by Carrie | Jul 9, 2019 | Couples, Individuals
It’s all been settled. The ink’s dry and a painful chapter in your life has closed.But now what? How do you cope with the aftermath of divorce?Sadly, divorce is common for many of us. The best estimate, based on projections, is 45% of marriages will end in divorce....
by Carrie | Jun 25, 2019 | Couples, Individuals
It’s happening again. You and your partner are slipping into an argument about money.This has happened before, so you can see it coming. This time it’s because he made a really big purchase without consulting with you first.What’s wrong with him?! You’d think he came...
by Carrie | Jun 11, 2019 | Couples, Individuals
There’s a reason we have so many clichés about change…the only constant is change, out with the old and in with the new, all good things must come to an end…yada yada. We all go through the peaks and pits of life, and for most of us, you experience them...
by Carrie | May 13, 2019 | Couples, Individuals
If you’re like most people, you’ve probably heard about the dangers of toxic relationships. There are plenty of stories from people who have experienced horrible physical, emotional and psychological abuse from partners.The truth is most relationships don’t start out...
by Carrie | Apr 29, 2019 | Individuals
If you’re left anxious from the busyness of life, take heart, you’re not alone. Many of us get caught up in our busy day-to-day lives. It’s understandable. There’s work, making sure the kids get to practice, getting dinner on the table, and squeezing in a workout when...
by Blue Boat Counseling | Mar 21, 2019 | Couples, Individuals, Military & Veterans, Teens
Your mind can be your own worst enemy when you are dealing with depression symptoms. The emotional overwhelm is bad enough. Then, depressing thoughts exacerbate the situation. In fact, you can get stuck in an emotional whirlpool by going over and over those thoughts...
by Blue Boat Counseling | Mar 6, 2019 | Individuals
“I feel so overwhelmed! I have no idea how I’m going to get everything done that’s on my plate right now!” Sound familiar? These days, you’re expected to be everything—working professional, caring parent, family organizer and planner, budget manager, cook, etc. The...
by Blue Boat Counseling | Feb 17, 2019 | Couples, Individuals, Military & Veterans, Teens
You’ve noticed there’s something “off” about your partner or someone you love lately, but you can’t put your finger on it. They seem withdrawn and more reserved than normal. Like when it’s time to get up in the morning, they stay in bed much later than...
by Blue Boat Counseling | Jan 25, 2019 | Couples, Individuals, Military & Veterans, Teens
It’s a new year, which means the opportunity for new beginnings. Like many, you may be planning to go on a big trip or get back into shape. Think about this—when you’re making your list of goals for the coming year, why not include ways to lower your stress and reduce...
by Blue Boat Counseling | Jan 3, 2019 | Couples, Individuals, Military & Veterans, Teens
It can be hard just getting through the day. In the morning, you may see a news story about Afghanistan, which brings back a memory from when you served. During the afternoon drive home, you feel your stress levels rise as you drive past some trash in road. Over...
