Tips for Talking to Your Teen: Communication Styles Talking to teens can be difficult. There are mixed messages. There are moods. There are hormones. Sometimes it may feel like a losing battle. But, at the end of the day, teens need connection and communication, especially from their parents. The way you approach your teen and […]
Tips on how to cope with anxiety during COVID-19
Tips for Coping with COVID anxiety The past year has been a blur for many people. As a result, a good portion of the population has experienced fear, loneliness, and anxiety. According to the National Library of Medicine, generalized anxiety, depression, psychological distress, and COVID-19-related fear have all increased significantly this year (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32657323/). Due to […]
Let It Go
“Let It Go!” Ok. I know a lot of people think of a frozen ice queen belting out a melody when they read this phrase. If you are a parent, you may be cringing. As a mother of two girls, I have to admit, I do have flashbacks. BUT- I am not referencing our beloved […]
How Telehealth May Change the Future of Therapy
A while back there was a very funny television show starring Lisa Kudrow (ditzy Phoebe from Friends) called “Web Therapy.” It was an improvised show and Lisa played a therapist who treated her patients over the Internet. Hence the title of the show. Well, back when the show was on, the idea of treating mental […]
6 Signs of Depression in Teens
Ask any parent what their main job is and they will tell you it’s protecting their children and keeping them safe. New parents spend hours, if not days, baby-proofing the house. They research the best car seats and bike helmets and figure out ways to ensure their kids are safe online. But, no matter how […]
Why Therapy? Can’t I Just Talk to a Friend?
By: Quique Autrey, LPC Intern Many people choose not to see a therapist because they believe they can receive the same benefits from talking to a good friend. Since therapy can be a financial and time commitment, some reason that talking to a friend about their issues is the smartest option. Talking to a trusted […]
How to Spot Passive-Aggressive Behavior
There was a time when the phrase passive-aggressive was rarely uttered among non-psychologists. But it’s a phrase that is mentioned often these days. The problem is, passive-aggressive behavior is almost so common, that it’s hard for people to pinpoint what that behavior looks like exactly. Do you know any passive-aggressive people? Chances are you do. […]
5 Reasons Your Child Should Be in Sports
If your son or daughter spends too much time at home with a glazed look in their eye and the glow of a smartphone in their face, you might want to consider signing them up for school sports. Getting your child off the couch and active will not only bring them immediate benefits but will […]
5 Ways to Effectively Manage Anxiety
If you suffer from anxiety, you know that awful feeling when heart races, you start to sweat, and you feel like you just want to run. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders are the most common form of mental illness in the United States, affecting roughly 40 million adults. While […]