The Lost Art of Listening, Pt. I: Why Am I Talking?
By: Bridgette W. Gottwald, LPC, NCC It’s likely that when you feel cut off while speaking, it’s by your closest family members, friends, and or colleagues. Have you ever wondered what it is that keeps so many of us from really listening? This two-part blog series will help you to understand and provide you with…
Read MoreI Am Miserable at Work: Why Can’t I Leave My Job?
I Am Miserable at Work: Why Can’t I Leave My Job? By Eric Dean JD, MBA, MA, MA, LPC James was completely unhappy in his job as an associate litigation attorney at a large law firm. After joining the firm right out of law school he was excited, proud, and driven to make partner. However,…
Read MoreStress and Overwhelm: What’s the Difference?
By: Bridgette W. Gottwald, LPC, NCC For those of you that have worked in a restaurant before, you may resonate with this blog. It’ll paint a picture for you to get a good understanding of what it means to experience the emotions of stress and overwhelm, not only in the restaurant industry but in normal…
Read MoreWhy Do I Feel So Drained and What Could Be Causing It?
Shannon Keating, LAC A person can feel drained in many ways and the trick is to decipher what is zapping their energy. There is a standard trifecta of categories one can examine for possible answers: emotional, physical, and mental health. Sometimes, a person can be experiencing “leaks of energy” in more than one of these…
Read MoreRelationships: How Do I Make Meaningful Connections?
By: Bridgette W. Gottwald, LPC, NCC If you’re my client, then you have heard me talk extensively about the body and mind being exquisitely interconnected and in constant dialogue with one another. That makes sense, right? Well, surprisingly we tend to overlook this important fact. To be able to find our way back to ourselves…
Read MorePeople Pleasers: Are You Too Agreeable?
By: Bridgette W. Gottwald, LPC, NCC Are you attached to being a people pleaser and avoiding conflict to maintain peace and harmony? Sometimes the constant need for harmony can cause more harm than good. Many people believe that agreeableness is always a reliable asset, but that is not necessarily true. Some of this tendency can…
Read MoreUnderstanding Mom (or Dad) Guilt and How to Overcome It
Mary-Lauren O’Crowley, MA, NCC, LPC Scrolling through social media or chatting with other parents can quietly spark parental guilt, even during moments that once felt joyful. Comparison sneaks in fast, and suddenly, questions surface about effort, patience, and parenting choices. That inner pressure leads many parents to believe they fall short, even when they deliver…
Read MoreHow to Navigate Disappointment
Mary-Lauren O’Crowley, MA, NCC, LPC Everyone at least once in their lifetime will face disappointment from their family or friends. Although it is a common human emotion, avoiding disappointment can be impossible at times. The latter can even negatively affect one’s life and lead to mental distress. Therefore, it is necessary to learn to accept…
Read MoreDo ADHD Symptoms Vary With Gender?
Mary-Lauren O’Crowley, MA, NCC, LPC Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common psychological disorders. This condition is highly recognizable in childhood but may also be diagnosed in adulthood. ADHD is also linked with other personality traits such as perfectionism and obsession. But the main question remains: Do the symptoms of ADHD…
Read MoreWhat Is Acceptance and How You Can Apply It?
Mary-Lauren O’Crowley, MA, NCC, LPC Our society is riddled with quick fixes. We want to find band-aids to cover our bullet holes in order to avoid the timely and often tumultuous process of healing. Even in therapy, we find ourselves teaching techniques to alleviate our symptoms. We want to make the negative feelings go away…
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