Candy Elson

Candy Elson, LCSW, is a lead social worker with Sharp Grossmont Hospital’s Behavioral Health Center.

Candy loves seeing people recover and get better from acute mental health crisis. She also enjoys being able to provide support and education about treatment and resources to family members struggling with a family member with serious mental illness.

A strong believer in work-life balance, Candy loves to play golf, go to gym, ride her e-bike and travel the world.

Candy Elson, LCSW, is a lead social worker with Sharp Grossmont Hospital’s Behavioral Health Center.

A strong believer in work-life balance, Candy loves to play golf, go to gym, ride her e-bike and travel the world.

Stories by Candy Elson

Valentine’s Day: Love is bigger than romance

Romantic love takes the spotlight, but the most powerful love can be found in families, friendships and everyday relationships.

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Feeling lonely? Pick up a book

Studies show reading books may help address loneliness and improve brain function.

When a loved one refuses mental health treatment

It isn't always easy to convince a loved one to get mental health care, but you could be saving their life with your encouragement.

Andy Patterson and Michelle Owens of Sharp Grossmont Hospital with dogs Jasper and Max

Dogs bring joy to patients with mental illness

Is the doctor … er … dog in? Patients at Sharp Grossmont Hospital for Behavioral Health enjoy routine visits from certified pet therapy dogs.

Why do so many men feel lonely?

Today’s culture plays a huge role in men experiencing loneliness, with two main influences being a lack of close friendships and the digital world.

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Paws-itive reinforcement

Dogs are nature’s anti-anxiety medication.

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Back at work, without our four-legged colleagues

Going back to the office means still coming home to our pets at the end of the day.

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The lasting impact of past trauma on current health

Childhood trauma can have a serious impact on physical health later in life.

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