Hoarding is the act of collecting and acquiring things to an excessive degree, regardless of their actual value. However, this is not one’s abnormally large seashell collection or the cabinet full of plastic bags you continue to save from every grocery store trip for the past three years. Hoarding is a behavior that has the... Continue Reading →
In January of 2023, I began the application process for a counseling internship. Literally, every single one of my professors told me to start the process as early as possible. My anxiety kicked in. I had left my nearly decade long career to pursue counseling. I had spent the past year and a half learning... Continue Reading →
As a parent, it can be challenging to understand and identify if your child is exhibiting signs of autism or ADHD. Both conditions can have a significant impact on a child's behavior, learning, and development. Early detection and intervention are crucial for providing the necessary support and resources. In this blog, we will explore some... Continue Reading →
As an individual, there may come a time when someone close to you discloses that they have experienced the traumatic and deeply personal ordeal of sexual assault. It is a heavy burden for both the survivor and those who care about them. Finding the right words and actions to support your friend can be challenging... Continue Reading →
Sexual harassment is an insidious and pervasive issue that often lurks in the shadows, leaving its victims feeling violated and silenced. Through my own experiences and a commitment to creating a safer world, I have embarked on a journey of learning how to detect and address this deeply troubling behavior. In this blog, I... Continue Reading →
We all know that being a teenager can sometimes feel like a rollercoaster ride, with all the changes happening around us. But fear not, because I'm here to share some tips on how to build your self-esteem and embrace your inner strength. I remember growing up and being afraid to go to my first doctor’s... Continue Reading →
As counselors and counselors in training, we often discuss difficult subjects with our clients and support our clients through the experience of the emotions that are connected to these subjects throughout the session. As the session comes to an end, it is part of our goal as counselors to end the session on a positive,... Continue Reading →
If you are a counselor in training, it is likely you will soon have to or already have had to, with permission, record sessions with your clients to submit for review from a professor or supervisor. For some, this can seem like a daunting task. It certainly was for me at first. As a... Continue Reading →
Anxiety. A dreaded word. Everyone experiences anxiety of various degrees at different points in their life. Where does anxiety come from and what purpose does it serve? Anxiety is a direct result of one’s flight or fight response. The flight or fight response is a physiological reaction in our bodies that occurs in response to... Continue Reading →
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