resilience. 🎁