Autism 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?
You may ask yourself at times, ‘Why am I so self-critical?’, especially when small mistakes spark outsized frustration. A slip in judgment or a minor oversight can trigger guilt that lingers far longer than the moment itself. Thoughts race. Tension rises. Pressure builds. A single mistake suddenly defines the whole day. This pattern feels familiar…
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…
Read MoreWhat Is Substance Use Disorder and How Is It Treated?
Mary-Lauren O’Crowley, NCC, LPC Substance abuse is not just about using illicit drugs and drinking alcohol excessively. It is the dependence on any substance that alters mood. That is why reliance on substances like marijuana and prescription medication is also part of this disorder. Most known substances that lead to abuse have psychoactive elements which…
Read MoreWhat Is So Impactful About Receiving and Accepting Compliments?
The nature of compliments and people’s responses to them is interesting and potentially counter intuitive. As humans we crave validation from others and human connection. We want people to like us! Interpersonal connections and social interactions are vital to our well-being. However, despite the desire for external validation from others, whether in our personal lives…
Read MoreWhat is Sleep Hygiene and How Can It Improve Sleep?
Mary-Lauren O’Crowley, NCC, LPC Are you one of the many individuals who struggles to get adequate sleep? The hullabaloo of the modern-day lifestyle along with robotic and mechanical work routine has deprived many people of their ability to sleep soundly. They feel anxious, stressed out, and even depressed. As result, they become insomniac as their…
Read MoreWhat Is Mental Health Awareness Month?
Mary-Lauren O’Crowley, LPC, NCC The importance of mental health awareness cannot be emphasized enough. We are lucky to live in a time where people are more eagerly promoting the significance of mental and emotional wellbeing. One such gesture is the observance of mental health awareness month in the month of May. Why Mental Health Awareness…
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