How often do you find yourself putting yourself last on your list of things to do? Kids, laundry, carpools, cooking, cleaning, working, it never ends. Do you hear a voice in your head telling you to just run away? Often times, when we put everything before us, nonverbally we tell our environment... Continue Reading →
It has reached that time as I depart ways with Olive Branch as an undergraduate intern. Words cannot express how amazing it was and grateful I am to have been a part of such a great practice among outstanding counselors for my internship. I believe that while interning here I was able to gain a... Continue Reading →
My time as an undergrad intern here at Olive Branch has come to an end. It has been an experience I will never forget. I have learned so much these past several months. Being able to spend time with the children at Acorn Child Care has taught me overall patience and the different ways children... Continue Reading →
I have often heard it said that people do not like change. Does that include even the good change? How often have you started a new job, and the initial few weeks are filled with anxiety? That change includes several changes along with it! New people, a new boss, a new work flow, a new... Continue Reading →
Beginning this Wednesday April 18th, a postpartum group run by Carolyn LoScuito, MA, LPC will be starting again! When: Wednesdays @ 5:15 pm Where: OBCA 6819 W. 167th Street, Tinley Park, IL Contact: Please contact Carolyn at (708) 580-6783 to register or to answer any questions! Postpartum Challenges Being a new mom is an exhilarating,... Continue Reading →
Stress in relation to mental wellbeing can be defined as strain or pressure. This type of tension can result from work, family, relationships, school, etc. Maybe you are feeling stressed out from all of the above! When stress becomes out of control, the side effects can be seen emotionally and physically. Emotionally there might be... Continue Reading →
“We can learn something new anytime we believe we can.” Virginia Satir Virginia Satir, an American therapist, social worker, and author, who helped expand the world of family therapy. Along with Jay Haley, Milton Erickson, and Cloe Madanes, Virginia Satir was one of the many who shaped family therapy within the field of psychology. In... Continue Reading →
Melanie Klein was an Austrian who was well known for play therapy. She was born on March 30, 1882 and died on September 22, 1960. As a professional, her first route was going to be medical school. When she married Arthur Klein, she and her family had to travel frequently due to her husband’s job.... Continue Reading →
“I was always looking outside myself for strength and confidence, but it comes from within. It is there all the time.” Anna Freud During the month of March we celebrate and honor women all around the world. Throughout the field of psychology, there are many influential theorists and psychologists who have contributed to this field,... Continue Reading →
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