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What Can We Do When Things Feel Like They’re Too Much?
When we’re under high levels of stress and everything feels emotionally exhausting, it feels if we let out one emotion, acknowledge one feeling, we may simply crumble into a million pieces. As a result, many of us hold in our emotions to protect ourselves and others from becoming completely flooded with feelings. Whatever the reason,…
Read More9 Things Every Woman Should Know About Mental Health During Pregnancy, Part 2
By: Bridgette W. Gottwald, LPC, NCC What Are 9 Things Every Woman Should Know About Mental Health During Pregnancy? Part II Did you know that a recent study found that postpartum depression often begins before a woman gives birth? Here are some things that soon-to-be mothers should know about mental health during pregnancy. Part one…
Read More9 Things Every Woman Should Know About Mental Health During Pregnancy, Part 1
By: Bridgette W. Gottwald, LPC, NCC So, you got a positive pregnancy test and you are realizing that your entire life is changing hugely. First of all, congratulations! People will be thrilled to share their own experiences with you, as well as all of their opinions (some of which you may not want.) Do yourself…
Read More6 Ways to Practice a Mental Health Wellness Routine At Home
Steven Losardo, AMFT If you are someone who has had to transition from working in an office environment to working at home during the pandemic, it is likely that many changes have altered your routine. Mindful Magazine (2020) notes, one effect of switching to remote work is the loss of a social environment, which has…
Read MoreWhat Is The Right Type of Therapy to Address Relationship Issues?
Amanda Ann Gregory, LCPC, EMDR Certified You’re ready to participate in therapy, but you’re not sure which type of therapy would meet your needs. If your primary therapeutic need is related to your relationships, should you seek individual, couples or family therapy? Should I Choose Individual, Couples, or Family Therapy to Address Relationship Issues? Consider…
Read MoreObsessive Compulsive Disorder: What Is It and How Is It Treated?
Mary-Lauren O’Crowley, NCC, LPC We all have battles within ourselves that we must face. Some may be due to past mistakes, while some may not be our fault or caused by anything which we have done. One such battle which we have practically no hand in causing is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), a mental illness…
Read MoreIs It Possible To Thrive Within the Pandemic?
It’s hard to believe, but the one-year mark of when we went into a global lockdown is quickly approaching. While entering year two doesn’t exactly carry the excitement of New Year’s Eve, it does provide a time for reflection both on the past year and what we hope for in the year to come. Take…
Read MoreHow to Increase Motivation and Productivity During Covid
Mary-Lauren O’Crowley NCC, LPC The pandemic brought with it a lot of disruptions. Aside from limiting physical interaction, it also altered in-office jobs, causing most companies to adapt to remote working. The interruption has been emotionally draining, interfering greatly with concentration, motivation, and production. The covid season has introduced new struggles. While you…
Read MoreHow Does Self Esteem Differ In Gender Roles?
Melanie Lustbader, LPC As a newborn, babies are either given a blue or pink hat, depending if they’re male or female. As the infant gets older, the females are expected to play with dolls and males are expected to play with trucks or trains. Society gives gender roles and assigns either objects or certain activities…
Read MoreHow Do I Find My Sense of Self?
By: Danielle Bertini, LPC At some point in your life, you’ve probably been asked the questions, “So tell me a bit about yourself?” What are your hobbies? What do you do for fun?” Maybe you’re able to answer those questions without hesitation, however a lot of people struggle with answering these questions due to…
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