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    Redefining Resilience: Behavioral Health in the Army

    LANSING, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES

    03.12.2025

    Photo by 2nd Lt. Paige Bodine 

    Michigan National Guard

    Gabe, a therapy dog adopted by Josh Wierenga, a Behavioral Health Coordinator for the Michigan National Guard, plays a crucial role in helping service members open up and manage their mental health. Trained as a service dog, Gabe’s presence allows soldiers to feel more comfortable discussing their struggles, offering emotional support during behavioral health check-ins. Wierenga’s mission is to break the stigma surrounding mental health in the military, ensuring that soldiers know seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. (Courtesy Photo)

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    Date Taken: 03.12.2025
    Date Posted: 03.12.2025 12:44
    Photo ID: 8910699
    VIRIN: 241205-Z-DF232-6304
    Resolution: 2400x3000
    Size: 1.31 MB
    Location: LANSING, MICHIGAN, US

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