Wyoming Behavioral Institute

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Suicide does not discriminate, and to prevent it, neither can we

Suicide does not discriminate, and to prevent it, neither can we. #BeThere. September marks Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and it provides us with an opportunity to rally around the common... Read more »

09/01/21 2:30 PM

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SMART Recovery training completed by WBI therapists

08/24/21 2:30 PM

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WBI introducing telehealth mental health treatment program for ages 14 to 17 this fall

08/06/21 2:00 PM

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Left Traci BlevinsLCSW, telemental health and outpatient services director Right Jeff Brown, medical provider

WBI welcomes Traci Blevins, LCSW, and Jeff Brown, PA-C

07/12/21 2:30 PM

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Wyoming Behavioral Institute (WBI) Adult Psychiatric Services Director David Martorano, MD, was part of the innovation team

Wyoming Behavioral Institute Psychiatrist Helps Develop Winning Innovation

06/04/21 12:37 PM

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May is Mental Health Month

05/03/21 2:09 PM

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April is Child Abuse Prevention Month: Growing a Better Tomorrow for All Children, Together

The Child Abuse Prevention Month campaign symbol, a blue and silver pinwheel, is a reminder of the happy childhoods and bright futures that all children deserve, as well as the... Read more »

04/01/21 10:02 AM

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Adults discuss issues with social worker

Social Workers are Essential

Social work is one of the fastest growing professions in the United States, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). There are currently about 700,000 professional social workers in... Read more »

03/09/21 2:00 PM

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Wyoming Behavioral Institute Celebrates 25 Years of Serving the Community and Wyoming

CASPER, WY – Since 1996, Wyoming Behavioral Institute (WBI) has been providing superior quality inpatient child, adolescent and adult psychiatric treatment in Casper. Chief Executive Officer Mike Phillips announced this... Read more »

02/22/21 12:29 PM

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Anxiety: What You Should Know

2020 was a historically unsettled, stressful year, and it has affected those who have struggled with anxiety previously and others who have never felt it before. Many types of anxiety... Read more »

02/05/21 10:21 AM

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Becoming a Better Parent: Show Them How Much You Care

Open communication is the key to healthy relationships with teens As many families are spending more time at home, this can be a good time to re-connect and establish a... Read more »

01/18/21 10:33 AM

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Taking care of your mental health is important this month and EVERY month

Social connectedness is key. At a time when connectedness has been challenged beyond our imagination, all Americans play a role in suicide prevention. #BeThere. September marks Suicide Prevention Month. Just... Read more »

09/02/20 2:44 PM

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Survey Results: 62% Report Increased Stress, Anxiety, Depression

Casper, Wyoming – August 18, 2020 — Wyoming Behavioral Institute shares today the results of a new poll fielded by parent company Universal Health Services, Inc., one of the nation’s largest... Read more »

08/18/20 10:39 AM

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Casper healthcare facility welcomes new psychiatrist

CASPER, Wyo. — Please help Wyoming Behavioral Institute welcome psychiatrist Leslie Bardessono, DO, to Casper. Dr. Bardessono will begin treating adult patients at WBI in June. Dr. Bardessono received her... Read more »

06/05/20 7:42 AM

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A Wyoming Nursing Experience – Containing the New Coronavirus

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Behavioral Institute’s Chief Nursing Officer, Mandy Blajszczak, knew early on that COVID-19 positive patients would be admitted to their hospital and that prevention of the virus’ spread... Read more »

05/21/20 1:23 PM

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Wyoming Behavioral Institute issues update on virus response

Wyoming Behavioral Institute provides update on Coronavirus Taking proactive steps to keep our patients and team members safe while serving the needs of our community Casper, Wyoming (March 20, 2020)... Read more »

03/20/20 3:15 PM

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Pathways residential treatment integrates art, music, and movement

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Behavioral Institute is integrating art, music therapy, and movement in the Pathways psychiatric residential treatment curriculum, through collaboration with local organizations and individuals. “We continually update... Read more »

