The word wellness is used quite often to describe various health related things in the media. But what does it really mean? According to the Merriam Webster Dictionary, wellness is a noun defined as: the quality of state of being in good health especially as an active sought goal. Although it is qualified as a... Continue Reading →
Before 2001, the date September 11th held little to no context for most, apart from those few who perhaps celebrated a birthday or anniversary on the date. Everything changed after that fateful day in 2001. The world as we knew it shifted, and now it is a date that is universally recognized and charged with... Continue Reading →
Children are constantly changing and growing. Just as soon as they have begun one stage, they are ready to move on to the next one. This experience of constant change can make it difficult for parents to know when a child is simply going through a stage, or when it is time to seek professional... Continue Reading →
Another supportive and safe postpartum group run by Carolyn LoScuito, MA, LPC will begin September 15! It’s a wonderful opportunity to meet others in need of postpartum support and connection. When: Saturday September 15th (start date) 10 AM - 11 AM Where: OBCA 6819 W. 167th Street, Tinley Park, IL Price: $30/session Contact: Please contact... Continue Reading →
Have you ever been so tired that you felt like a different person? Perhaps you were irritable and snappy, or maybe you were lethargic and zombie-like, or perhaps you were one of those people who becomes uncontrollably giggly and slap-happy. I have a few family members who almost always fall into the latter category, and... Continue Reading →
People are always in motion. Whether it is aging, changing jobs, starting or ending relationships, or relocating, life is in a constant state of evolving. This is very evident at milestones across the life span. Beginning at birth, a newborn rapidly develops into a toddler, and a toddler quickly grows into a child. I... 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 →
No matter how long a client has come in for therapy, an attachment forms between client and counselor. The therapeutic alliance is full of meaning. Creating a safe space for clients to share their pain, shame, disappointments, and milestones, a secure relationship is experienced. Sometimes, a counselor has to leave the relationship for a variety... 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 →
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