What Are 7 Forms of Domestic Abuse Besides Physical & Sexual? Part 1
By: Ashlee Stumpf, LPC COVID-19 has caused countless issues for us this year; some directly, some indirectly. One indirect consequence of this virus is the rise of domestic violence. To be clear, domestic violence has been at epidemic levels for years, but with recent stay-at-home orders, job losses, and lack of out of the house…
Read MoreWhat Am I Missing? Practical Tips for Understanding Your Emotions
Hannah Hopper, LPC, NCC Emotions can be confusing and hard to pin down–particularly if you grew up in a family that didn’t talk much about feelings. There is a whole set of vocabulary words that can describe what is going on inside, but it can be like learning a whole new language if you’ve never…
Read MoreThe Importance of Mental Health and Its De-Stigmatization
Mary-Lauren O’Crowley, MA, NCC Roughly one in five Americans is living with a mental illness. Despite its pervasiveness, however, ⅔ of these Americans will not receive help. Whether this stems from reluctance due to widespread stigmatization or the inaccessibility of affordable care, the underlying premise remains the same: mental health care is incredibly important to…
Read MoreRemedies to the Four Horsemen
Hannah Hopper, LPC, NCC In my last blog I described what the Four Horsemen are, and how they can show up in romantic relationships. To recap, the Four Horsemen are unhealthy patterns that couples can fall into with communication, and once these patterns are identified they can be replaced with productive and respectful ways of…
Read MorePlanes, Trains, Automobiles, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Matthew Cuddeback LCSW This is part II of a series about mental health in media. If you are so inclined, please be sure to read Part I- They Really Were on A Break: Couples Therapy with Ross and Rachel. Planes, Trains, and Automobiles, the perennial holiday classic by John Hughes is a classic for many…
Read MoreProductivity Methods: Which Work Best for You?
By: Bridgette W. Gottwald, LPC, NCC Have you been struggling to stay productive or get things done recently? Well, you’re not alone! This time of year when temperatures continue to drop, we spend countless hours of the day inside. As we continue to work remotely amidst the global pandemic, it can be particularly challenging to…
Read MoreThey Really Were on A Break: Couples Therapy with Ross and Rachel
Matthew Cuddeback LCSW It can be fun to discuss the ways in which mental health is portrayed in pop-culture, but it can also provide insight into the national psyche as well as lift up positive and healthy portrayals of mental health issues and knock down those that are not. One such interesting example worth…
Read MorePandemic Fatigue: What It Is and Ways to Combat It
As we enter December, I won’t even mention how far into the pandemic we are. That said, more and more clients are beginning to present with similar symptoms. These symptoms are reminiscent of those struggling with depression, although, these are symptoms many of these clients have never felt before. It’s impossible to ignore the impact…
Read MoreHow to Suggest Therapy to Your Partner or a Loved One?
Erin Ameri, LPC There is no question that times are tough right now, and everyone could use some extra support. Therapy can feel like a daunting experience to those who have never done it before. Often we find ourselves in therapy once we’ve hit a breaking point, rather than as a preventative measure. In the…
Read MoreHow to Broach COVID-19 With Children
By Mary-Lauren O’Crowley, MA, NCC Living in the midst of a pandemic, we are constantly being inundated with news reports, statistics, and real-life stories about the impact of COVID-19. With a so-called “second wave” of shutdowns, it is no surprise that our children are also starting to feel the effects of pandemic fatigue. Schools have…
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