In my time as a counselor, I have found myself disliking the broad question of: “What brings you to therapy?’ I find this question sometimes creates a wave of nervousness or pressure for the client. While it is certainly important for both the therapist and client to ultimately collaborate on goals and seek direction, I... Continue Reading →
According to the Holidays Calendar (2022), April 30th was National Honesty Day. This is a day that celebrates both honesty and candor. This holiday was originally invented by the author M. Hirsh Goldberg to serve as a contrast to April Fool’s Day, the day of pranks and deceit. It has been said that honesty is... Continue Reading →
We’re a little more than a month into the new year and already the crowds at the gym are starting to go down. It’s a bittersweet feeling but breaking or making new habits can be tough… if you don’t know how. One of the biggest mistakes people make when trying to set new habits is... Continue Reading →
It’s a new year and time for new beginnings. This is a time of year when many people want to make fresh starts and get jump starts on goals they have been thinking about for a while. Just because the year has already started does not mean you are already behind. There... Continue Reading →
There are many times when one feels unmotivated to do most things throughout the day, but with a quick rest or a good pep talk, most people can find the inspiration or willpower to get what they need to be done. However, there are many that are suffering from... Continue Reading →
With all the hustle and bustle we have in everyday life, setting a goal can be a goal within itself! It can also be overwhelming, anxiety provoking or add to depression or other mental health issues that are already present in our lives. Yet, setting goals for ourselves is one way... Continue Reading →
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