How To Improve Memory
Memory impacts daily life in a variety of ways – from remembering a new friend’s name to making sure you leave a few minutes early in order to fill the car up with gas – and it can be extremely frustrating to notice when memory fluctuates. Stress, depression, anxiety, and aging are common factors that […]
How To Talk To Your Therapist About Suicidal Thoughts
Suicide is a scary topic. But the truth is, many people have thoughts about taking their own life at one time or another. Talking about suicidal thoughts is important but it can be scary to talk about it with others. Thinking about death or suicide doesn’t necessarily mean you have a mental health disorder, but […]
What Intentions Do You Have For The New Year?
As the new year approaches many reflect on what has transpired over the past year. There is often talk about creating resolutions for the year to come. There can be negative feelings associated with this as often times, resolutions fizzle out and then you end up disappointed or feeling down on yourself. Instead, when reflecting […]
The Many Health Benefits Of Crying
How often have you heard some version of the message, “It won’t do any good to cry about it”? One example is the saying, “There’s no use crying over spilled milk.” People say things like this all the time. People often talk about crying like it’s a waste of time because it won’t fix the […]
Ways To Set Boundaries This Holiday Season
Setting healthy boundaries can be difficult any time of year. Around the holidays, boundaries can be especially challenging. Many people spend more time with family during the holidays, and this can sometimes activate old relationship patterns. We may feel trapped in old ways of expressing ourselves and responding to others. Emotions tend to run high […]
Breaking Negative Cycles With Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Do you ever feel stuck in a spiral of negative thoughts and emotions? Do you find yourself doing the same thing over and over again even when it’s not working? These kinds of negative cycles are at the root of many human problems, from anxiety and depression to relationship issues and substance use disorders. Finding […]
Matrescence: How Identity Changes When Becoming A Parent
Becoming a parent changes everything. Your days are packed with new tasks, and you have to prioritize things differently. Your little one is growing with astonishing speed. But what about the changes happening inside you? If you experienced pregnancy and birth, you’ve already felt your body transform in amazing ways. But the ways parenthood transforms […]
The Magic Of Art And Healing Perfectionism
Many people struggle with perfectionism–the fear of failure, the self-criticism, the feeling of never being good enough. One activity that triggers perfectionist thinking in many people is art making. When you imagine making art, do any of these thoughts spring to mind? “I’m not an artist.” “I can’t draw a straight line.” “I’m going to […]
Tips to Help Manage Anger in Children
Sometimes when children are angry they have powerful reactions. They are tiny beings full of intense emotion and feelings. These reactions may not always be the best and can hurt themselves or others. It can be challenging to teach kids how to manage their anger. This includes how to calm down or process their emotions. […]
September, It’s Suicide Prevention Month
September is national suicide prevention month. This week is notably important as the 4th through the 10th is suicide awareness week. So, what does this all mean? Throughout the month people across the nation come together to promote suicide prevention awareness. It is a time that we reflect on those who have been affected by […]