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At Symmetry Counseling, we are proud of our staff of highly trained and experienced licensed mental health professionals. In the video above, you can get to know Laura Cox, who is a National Certified Counselor (NCC) at our practice. If you are interested in receiving therapy from Laura, make an appointment today. What made you decide to become a therapist? I always knew I wanted to be in a helping field, whether that be a doctor or…
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Being diagnosed with an “illness” is never a good thing. There are always complications that come after, including going to maybe see a specialist, getting medications, changing your lifestyle, etc. There are not many differences after being diagnosed with a mental health disorder. Being able to see a psychiatrist can allow some clarity, but then the questions about medications and talk therapy might arise. Also telling your loved ones about this can also be challenging. In the…
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Madissyn Fredericks, Licensed Professional Counselor, Symmetry Counseling The question, “Am I ready for therapy?”, is a question that is asked by many as they struggle with life’s challenges and mental health concerns. You may ask yourself, “Is now the right time?” or “Is therapy actually what I need?”. These questions are normal and good questions to ask yourself before you schedule the first session. Therapy is a deeply personal and often challenging process that involves honest self-reflection…
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Whether you are currently a student or in a career that requires exams to add a certification or advancement in your specific career, taking exams can be an incredible stressor. For some people, it can create a form of anxiety that can be very overwhelming. I can remember not too long ago taking an exam for my career, the LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) exam and I can relate to the stress and anxiety it can cause.…
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All around us is the news about the economy looks at growth—more jobs, more money, more freedom! With all that growth also comes the realization that more money typically means that people are spending more, which is great for the economy but can greatly impact our own reality about how much money we really have in our bank accounts. What is the bottom dollar? A growing economy creates a feeling of security so that people are more…
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Madissyn Fredericks, Licensed Professional Counselor, Symmetry Counseling Most of us are familiar with the hurt of a heartbreak. When you think of previous breakups, you most likely remember all the negatives associated with it such as the sleepless nights, many tears, disagreements, and pain. While we never assume the relationship we are currently in will come to an end, there are things you can do to make it a much more positive experience for yourself if it…
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Kaitlin Broderick, M.Ed., LCPC Early sobriety from alcohol and drugs can be a difficult time. When addicts and alcoholics begin to emerge from the dark and erratic experience that led them to hit their bottom, a stretch of clean living can make them feel like they’re floating on a “pink cloud.” This “pink cloud” is described by many to be a temporary phase in which the world seems to shine brighter with joy excitement and love that…
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Yes! You have completed and achieved your goals in therapy. Congratulations on this big milestone in your personal life that should be celebrated! Whether you have been in therapy for a month or a year, you now feel at peace that your goals in therapy are being implemented effectively outside your sessions. What now? This means it’s time to talk to your counselor and express to them you feel it may be time for termination. The termination…
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A friend once told me, “I feel like I need couples therapy… but with my roommate.” Although she initially meant it as a joke, my friend felt she was no longer on the same page with how her home should operate, and what she began to describe was her growing resentment for her roommate. She was not sure how to approach her feelings without causing a conflict. I began to recognize these thoughts and feelings are comparable…
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We are constantly being bombarded with messages about love and relationships in our culture. Whether it’s on TV, the radio, a magazine, or social media, we are always hearing about dating, relationships, and marriage and what is “normal” and “healthy”. It can be difficult to weed through what is not only helpful, but also what is appropriate and relevant for our own lives and relationships. Some input may be helpful for one couple but can be extremely…
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