How Can I Be Successful with Online Dating?
By: Danielle Bertini, LPC It’s been more than two decades since the launch of commercial dating sites like Match.com, which has evolved into a multibillion-dollar industry around the world (Orbuch, 2010). According to a 2019 Pew Research Center study, three-in-ten U.S. adults say they have ever used a dating site or app (Vogels, 2020). And…
Read MoreGrieving The Loss of a Pet
Mary-Lauren O’Crowley, NCC, LPC Many of us have a strong emotional attachment to our furry friends. A pet is not “just a cat” or “just a dog” to us. They are a treasured member of our household who brings us company, laughter, joy, and even love. A pet may provide structure to your life, keep you…
Read MoreFeeling Stuck? How Can we Pull Ourselves Out When Stuck in a Rut?
After living in a global pandemic for over a year now, many of us are struggling with feeling stuck. Stuck in our homes, stuck in the same routines, stuck in unhealthy patterns or relationships, and just stuck in general. Frequently, many of us are inspired and motivated by creative outlets or activities we partake in…
Read MoreConversations From Pain: How to Engage in Difficult Conversations
Steven Topper LCPC One of the more challenging things to do is tell the people close to us that they’ve bothered, frustrated, disappointed, or hurt us. We tend to be conflict-averse, and even when we aren’t, we can do more harm in the ways we communicate these emotions. Navigating these choppy waters can be so…
Read MoreAutism Spectrum Disorder: What is it and How is it Treated?
Mary-Lauren O’Crowley, NCC, LPC Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects approximately one in every 160 children worldwide. However, WHO points out that this statistic is an average, and recorded prevalence varies widely between studies. In the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that one out of every 54 children has ASD.…
Read MoreAre You Experiencing Financial Abuse?
Amanda Ann Gregory, LCPC, EMDR Certified Financial abuse occurs in many relationships. It can persist in romantic relationships, friendships, and family relationships. The impact of financial abuse can be devastating, and therefore it’s important to be aware of the signs of financial abuse so that you can protect yourself. To determine whether you are experiencing…
Read MoreAre You Checking In With Your Partner?
Life can be pretty hectic sometimes. Especially with COVID restrictions ending, life seems to be getting busier day by day. We are able to meet up with our friends who we may not have seen in quite a while, or we may be returning to the office. As life is seemingly returning to “normal” (whatever…
Read MoreWhy Do I Lack Self-Confidence?
By Eric Dean JD, MBA, MA, MA, LPC, CADC A common concern I hear from clients is that they lack self-confidence, constantly doubting themselves at work and in relationships. After many attempts to fix the problem, they find themselves unable to identify and implement a sustainable solution. In many cases, this is a consequence of…
Read MoreWhy Am I My Own Worst Enemy?
By Eric Dean, JD, MBA, MA, MA, LPC, CADC For many of us it is true that we are incredibly hard on ourselves. We feel upset, frustrated, and guilty when we make mistakes or fall short of expectations and consequently punish ourselves via harsh self-criticism. While moderate self-criticism may be helpful, the severity of the…
Read MoreWhat’s Self-Reparenting? (And Do I need it?)
Amanda Ann Gregory, LCPC, EMDR Certified Reparenting is a therapeutic intervention that’s often used in trauma treatment. It’s the process of experiencing parenting as an adult as a way to heal the parenting needs that you did not receive as a child. This is usually accomplished by a therapist acting in the role of a…
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