Defining Relationship Anxiety We, as humans, are thought to be social beings. Most of us are reliant on having relationships with friends, family, and acquaintances. For those individuals who have an interest in dating, a romantic relationship become a major component for social interaction. Relationships can provide a sense of comfort, as well as, a [...]
What is SAD? After the excitement of the holiday season ends and we begin a new year, Winter can begin to feel like a drag. We find ourselves dreaming of warmer weather and craving breaks from our daily mundane routines. While experiencing bouts of sadness in any season can be completely normal, those who deal [...]
Defining Boundaries Let's start out with a very important question: What exactly is a boundary? As far as the definition goes, a boundary is a line, whether it be real or imagined, which marks the edge or limit of something. Cambridge Dictionary This can be seen through boundaries on properties, such as a household having [...]
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, love is in the air. For some of us, it can feel like love is in the air a little too much. While there is often an emphasis on romantic love this time of year, it can be easy to neglect what I argue to be the most [...]
The Journey to Empathy For as long as I can remember, I have felt things so deeply. I recall multiple times when I was in middle school watching a movie where one of the characters died or a show where a parent was ill. My brother would come into the room to see me bawling [...]
Making Decisions... Every day, we make many decisions. There are two main types of decisions-making we engage in: closed-end decisions and open-ended decisions. Closed-end decisions involve clear-cut options. Some example scenarios may include, Do I accept this job offer? Should I buy this sweater in grey or blue? or Do I make my appointment at [...]
The Practice of Mindfulness When I mention the word "mindfulness," what comes to mind? Based on common practice, mindfulness consists of strategies to help reduce stress, anxiety, and rumination, while helping to bring yourself back to the present moment. As I work with clients, many times the word "mindfulness," is associated with the practice of [...]
Tips for Navigating Stress and Change in the Pandemic As we approach the two year anniversary of the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is only natural that we all reflect back on the last, unquestionably unique, two years. Our lives have been changed exponentially since the start of the pandemic. Some people’s lives have [...]
The stigma surrounding mental health has impacted society by impacting individuals who are suffering from these illnesses. These individuals are often afraid to disclose this information to others, oftentimes believing that something is wrong with them for dealing with these disorders. Stigma in mental health includes social stigma, self-stigma, professional stigma, and cultural stigma. When [...]
Living in a society that is so intertwined with social media, it can make it hard not to find ourselves comparing our appearances, careers, and lives in general to other people. Between Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, Online dating profiles, Youtube Channels, Tiktok, and the vast number of additional social media sites, there is an obscene [...]
