Saginaw Psychological Services, Inc.

08/31/2026

📚✏️ Back-to-School Reminder: Choose Kindness. 💙

As our kids head back to school, they’re walking into classrooms with more than just backpacks and school supplies. They’re bringing their feelings, their worries, their insecurities, and things that others may know nothing about.

This school year, let’s remind our kids to treat everyone with respect and kindness. ❤️

Not everyone will look the same.
Not everyone will dress the same.
Not everyone will have the newest clothes or shoes.
Not everyone will have the same interests, personality, family life, or experiences.
And not everyone will feel comfortable being exactly who they are yet.

What may seem like a harmless joke or comment to one person could hurt someone else deeply. You never truly know what someone is going through when they walk through those school doors.

🧠 Mental health matters.

Let’s teach our kids that being different isn't something to make fun of—it’s something to respect. Teach them to include the person sitting alone, compliment instead of criticize, and think before they speak.

A smile. A kind word. An invitation to sit together. Standing up for someone. These small things can make a BIG difference in someone’s day—and sometimes, in someone’s life.

Let’s make this school year one where our kids feel safe, accepted, respected, and valued. 💙

Be the reason someone feels like they belong.

08/28/2026

08/24/2026

💙 Back-to-School & Mental Health

The first day of school brings excitement, new beginnings, and plenty of emotions—for children and parents. 🎒📚

As kids head back to the classroom, remember that their mental health is just as important as their school supplies. A child who seems nervous, irritable, withdrawn, extra emotional, or overwhelmed may be having a harder time adjusting than they know how to express.

Here are a few ways to support your child’s mental well-being as they head back to school:

🌱 Listen without judgment. Give them a safe space to talk about worries, friendships, schoolwork, or anything else on their mind.
💬 Check in regularly. Sometimes a simple “How are you feeling about school?” can open the door to an important conversation.
🕐 Establish routines. Consistent sleep, meals, homework time, and downtime can help children feel more secure and prepared.
❤️ Validate their feelings. Remind them that it’s okay to feel nervous, excited, frustrated, or overwhelmed.
👏 Focus on effort, not perfection. Celebrate progress, courage, and trying—even when things don’t go exactly as planned.
🤝 Know when to ask for help. If changes in mood, behavior, sleep, friendships, or school performance continue or begin interfering with daily life, reaching out to a mental health professional can be an important next step.

A new school year is a fresh start. Let’s make sure our children know they don’t have to navigate it alone. 💙

Here’s to a happy, healthy, and mentally strong school year! 🎒✨

08/20/2026

🌟 Join Our Team! 🌟

Saginaw Psychological Services, Inc. (SPSI) is looking for a compassionate, motivated, and experienced Therapist Supervisor to join our growing team!

If you're passionate about supporting others, mentoring a dedicated team, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals receiving behavioral health services, we'd love to hear from you.

At SPSI, you'll have the opportunity to:
💙 Lead and support a team of dedicated Therapist/Counselors
🌱 Foster professional growth and development
🤝 Help ensure high-quality, person-centered care
✨ Make a lasting difference in our community every day

If you're ready to take the next step in your leadership career, we encourage you to apply today!