What NOT To Do With Someone Struggling with Their Mental Health
Have you ever had a friend or family member open up to you about their mental health? Did you find yourself unsure of what to say or how to respond to them due to your lack of experience or knowledge of mental health? While mental health awareness continues to grow and stigmas continue to be…
Read MoreThe Link Between Your Mood and Diet
Hannah Hopper We’ve all heard that the food we eat impacts the way that our bodies feel, but according to recent research the food we consume can also impact our mind and emotions, and in some instances poor nutrition has been linked to depression. According to Dr. Eva Selhub of Harvard Health Publishing, certain foods…
Read MoreIs Your Teen Depressed?: Warning Signs and How to Help
The transition from childhood into adolescence is never easy – it’s not easy for the transitioning teen, the parents/caregiver(s), or the whole family. As teens’ mental, physical, emotional, and social development changes, so do their behaviors. Understanding and experiencing these changes is not always a clear and simple journey. Sometimes, more complicated issues can happen…
Read MoreAdverse Childhood Experiences: How They Impact You Today
Hannah Hopper We know that what happens to us as children matters. We still feel hurt by experiences we had growing up, and have trouble escaping the mistakes our parents made, whether it’s through repeating the same patterns we saw or because we can’t seem to get away from troubling memories. But is it possible…
Read MoreBeing Distracted in a Digital World
Danielle Bertini As I sit down to write this blog, my phone, laptop, and iPad all light up and simultaneously ding with notifications. It’s hard to imagine life before our world became dominated with smartphones and other devices that make us so accessible, but more importantly, so easily distracted. Although this constant fragmentation of our…
Read MoreTools and Techniques for Managing a Mental Health Crisis
If you happened to stumble upon this blog post, there’s a strong chance that you are familiar with the mental health field to some capacity. Perhaps you have received your own therapeutic services in the past, or are currently curious about entering into a mental health service. You may also be in a position where…
Read MoreThe Connection Between Senses and Trauma
Matthew Cuddeback, LCSW Have you ever experienced a moment that felt as though it came completely out of nowhere, in which you suddenly became anxious, sweaty, shaky? This can happen when you are at home, out with friends, etc. For example, let’s say you are at a crowded bar and all of the sudden you…
Read MoreWhen They Refuse to Apologize
Matthew Cuddeback, LCSW We’ve all been there, someone has done something hurtful and you have been able to work through your emotions and process what happened and in order to feel as though it can be all wrapped up and everyone can move on, what you need next is an apology. Maybe you hint at…
Read MoreParenting Strategies to Set Your Child Up for Success
Throughout our upbringing and early adulthood two of our main goals are for happiness and success. These words can mean different things to various individuals and one person’s version of success may not be another’s but overall, these are the two things most individuals work towards throughout their lives. Despite this being a priority for…
Read MoreBreaking the “Others Had It Worse” Mindset After Childhood Abuse
Childhood influences how we see ourselves and how we connect with others. Many people carry hidden wounds from emotional abuse in childhood, and these wounds influence relationships, communication, and daily life. Some memories feel vague and confusing, which leads many people to question their own experiences. This doubt creates a cycle that blocks healing and…
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