by Carrie | Jun 10, 2022 | General Mental Health
Right up front, let’s be clear about what is meant by LGBTQIA+. It stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, (questioning), intersex, asexual, and (agender). This is not meant to exclude anyone but rather to be as welcoming as possible. Over the past...
by Carrie | Mar 16, 2022 | Depression
Most people experience some version of the “winter blues.” For some people, however, it is a debilitating mental condition. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a form of depression. The official name is Major Depressive Disorder with Seasonal Pattern. It can emerge...
by Carrie | Feb 28, 2022 | Anxiety
Have you ever felt fearful or anxious about becoming unwell? Do you find yourself in public worrying about germs, bacteria, or viruses that could possibly get you sick? Perhaps you worry about your health or often seek reassurance from friends, family, or doctors that...
by Carrie | Jan 31, 2022 | Anxiety
Anxiety is the most common mental health issue in the U.S. Over 40 million Americans report struggling with anxiety. Who knows what the unreported numbers are? Long story short: You are not alone and anxiety is nothing to be ashamed of. Life is stressful — especially...
by Carrie | Jan 16, 2022 | Family
Feeling disconnected in 2022 can sometimes seem like the new normal. Political divisions, civil unrest, and all the fallout from pandemic lockdowns are enough to divide any group of people. These factors can even play a role in family disconnection, although personal...
by Carrie | Dec 15, 2021 | Family
Even a happy family needs help sometimes, and working with a family therapist is a great way for you and your loved ones to learn new tools and perspectives. In addition, you’ll learn about communication and sharpen your skills when it comes to resolving conflict....
by Carrie | Nov 18, 2021 | Family
There are a lot of misconceptions about family therapy. For many people, it stirs up an image of an entire family in group therapy. But that is only one option. Family therapy really earns its name in another way. It’s a form of counseling that focuses on family...
by Carrie | Sep 21, 2021 | Anxiety
If there ever was a “golden age” of stress and anxiety, it probably began in March 2020. No matter where you stand on all that’s happened, you’ve likely been and are still very stressed from the effects of COVID-19 and the other issues we’ve experienced. A global...
by Carrie | Sep 3, 2021 | Anxiety
Everyone gets stressed. And dealing with it is a normal and inevitable part of life. In most cases, daily stress is helpful. It guides you away from unnecessary risks and helps you remain self-aware. These days, however, we are more inundated with stress than ever...
by Carrie | Aug 18, 2021 | Teens
Although you’re not 100% sure, you might suspect that your teen is anxious. Lately, your child has been a little “off.” They seem moodier and hole up in their room most of the time. On the one hand, you understand this is normal teenage behavior. On the other hand,...
