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COVID Fatigue is Real!
Here we are, nine months into the Coronavirus pandemic and I am EXHAUSTED! And, according to my clients, they are EXHAUSTED, too! (I'm guessing you are as well.) This is not just "it's been a long day" exhausted; this is the kind of exhausted that makes you tired ten...
Is it Obsessive Compulsive Disorder… or something else?
You may have heard that someone who constantly cleans, makes lists, or is described as a “perfectionist” has Obsessive Compulsive Disorder…
Four Foods to Beat Insomnia
Getting good sleep is incredibly important for your overall health, not just your mental health. It may reduce your risk of developing certain chronic illnesses, keep your brain healthy, and boost your immune system. It’s generally recommended that you get between 7...
Four Tips to Handle a Break-Up
Author: Gina Stokes, Lindsey Wilson College practicum student Date: September 10, 2021 Relationship breakups can cause feelings of anxiety as well as sadness, grief, and anger for one or both people in the relationship. While there may also be positive feelings of...
How to Kick Seasonal Depression
Written by Beth Willis, MA, LPCA Do you find yourself struggling with an overwhelming sense of sadness and depression during the winter months? You aren’t alone! An estimated 10 million Americans experience increased feelings of melancholy, a lack of energy and a...
New Counselor on Board!
Tips for Finding the Right Therapist
As part of my "opening monologue" to a new client, I include information about Confidentiality (what you say here, stays here), Cancellations (give me at least 24 hours notice to allow for someone else to take your abandoned spot), and Illness (if you are sick, don't...
What You Should Know About Professional Counselors
So what makes a Licensed Professional so special?
5 Ways Seeing a Counselor is Different From Seeing a Doctor
While mental health is an essential part of overall health, selecting a counselor is not the same as selecting a doctor.
Is Your Relationship Toxic?
The Definition of Toxic What would you do if you picked up a bite to eat and the food wrapper was labeled toxic? Would you eat it? Of course not. You know that toxic means something is poisonous to your bodies and can hurt you. Unfortunately, toxic relationships don’t...