Pandemic 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…
Read MoreHow to Boost Your Self-Esteem
Mary-Lauren O’Crowley, MA, NCC Put simply, self-esteem is the way that we view ourselves and our capabilities. For some, their opinion of themselves is very positive; however, for others, they may find that they are stuck in a pit hole of self-criticism. Falling victim to low self-esteem is not an age-related event, as it can…
Read MoreHow To Be Accountable In A Partnership Even When You Are “Right?”
Steven Losardo, AMFT Schultheis et al. 2010 note that you may divert attention, give excuses, or justify when not being accountable for something you have done or are still doing. In a committed relationship, this often results in arguments or conflicts and, if not addressed, perpetual gridlock (Gottman, 2017). This blog will review a couple…
Read MoreHow Do Men and Women Differ in Suicide?
By: Ashlee Stumpf, LPC While working in a men’s group for the past four years, I have heard of numerous hardships. One which continues to strike me is the number of these men who had suicidal thoughts or made previous attempts to take their own life. Unfortunately, this is not uncommon. According to the World…
Read MoreHow Do I Shift My Mindset (Just in Time for the New Year)?
It’s no secret that our mindset tends to dictate the way we interpret experiences throughout our lives. If we’re in a good mood we typically look on the bright side of things. Find the positives wherever we can. If we’re in a bad mood, everything’s terrible and nothing is going our way. During my sessions…
Read MoreHow Do I Separate Work and Home While Working From Home?
Ariannah Hood, LMSW If your home has become your workspace, you may have found it difficult to separate your personal and professional life. By no longer having the ability to leave a work building and enter your home at the end of a workday creates blurred lines between those parts of your life. It is…
Read MoreHow Can I Stand Up for What I Need?
By: Danielle Bertini, LPC Are you the type of person who tries their best to be respectful and show compassion and concern towards others when they need it? Maybe you’re too pleasing most of the time. Or maybe you really connect with the Golden Rule, “Do unto others as you would have others do unto…
Read MoreHow Do I Match My Communication to Different Styles of Learning?
Amanda Ann Gregory, LCPC, EMDR Certified You can improve your communication by matching someone’s learning style. The three main learning styles are visual, auditory, and kinesthetic. Some people have a primary learning style, while others have a combination of styles. In order to improve your communication with someone, try matching their style of learning. First,…
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