03/19/20 8:10 AM

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Registration For 4th Annual Be Kind to Your Mind 5k/10k/Family Fun Run and Obstacle Course Now Open

CASPER, Wyo. — Registration is now open for the 4th annual Be Kind to Your Mind 5K/10K/Family Fun Run and Obstacle Course. The event will be held at Edness Kimball... Read more »

02/19/20 2:57 PM

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Wyoming Behavioral Institute welcomes psychiatrist Frank R. Wheeler, MD

Wyoming Behavioral Institute is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Frank Wheeler to our medical staff. Dr. Wheeler completed his medical education at Boston College, Muhlenberg College, and St.... Read more »

07/17/19 11:09 AM

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WBI psychiatrist Dr. Stephen Brown wins 2019 Physician Service Award

Wyoming Behavioral Institute Medical Director Dr. Stephen Brown was the recipient of the Natrona County Medical Society 2019 Physician Service Award presented April 27 in Casper and received the 2019... Read more »

06/26/19 10:00 AM

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3rd Annual Be Kind to Your Mind 5/10k Run

The Be Kind to Your Mind 5k/10k/Family Fun Run (or walk) will happen on June 8th at Edness Kimball Wilkins State Park in Casper, Wyoming. This event is for families... Read more »

05/14/19 9:13 AM

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WBI helps adolescents succeed

Wyoming Behavioral Institute offers residential trauma-informed care for children and adolescents affected by emotional trauma and mental health crises. It provides a supportive place for healing in which young adult... Read more »

01/03/19 10:19 AM

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Changing Kids’ Lives by Being Trauma Aware

By Matt Bertagnole, Youth Services Director, Wyoming Behavioral Institute Awareness of the impact of trauma on our kids continues to grow. Being “trauma informed” helps adults create environments that allow... Read more »

10/22/18 9:23 AM

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WBI’s Director of Nursing wins Hospital Association Nursing Award

Mandy Blajszczak, Director of Nursing at Wyoming Behavioral Institute, was named the 2018 recipient of the highly competitive Norman S. Holt Award for Nursing Excellence on Wednesday, Sept. 5. The... Read more »

09/14/18 11:43 AM

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Wyoming Behavioral Institute recognizes Suicide Awareness Month

September is Suicide Awareness Month, and sadly Wyoming consistently ranks as one of the top states for suicides per capita. If you or someone you know needs help, please call... Read more »

09/05/18 9:51 AM

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WBI offers free 24/7 mental health assessments

Some problems may have been building for years, but Wyoming Behavioral Institute (WBI) can assess them in hours. The Intake Department at WBI provides free, confidential mental health assessments 24... Read more »

06/28/18 9:11 AM

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WBI hiring RN’s, CNA’s and Mental Health Workers

Make a DIFFERENCE IN SOMEONE’S LIFE ** Now Hiring RN’s, New Grad RNs, Therapists, Mental Health Techs ** * Great jobs! * Great benefits! * Flexibility and Work Perks! Be... Read more »

06/25/18 12:40 PM

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Geriatric psychiatrist joins staff at WBI

To continue providing the most advanced care possible, Wyoming Behavioral Institute created Wyoming’s only inpatient geriatric psychiatry unit and recruited geriatric psychiatrist Dr. Sam Elsanadi to its esteemed medical staff... Read more »

05/24/18 1:54 PM

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WBI is now HIRING!

Wyoming Behavioral Institute An Employer Who Cares Make a DIFFERENCE IN SOMEONE’S LIFE ** Now Hiring RN’s, New Grad RNs, Therapists, Mental Health Techs ** * Great jobs! * Great... Read more »

05/07/18 10:59 AM

Wyoming Behavioral Institute

Suicide does not discriminate, and to prevent it, neither can we

SMART Recovery training completed by WBI therapists

WBI introducing telehealth mental health treatment program for ages 14 to 17 this fall

WBI welcomes Traci Blevins, LCSW, and Jeff Brown, PA-C

Wyoming Behavioral Institute Psychiatrist Helps Develop Winning Innovation

May is Mental Health Month

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month: Growing a Better Tomorrow for All Children, Together

