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How to Use Your Commute to Your Advantage
Matthew Cuddeback, LCSW When living in a major metropolitan area it is unfortunately a part of our lives that we will have some sort of lengthy commute. This time spent commuting can not only be frustrating, but also easily squandered, it is all too easy to be sitting on the train ruminating about something that…
Read MoreMental Health and Mass Violence
Matthew Cuddeback, LCSW Mental health has become a major talking point recently as a result of people trying to make sense of the terrorist attacks in Texas and Ohio. These sad and all too frequent acts of violence are rife with areas worth discussion and understanding, but the area that I feel is crucial for…
Read More5 Time Management Misconceptions in the Workplace
I work with many clients who are overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, and sometimes even depressed at their jobs because they have stressful careers where there is a ton of responsibilities on their plate. Sometimes my clients report they get overwhelmed due to lacking in time management skills at their job. My job as their clinical therapist…
Read MoreMicromastery: New Skills for Breaking Your Stagnancy
There are times in our lives where we feel like we’ve hit a wall – where something about our life or situation feels stagnant. Feeling “stuck” in a place that feels less than optimal can be frustrating. In these moments we are quicker to respond with irritability, anger, sadness, and pessimism. If you feel like…
Read MoreDo we actually need to have hobbies to be happy and productive at work? Yes.
I work with many clients who struggle to give time for themselves, such as doing some self care by implementing one of their favorite hobbies, due to their busy professional life. My job as their clinical therapist is to help the client better understand why they are not allowing themselves to have their “me” time…
Read More10 Simple Self-Care Methods
Amanda Ann Gregory, LCPC, EMDR Certified Self-care has become a phenomenon. We hear about the importance of self-care everywhere we turn. You might know the self-care methods of your loved ones or of your favorite celebrity. But do you know what self-care practices work best for you? Self-care isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. Something that works…
Read More7 Communication Skills to Use During Conflicts
Amanda Ann Gregory, LCPC, EMDR Certified Would you rather avoid conversations which may involve conflict? If so, you’re not alone. Conversations involving conflict can be intimidating and difficult. Yet, it’s important that we participate in these discussions, as conflict is a natural ingredient of a healthy relationship. It might be easier for you to engage…
Read MorePhrases to Use When Giving Your Therapist Negative Feedback
Amanda Ann Gregory, LCPC, EMDR Certified Your therapist isn’t perfect and is sure to mess up in one way or another. When something isn’t going right, it’s important to address it with your therapist by providing them with direct feedback. Sharing your concerns can strengthen your relationship with your therapist, help get your treatment back…
Read MoreStrategies to Quit Worrying
Danielle Bertini Many people know all too well the feeling of joy from something positive in their life being contaminated by the stress of feeling like it’s only a matter of time before the pendulum would swing the other way. Unfortunately, this is a very common occurrence. When driven people care about something and finally…
Read MoreTrue Awakenings: The Process and How to Heal
Have you ever experienced an earth-shattering moment in your life, one that made you question who you are, or reevaluate your belief systems? Perhaps you’ve had an experience close to that – like a “wake up call”, a moment that made you act on healthier changes in a rapid way. Or, perhaps you’ve been trying…
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