What is Alcohol Tolerance?
By Eric Dean JD, MBA, MA, MA, LPC, CADC The first time John drank alcohol he felt the effects after 2 drinks. The 300th time John drank it took 12 drinks to achieve similar effects. After many years of heavy drinking John has built up a tolerance to alcohol. According to the National Institute on…
Read MoreWhat Does Verbal Abuse Sound Like?
Hannah Hopper, LPC Most of us would like to think that if we were in a relationship that was abusive, we’d be able to notice it and get out. But verbal abuse is a bit more subtle, and some people experience regular verbal abuse without even knowing it. So what is verbal abuse? It’s a…
Read MoreUnderstanding Anger and How to Manage It
Mary-Lauren O’Crowley, NCC, LPC Do you view people who get easily angered to be obnoxious and unreasonable? Well, in that case, you may want to continue reading. While we may dislike how people react to various situations when they are triggered, it is important to remember that anger is often a secondary emotion. What does…
Read MoreWhat Are the Stages of Development
Matthew Cuddeback LCSW The Stages of Development is a fascinating psychological theory created by Erik Erickson that states we go through a specific set of stages at different ages in our lives. We have to navigate the challenges of these stages to come out with a healthy understanding of ourselves. There are many theories…
Read MoreGaslighting: Signs You Are Gaslighting Others and How to Change
Gaslighting sits at the center of many strained relationships and emotional struggles. The topic pulls attention because it influences communication and trust. The signs you are gaslighting others can surface in subtle ways that often go unnoticed until tension rises. The term comes from a 1938 theater production called Gaslight. Wilkinson (2017) notes that the…
Read MoreWhat Is Alcoholics Anonymous and Is It Right for Me?
By Eric Dean JD, MBA, MA, MA, LPC, CADC Addiction is a disease with no cure, but there are numerous treatment options available that you may not be familiar with. In my practice working with clients who are struggling with substance abuse, I oftentimes receive questions about Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)*, which I will summarize in…
Read MoreIs Dating App Rejection Causing You Depression and Anxiety?
Steven Losardo, LMFT Similar to the anxiety that you may experience after posting a selfie on social media, putting yourself out there on dating apps can also be nerve-wracking. At times, using a dating app may lead to few matches and result in feelings of rejection. Dating apps such as Bumble, Plenty of Fish, and…
Read More5 Tips to Decrease Work Stress with Your Spouse
Steven Losardo, MFT Returning to the office after working from home or being unemployed during the pandemic can be an adjustment. The change may be adding stress and negatively impacting your relationships, but there are paths to relief. Together with your spouse, you can help each other relieve stress by using various exercises. Tip 1:…
Read More5 Tips for Spotting Imposters on Dating Apps
Steven Losardo, AMFT The creation of online dating apps has been the start of love stories for millions of people. However, getting to know someone can be risky when you are not face-to-face. Some people shy away from online dating apps for the fear of getting catfished or being the victim of a romance scam.…
Read MoreTips for When A Loved One is Hurting
Matthew Cuddeback LCSW It can often feel that the field of mental health is a bit of a mystery. While there are certainly many areas that are incredibly complex and confusing, often times this mystery simply comes from unfamiliarity, fear, and a general lack of conversation. For this reason, it is helpful to have…
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