Social Workers are Essential

Wyoming Behavioral Institute Celebrates 25 Years of Serving the Community and Wyoming

Anxiety: What You Should Know

Becoming a Better Parent: Show Them How Much You Care

Taking care of your mental health is important this month and EVERY month

Survey Results: 62% Report Increased Stress, Anxiety, Depression

Casper healthcare facility welcomes new psychiatrist

A Wyoming Nursing Experience – Containing the New Coronavirus

Wyoming Behavioral Institute issues update on virus response

Pathways residential treatment integrates art, music, and movement

Registration For 4th Annual Be Kind to Your Mind 5k/10k/Family Fun Run and Obstacle Course Now Open

Wyoming Behavioral Institute welcomes psychiatrist Frank R. Wheeler, MD

WBI psychiatrist Dr. Stephen Brown wins 2019 Physician Service Award

3rd Annual Be Kind to Your Mind 5/10k Run

WBI helps adolescents succeed

Changing Kids’ Lives by Being Trauma Aware

WBI’s Director of Nursing wins Hospital Association Nursing Award

Wyoming Behavioral Institute recognizes Suicide Awareness Month

WBI offers free 24/7 mental health assessments

WBI hiring RN’s, CNA’s and Mental Health Workers

Geriatric psychiatrist joins staff at WBI

WBI is now HIRING!

Crime

City

Oil City Police Calls (9/16/21 – 9/7/21)

Recent Arrests (9/17/21 – 9/20/21)

FBI surveys Bridger-Teton camp sites in search for Petito, seeks assistance from late August campers

Weekly arrest report: (9/11/21 – 9/17/21)

Details released in child pornography case against Glenrock man

Obituaries

Latest News

Obituaries: Morrison, Propp

Obituaries: Svilar, Pownell, Graham, Neuman

Obituary: Vivian Fern Ladwig

Obituaries: Gardner, Silvar, Sanchez, Tullis, Easterling

Obituaries: Jayne, Zook, Nelson, Shearer-Carmona

Community

City

Casper seeing rise in employees out due to COVID; vaccine incentives may launch with ~$124K in city funds

Thunderstorms, rain likely in Casper with snow possible on mountain

Oil City Police Calls (9/16/21 – 9/7/21)

Light snow blankets areas of Wyoming early Monday morning

Recent Arrests (9/17/21 – 9/20/21)

Wyoming

AP

Search for Gabby Petito boyfriend continues after body found

“Breaking the Silence Walk” held as Natrona County sees about 1 suicide every 10 days, task force says

Hate-crime bills fail, again

55-65 mph gusts expected to blast I-25, I-80 in SE Wyoming Sunday

Up to 5 inches of snow expected in the Tetons by Monday morning

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Employment

Dr. Stephen L. Brown and Associates is looking for a Physician’s Assistant or Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, and Licensed Therapists

Mountain West Technologies Corporation provides outdoor Wi-Fi with local partnerships

WPDN Partners with Cheyenne-based firm McKellar, Tiedeken & Scoggin

Local businesses team up to celebrate first responders

New Listing: 4081 Swingle Acres Road

Galleries

Community

(PHOTO GALLERY) NCHS beats KWHS during the 57th annual Oil Bowl on Friday in Casper

(PHOTO GALLERY) Crews remove truck that crashed into North Platte River on Friday

PHOTOS: 2021 Dog Trek brings pets and people to Casper College for a good paws…er, cause

(PHOTOS) Gordon, Barrasso participate in 9/11 ceremony on 20th anniversary of attacks

(PHOTOS) Veteran and Paralympian looks to grow Cowboy State Triathlon

National/World

AP

Senate parliamentarian deals blow to Dems’ immigration push

Biden pitching partnership after bumpy stretch with allies

Cleanup of abandoned coal mines could get boost, relieving rivers

UN to world leaders: To curtail warming, you must do more

Shooting at Russian university leaves 8 dead, 24 hurt