“My
Life Starts Today”
That's an unexpected statement from a woman of forty-six.
But then again, Karen's life has had many unexpected moments.
Karen's struggles began with the accidental death of her teenage
son. Unable to deal with the grief, she began a descent into severe depression.
Not only was her 
own life at risk, the lives of her two remaining sons were
impacted as well.
“I didn't want to kill myself,” Karen admits. “I just didn't care if I lived or died.”
Treatment at a psychiatric hospital could only do so much. Karen entered the Acute program at Central to continue her care.
“The people at Central did more than change my life - they saved it.”
Through group and individual therapy, Karen learned that life doesn't have to end with the death of a child.
“Therapy at Central helped me express myself with my voice. Then the creativity came.”
Karen has embarked on a new life, one filled with art and promise. She still
returns to Central calling it her “relief valve” for whenever
pressure builds.