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The BYU Comprehensive Clinic offers affordable counseling services for individuals, couples, and families in Utah County. The Clinic functions as a research and training facility. Counseling is provided by graduate student interns under the close supervision of experienced faculty who are licensed therapists. In addition to therapy, the clinic offers various psychological assessments.

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Over the past six years, I've interacted with many scores of young people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families. ASD can be frustrating for parents, teachers, friends, and – perhaps most of all – affected individuals. The social difficulties and rigid, repetitive behaviors that define the disorder are often accompanied by extreme anxiety, inattention, and a range of physical health concerns. Despite the frustrations and challenges, I often find myself admiring traits in the young people affected with ASD I meet. Here are three admirable trait I encounter often:

Every year at Christmas, millions, perhaps billions of people around the world read the Christmas story from the Bible to commemorate the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem. One of my favorite parts of this story has always been when the host of angels appear to the shepherds to sing of peace on earth and good will toward men. To me, this is the essence of Christmas. The sentiment of "peace on earth" has become a signature wish of the holiday season. Many find this time of year opportune for evaluating their own lives and determining ways they themselves can contribute to "peace on earth." May I suggest that this pursuit need not be some grandiose act of charity? It could be as simple as looking after your friends and loved ones.

For many, the mere mention of Valentine's day elicits childhood memories of paper valentines and the chalky taste of message engraved candy hearts. And don't forget the dreamy thought of finding love on Valentine's day; "Will you be my valentine?" That's the line you're supposed to use on your would-be sweet heart when February 14 rolls around, if you'll remember. But what about those of us who have already found a valentine? How can we honor this holiday of love?

Recently, a group of community mental health agencies came together on BYU campus for an annual conference called “Mental Health Services Awareness Night.” Included in the evening’s agenda were presentations from LDS church leader Elder Gregory A. Schwitzer and suicide prevention specialist Dr. Greg Hudnall.

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The BYU Comprehensive Clinic is primarily a learning facility for students obtaining graduate degrees in Social Work, Clinical Psychology, and Marriage and Family Therapy through Brigham Young University. Clinicians at the Clinic are not able to see people who have a history of extreme suicidal tendencies, addiction, self-harm, or who need counseling by order of court mandate.

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