TELL Welcomes Yoon Ki Chai to the Counseling Team
Yoon Ki was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii and studied psychology at Harvard University.
Introducing TELL in Kobe and Kyoto in 2016
Although TELL has been serving the international community for 43 years, until three years ago we were known as Tokyo English Life Line, with an emphasis on Tokyo. Then last year, when we opened a phone room in Kobe, those of us who live in the Tokyo area were surprised to learn that few people in Kansai had heard of TELL. Uh-oh.
Introducing TELL in Kobe and Kyoto this Autumn
Although TELL has been serving the international community for 43 years, until three years ago we were known as Tokyo English Life Line, with an emphasis on Tokyo. Then last year, when we opened a phone room in Kobe, those of us who live in the Tokyo area were surprised to learn that few people in Kansai had heard of TELL. Uh-oh.
Join TELL’s Walkie Talkie Event in 2016
TELL is organizing suicide prevention and awareness walks all across Japan to mark World Suicide Prevention Day this September.
The Invisible Expatriates: Trailing Spouses and Children
“Depression is a common problem for people battling cultural adjustment issues, and the difficulty of adapting to life in a new country can put relationships under stress, compounding any stresses that existed within the family prior to the move.”
TELL Expands Distance Counseling for Japan Residents
Your mental health is as important as your physical health, and we know how hard it can be to find a therapist outside the major cities in Japan.
Why Bill Gates is “Investing” (Another) $5 Billion in Africa and Africans
“When people aren’t healthy, they can’t turn their attention to other priorities. But when health improves, life improves by every measure.”
SAVE THE DATE: 2016 TELL Connoisseurs’ Auction
TELL will host our 21st Annual Connoisseurs’ Auction at the Ark Hills Club on Friday, November 11.
Phone Counselor Training with TELL
Last year, 23,971 people died by suicide in Japan, roughly 65 suicides every day. Suicide was also the leading cause of death for Japanese youths aged 10-19.
Autumn Phone Counselor Training in Tokyo and Kobe
Last year, 23,971 people died by suicide in Japan, roughly 65 suicides every day. Suicide was also the leading cause of death for Japanese youths aged 10-19.
Thanks to Board Members Craig Saphin and Jill Butler
We are extremely grateful to Craig Saphin and Jill Butler for their hard work and commitment to building a stronger organization that better serves the community.
NY Times: Facebook Offers Tools for Those Who Fear a Friend May Be Suicidal
On Tuesday, Facebook introduced mechanisms and processes to make it easier for people to help friends who post messages about suicide or self-harm