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HOPE RISING
by Nikki Holmes, M.Ed. ·
I feel it’s important to share HOPE with anyone who is open to hearing a little bit about the uplifting concept of HOPE.
VULNERABILITY IS YOUR SUPERPOWER
by Nikki Holmes, M.Ed. ·
Vulnerability is a funny thing. No one really wants to be vulnerable, but we wish everyone was.
COPING WITH WEATHER ANXIETY & STRESS AFTER A HURRICANE
by Laura Parker ·
The devastating impact of a hurricane or a weather event is not just physical but can also leave lasting effects on mental health.
YOUR MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS
by Nikki Holmes, M.Ed. ·
It’s important to be aware of what’s going on with your physical health.
FREE ADVICE FROM A PSYCHOLOGIST
by Kiran Mishra, Ph.D. ·
As most mental health practitioners, I became a psychologist to help others.
GRIEF AND HEALING
by Nikki Holmes, M.Ed. ·
Grief. Something no one wants to experience, something no one wants to talk about, but something we all experience.
ARE YOU sad or SAD?
by Laura Parker ·
The transitions between seasons often bring about many natural changes.
HOW TO PICK THE RIGHT THERAPIST
by Kiran Mishra, Ph.D. ·
Embarking on the journey of self-discovery and mental well-being often involves seeking the assistance of a therapist.
HARMONIZING THANKSGIVING: HOW TO CREATE FAMILY COHESION AND AVOID DRAMA
by Kiran Mishra, Ph.D. ·
Uncle Bill and cousin Kirk who love to bring up controversial issues and stir things up are coming to Thanksgiving!
10 WAYS TO NOT SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF
by Kiran Mishra, Ph.D. ·
In the grand tapestry of existence, it's easy to become entangled in the web of perceived importance.
CHOICES and CONSEQUENCES
by Nikki Holmes ·
All choices have consequences, right? Usually, our good choices have positive consequences and our negative choices have not so good consequences.
EMPOWERING YOUR HIGHSCHOOLER
by Nikki Holmes ·
High school is the beginning of a lot of change and preparation for the future.
TIPS TO HELP YOUR CHILD OR TEEN DEAL WITH ANXIETY
by Alexandra Jodlowski, LPC ·
Is your child experiencing anxiety? Know when it is time to seek professional help.
METANOIA- Change your Mind for Healing, Wellness, & Wholeness
by Randy Ditmore, LPC ·
Metanoia is a Greek word meaning “to change one’s mind.”
WHAT IS EMDR?
by Sonia Fields-DePass, LPC ·
EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.
HOW WE TALK TO OURSELVES MATTERS
by Florencia Iturri, Ph.D. ·
Have you ever made a mistake and found yourself thinking “how could I be so stupid?” or maybe “Of course I messed this up, I always mess things up.”
CHILDHOOD ADVERSITY
by Amanda Trost, LPC-A ·
Childhood adversity is tragically common in American society and correlates heavily with an adult’s health, success, and ability to protect the next generation from similar hardships.
WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU ARE FEELING OVERWHELMED WITH TASKS
by Florencia Iturri, Ph.D. ·
We’ve all been there, days when everything feels a little too much.
WHY IS GOING TO THERAPY HARD?
by Florencia Iturri, Ph.D. ·
Why is going to therapy hard even if I know it is good for me?
REKINDLING LOVE
by Florencia Iturri, Ph.D. ·
For most of us, this year may look a little different when it comes to celebrating.
WHAT I LEARNED FROM 2020
by Florencia Iturri, Ph.D. ·
It is the last day of the year, and what a year it has been.
HOW TO SURVIVE A DISTANT HOLIDAY SEASON
by Florencia Iturri, Ph.D. ·
As the holiday season approaches many are going to be struggling with both how to set boundaries and how to create connections.
HOW TO TALK TO YOUR TEEN
by Florencia Iturri, Ph.D. ·
Most parents have been there, they see that something is bothering their teen and they want to give support.
Everything is Momentary
by Adriana Gonzalez, LPC ·
Considering we are experiencing a nationwide Pandemic it comes to no surprise that many people are struggling to adjust to what is happening around us.
Managing a Stay at Home Family: Adopting to Family Life Under COVID-19
by Amanda Trost ·
Those of us in families adapting to both telecommuting and homeschooling are living in uncharted territory right now.
Why Breathing is the Answer (but probably not the way you do it)!
by James Matson, LCSW ·
A simple solution for managing your stress, anxiety or anger.
Teens on the Spectrum and Establishing Friendships
by Kiran Mishra, Ph.D. ·
Developing and maintaining friendships in the middle school and high school years presents as a challenge for most teens, but for those on the Autism Spectrum, the challenges are usually even greater.
On Perfectionism
by Amanda Trost, Graduate Student ·
When we crack open a fortune cookie at the end of a meal, it’s not the stale, folded up, cardboard-textured wafer that holds the appeal; it’s the message inside that we look…
Navigating Your Child's Needs
by Sunetra Martinez, Ph.D., LPC-S ·
Understanding a child’s needs in school is a challenge faced by many parents and educators.
On Overcoming Hardships and Trauma
By Amanda Trost, Graduate Student ·
“Never allow legitimate excuses to get in the way of your progress.”
Elements of Change
by Tim Coulter, LPC ·
Transitioning from one stage of life to the next can often be daunting and confusing.
Stress and Anxiety
by Charlotte Parrott, Ph.D. ·
Stress and anxiety both involve our body’s sympathetic nervous system, which is part of the unconscious nervous system that regulates bodily functions such as the heart rate, breathing, and digestion.
Showing Them You Care
by Adriana Gonzalez ·
We live in a society in which everything is so fast paced, that we at times have a hard time making time for the things that are the most important to us.
Getting through the Holidays with Grace
by Danielle Hale, Ph.D. ·
Are you worried about getting through the holidays?
Why Sports Make Us Happier
by Nicole Dorsey, Ph.D. ·
Wow! The Houston Astros win their very first World Series Championship in franchise history.
Resilience In Middle Age
by Danielle Hale, Ph.D. ·
I recently read an article from the New York Times about building resilience in Midlife.
What is Trauma?
by Nicole Dorsey, Ph.D. ·
These days, we seem to hear quite a bit about violence in society and we hear a lot…
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