Welcome to CounselingMatters.live and to our first post! I am honored you are taking the time to visit and read on. This blog will have many contributors on many different mental health subjects and topics of interest for people interested in living an emotionally healthy lifestyle. I hope you find these entries helpful. This entry... Continue Reading →
As we transition into spring and the weather begins to warm up, nature slowly comes back to life. Birds start to sing again, flowers begin to bloom, and new leaves appear on trees that were bare all winter. After months of cool and gray skies, these small changes can feel refreshing and full of life.... Continue Reading →
According to the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN), Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), also known as domestic violence, occurs when one person intentionally harms, threatens, or controls a current or former partner or spouse. Abuse may develop as a repeated pattern of coercion and control, but even a single incident can be a warning sign.... Continue Reading →
We live in a time where news from across the globe is always within reach. With a few taps, we can witness wars, humanitarian crises, and personal tragedies unfolding in real time. While staying informed can increase awareness and compassion, constant exposure to suffering also comes with a psychological cost. Many people today experience vicarious... Continue Reading →
Everyone knows at least one person who rarely posts on social media. While others regularly share vacations, celebrations, or everyday moments, this individual seems content staying silent. It’s easy to assume they’re disengaged or missing out on connection. But what if that silence is intentional? What if choosing not to post is actually a sign... Continue Reading →
Psychologists must be cautious when naming a disorder for a client. Several mental health conditions share overlapping traits, which can increase the risk of misdiagnosis. An inaccurate diagnosis can lead to ineffective treatment, so it is essential that clinicians take the time to assess symptoms thoroughly. Our primary responsibility is to ensure that every client... Continue Reading →
Emotions can be powerful, confusing, and sometimes difficult to put into words. Many people know they feel “bad” or “off” but struggle to explain exactly what they’re feeling. The Emotion Wheel, developed by psychologist Robert Plutchik, was designed to solve this problem by offering a clear, visual way to identify, organize, and understand emotions. By... Continue Reading →
In this blog series, we covered a lot based on the book Getting Our Bodies Back by Christine Caldwell. I learned a great deal from this book, especially the importance of paying attention to our bodies, emotions, and any sensations that might need our attention. One thing that stood out from the book is body... Continue Reading →
Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) describes a difference in how the brain interprets and responds to sensory information. This includes input from sight, sound, touch, taste, smell and movement. For people with SPD, everyday sensory experiences can feel overwhelming, underwhelming or confusing, making daily life more challenging. While SPD is most often identified in childhood, it... Continue Reading →
Ever listen to a song and feel like it was written just for you? There is this Francesca Battistelli song that is running through my brain these days because it reminds me of my life when my procrastination runs amok. There is a line in there about getting pulled over for speeding when you are... Continue Reading →
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