Teen Counseling
Exploring Core Beliefs
The thinking part of our minds is ever present. Along with the ability to think and focus on specific topics, our mind has the ability to create beliefs about the self that contributes to the essence of our being. Core beliefs are an essential aspect of the psyche that contributes to an individual’s difficulty in […]
Keeping Your Cool: Resolve Conflict with CBT Techniques
Conflicts are a natural part of human interaction, but how we handle them can greatly impact our relationships and well-being. Instead of letting conflicts escalate into heated arguments or emotional turmoil, incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to resolve conflict can help you stay cool, calm, and collected during tense situations. Recognize Your Thoughts The […]
Selfish or Selfless?
Ladies and gentlemen, children of all ages! Come one, come all, and welcome to the chaotic circus of relationships. I am your humble host and ringmaster, People McPleaser, and I welcome you to our show. As the best ringmaster in the business, it is my job to make sure all of you having the best […]
Identity Series: Pride Edition
Welcome to my identity series, where we explore the many different facets of identity. Identity can be confusing, as there are a lot of moving parts, but I hope to break it down a little so that we can all get to know ourselves a little bit better and experience feeling comfortable in our own […]
Celebrate Pride Month
Summer is here and it’s truly a beautiful time of year. It’s a time to go outside, spend time with loved ones, and for the month of June, it’s time to celebrate PRIDE month! Pride month is here, and it’s a joyous time of the year. The first pride month began in 1970, on the […]
Benefits of Interdisciplinary Teams for Youth
School Counselors and Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC) can make a great team! In the clinical world, we call this concept an interdisciplinary team. Interdisciplinary team work is a process in which different types of staff work together to share expertise, knowledge, and skills to impact on client care. Research shows that clients working with an […]
How to Tame the Anxiety Beast
Hey there, fellow rider of the anxiety rollercoaster! If you’ve found yourself here, you’re probably searching for a way to slow down this ride and relocate to something a bit more peaceful. Well, you’re in luck because this blog is your ticket to a more enjoyable and fulfilling ride of life. But what is anxiety? […]
The Uncomfortable Reality of Hygiene During Depression
Most people know what depression is, but there is something in particular we don’t usually talk about. When we struggle with depression, a lot of things that used to come naturally to us may become difficult or even feel impossible to do. One of the things that can become very difficult is hygiene. This is […]
The Value of Emotions
Have you ever found yourself questioning, “why do I feel this way?” Wondering if there is something wrong with you for often feeling emotions like sadness or anger? Many people have preconceived notions on which emotions are acceptable to feel and which aren’t. So what is the reality? Is there value in emotions? There are […]
Safety Planning
If you have ever had urges to harm yourself, you know that it can be a scary place to find yourself in. It can feel like there is nothing we can do about these thoughts, but there are steps you can take to lower the chances that you might harm yourself. It’s called safety planning […]