Common Couples Issues: Faulty Communication Styles I was recently asked about frequent topics discussed in couples counseling, and without batting an eye my answer was The Four Horsemen. World renowned relationship therapist and researcher, Dr. John Gottman uses the title “The Four Horsemen” to describe the four communication styles that can be detrimental for couples.... Continue Reading →
Have you ever sat there and mindlessly scrolled through your social media feed? I’m fairly confident in saying that almost all of us have, but have you ever mindlessly scrolled through your feed and noticed that you just felt badly after? Whether you notice yourself becoming irritable or even sad, you feel worse off than... Continue Reading →
There are times in life when we have problems adjusting to certain issues that arise in our lives. Sometimes situations become too much and we can’t cope with them properly and symptoms linger on for an extended amount of time as well as we start to develop symptoms that aren’t in line with our normal... Continue Reading →
Relationships often begin with a bang. This bang is known as the “honeymoon stage,” and this is when the fireworks go off. Individuals in this stage report feeling head over heels and even out of their minds in love. These individuals experience an intense desire to be near the object of their affection and deeply... Continue Reading →
You’ve most likely stumbled upon pictures of these on Pinterest -- the detailed and colored journals, calendars, and several types of lists. The bullet journal has grown into an overwhelmingly well-known type of creative journaling over the last few years, and it shows! Unlike conventional agendas, diaries, journals, or planners, this bullet journal contains everything... Continue Reading →
Partaking in various forms of art can be very relaxing. However, there is a difference between art therapy and therapeutic art making. While both are beneficial, working with a professional art therapist is different in its own right. When you work with an art therapist, they are trained to know what mediums... Continue Reading →
I recently interviewed a friend to talk about her experience with anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and anxiety attacks. I’ve known her for a couple of years, and I have seen first-hand what her anxiety and depression have looked like, as well as sitting through a panic attack with her. We discussed some questions and answers... Continue Reading →
As I am writing this blog, I have a million things on my mind. I have a final exam at 8 am tomorrow, I have to pack up my dorm room, turn in final papers, hand in keys, and complete my undergraduate degree. This isn't just a "goodbye" to my time at Olive Branch Counseling... Continue Reading →
I recently interviewed a friend to talk about her experience with anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and anxiety attacks. I’ve known her for a couple of years, and I have seen first-hand what her anxiety and depression have looked like, as well as sitting through a panic attack with her. We reviewed some questions and answers... Continue Reading →
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