How do I find the right therapist or counselor? This is a question that I have asked myself many times when trying to find the right therapist/counselor that fits my needs. It can be difficult to know when the therapist/counselor fits your needs and how exactly do you know if it will be the right... Continue Reading →
What Brings You to Therapy?
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 →
Jealousy
What is jealousy? Jealousy can come from feelings of low self-esteem or lack of confidence. Especially when someone is unhappy about themselves. What is the difference between jealousy and envy? According to Psychology Today, jealousy occurs when something we have is threatened by a third person, while envy occurs when we lack a desirable attribute... Continue Reading →
Trichotillomania
Many people in this world have at least one bad habit. Whether it be biting their nails, scraping their teeth on their fork when they eat, or procrastinating, most habits are essentially harmless. However, did you know that some things that seem like bad habits may actually have a deeper cause? One of those things... Continue Reading →
My Friend Has Anxiety and Depression: Part 2
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 →
My Friend Has Anxiety and Depression: Part 1
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 →
Hydration and Conservation: what’s the connection?
Hydration. Depending on who you are, the word may hold varying degrees of importance to you. As an athlete (both high school and collegiate), the importance of sufficient water intake has been drilled into me for years; but even so, it can be tough to maintain healthy hydration habits. Sometimes one of the best ways... Continue Reading →
The Knit-ty Gritty
The Knit-ty Gritty In a world full of stress and constant go, go, go there has to be something that you can go to that will soothe your mind, body and spirit. Many times people like to just veg out in front of the TV for a few hours or zone out on their phones... Continue Reading →
Signs That You Might Have an Eating Disorder
When someone says, “I’m in recovery from an eating disorder", people often instantly assume that indicates that they used to be remarkably thin or small. That’s usually not the case at all. You are certainly not alone in this. The National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders concludes that nearly 10% of the population... Continue Reading →