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Am I an Anxious Person?
Ever wondered, "Am I an anxious person?" Have you questioned, does my anxiety feel like everyone else’s? Why does it seem like my anxiety is higher than most? Perhaps your loved ones around you have pointed it out. They’ve mentioned you seem uptight and have a hard...
What is Trauma?
WRITTEN BY: MARQUIA CALDWELL, LPC “Trauma is much more than a story about the past…trauma is re-experienced in the present, not as a story, but as profoundly disturbing physical sensations and emotions that may be associated with memories of past trauma” -Bessel van...
Anxiety- What is it?
WRITTEN BY: KIMBERLY ALANIZ, LCSW-S Nearly every individual will experience symptoms of anxiety in their lifetime. In fact, small amounts of anxiety aren’t necessarily a bad thing. So, can anxiety be good? Or even helpful? The answer is, yes! Like other emotions,...
What to Expect When You’re Expecting…Your First Counseling Appointment
Thinking of your first session with your counselor can be scary. But rest assured, it’s not as scary as you think. This blog below will go over some expectations you can have for your first meeting with your new counselor. How a Counselor is Different than a Doctor To...
How to Help a Loved One who has Anxiety
Coping with anxiety is difficult for the person going through it. Also true for the people around them. Family members and close friends impacted by having a loved one struggle with anxiety is difficult too. This blog focuses 3 easy ways a loved one can support their...
5 Easy Ways to Manage Anxiety
WRITTEN BY: KIMBERLY ALANIZ, LCSW-S Do you feel like getting your anxiety under control seems too hard? Below are 5 easy things you can do today to get you anxiety under control- and each just take few minutes. 1.Step away from the caffeine Although coffee affects...
4 Questions to Answer BEFORE Starting Counseling
So you’ve decided it’s time to get counseling, but you’re not sure where to start? Here are the 4 questions you must answer before choosing a counselor: Will I use my insurance or go the private pay route? What is the problem I’m facing? What are their office hours?...
Barely Adjusting or Well Adjusted?
SlotogateDoes staying at home make you feel like your mind is going a little crazy? Have you noticed how many people seem to be adjusting, baking, crafting, completed DIY projects and being stellar home school teachers? Do you feel the exact opposite? You’re not...
What is this Telehealth Business?
What is Telehealth Counseling? Telehealth has been called “distance counseling,” “telecounseling,” “virtual counseling,” “online therapy” and the like. We’re all talking about the same thing- counseling that happens virtually through a tech device. The American...
How to Deal with Sadness During the Winter Season #whysoglumchum
Not feeling the holiday spirit? Do the holidays have you feeling glum? If so, you’re not the only one. Did you know holidays have a tendency of making those who feel happy, happier? and those who feel sad, sadder? Maybe you’re grieving a breakup, divorce, death of a...
Marriage Advice #ido
I recently took an informal poll (shout out, you know who you are!) to hear what tips for a budding marriage all those married, separated, or divorced out there had. While the population was diverse, there were clear themes of listening and communication, being best...
5 love languages and Healthier Communication
By guest blogger: Lisa Arce, LPC Have you found yourselves arguing more lately? Are you feeling disconnected, neglected or resentful? Unfortunately for a lot of us, when we become angry at our spouse or partner we tend to shove it down, ignore it or not deal with it....
What to Say when your Kid Says This #whentolisten #whentoignore
Below is a list of common complaints you are likely to hear your child say, especially if they are into their teen or tween years. Although you are likely pretty sharp on knowing your kid, below is a list of statements that are some common we may find ourselves...
Foods that Affect Your Child’s Behavior By Eva Nestor, RDN, LD
Food and nutrition play a vital role in your child’s development and growth. In a nutshell, childhood eating habits can affect brain development, mood and behavior. Many parents find themselves struggling with their child’s challenging behavior, and wonder is there...
3 Easy Steps to Stop Your Mind from Trippin’ #mindtrippin
Scientist, engineers, physicists, and the like have attempted to create something which could be the biggest contribution to mankind: A Time Machine. We’ve read the books, we’ve read the stories, and pretty much agree they’ve been sci-fi [for the most part]. I don’t...
3 Ways to Handle Summer Stress of Kids at Home
WRITTEN BY: BRITNEY VINCENT, LPC Handling summer stress of kids at home can feel like a tall order—because while summer can be fun, it can also be stressful, especially when the kids are home all day. The days are longer, the routine changes, and sometimes it feels...
Why Regular Attendance in Therapy Matters
WRITTEN BY: SARAH RIVERA, LPC-S You’ve made the brave decision to start therapy—now what? Beginning counseling is an incredible first step, but the next most important part is staying committed. Why regular attendance in therapy matters comes down to one key thing:...
When Culture and Counseling Cross
WRITTEN BY SARAH RIVERA, LPC April is National Counseling Awareness Month and National Minority Health Month—a perfect time to remind ourselves that sometimes when culture and counseling cross it can be tough. But it’s also a time for us to talk about how counseling...
Warning Signs of Your Loved Ones Drinking Behavior
WRITTEN BY: SARAH RIVERA, LPC-S April is Alcohol Awareness Month. This is the perfect time to talk about something often overlooked —warning signs of a loved one’s drinking behavior. In this post, we’ll walk you through 5 warning signs of your loved one’s drinking...
How To Spring Clean Your Life
WRITTEN BY: BRITNEY VINCENT, LPC Spring is a season of new starts—a time when nature wakes up, flowers bloom, and the world feels fresh again. But spring cleaning isn’t just for our homes; you can learn how to spring clean your life too. Clearing out physical clutter...
Better Sleep Equals Better Mental Health
WRITTEN BY: SARAH RIVERA, LPC-S In times of busyness, it’s easy to forget the importance of sleep, but better sleep equals better mental health—it’s that simple. Whether it’s work, family obligations, or financial stress, we often prioritize everything else, leaving...
Know Your Self- Worth
WRITTEN BY: BRITNEY VINCENT, LPC- Sometimes, it’s hard to know your self-worth. Yes, everyone has unique strengths, experiences, and qualities that make them valuable. But why do we compare ourselves to others, doubt our abilities, or feel like we’re not good enough?...
Uncommon Red Flags in Teen Relationships
WRITTEN BY: SARAH RIVERA, LPC-S Not all teenage relationships are filled with love and happiness, and uncommon red flags in teen relationships that parents shouldn’t ignore can sometimes be hidden beneath the surface. For many parents, watching their teenager engage...
Setting Mental Health Goals You Can Stick To
WRITTEN BY: JENNIFER PATRICK, LMSW - When you’ve been through tough significant life events, setting mental health goals you can stick to can feel overwhelming. But goals can also be a powerful way to take back control of your life, one step at a time. “For I know the...
Achieve Your New Year’s Goals and Improve Your Mental Health
WRITTEN BY: Britney Vincent, LPC As we start a new year, it’s a great time to think about what we want to change in our lives. Achieve Your New Year's Goals and Improve Your Mental Health by recognizing that how we feel and think plays a big role in making those...