How to Breakdown Shame Cycle to Live More Fully
Guest blog post by Stephanie Gutzmer, AuD, ABA, C-IAYT No one likes to feel shame – it sucks. Yet, shame is an experience we have all felt. It’s that drop in your stomach when you feel so exposed and so vulnerable. It feels as if everyone sees and judges you for your misstep. In the […]
How To Manage Anxiety in COVID Chicago
Guest blog post by Melissa Perrin, PsyD You are Not Alone. The suspense can be piercing as we wait to hear about one aspect of our collective future. Doom scrolling has switched from Covid watching to vote tallies and who will get enough electoral votes. Wondering how to manage anxiety? This is edge of the […]
Therapist’s Go-to Mindfulness Exercises for Anxiety
Guest blog post by Derek Moore, CADC Why should you try mindfulness exercises for anxiety? Because mindfulness teaches you to battle stress with awareness by becoming aware of what is happening right now, instead of being a victim to instinct or driven by emotion. Keep reading to learn how to get started. Not sure what […]
First Things First: Overcoming Denial In Addiction
Guest blog post by Jennifer DiCostanzo, LCSW, CADC, MISA1 Is overcoming denial in addiction important? Or even necessary? When you’re watching a loved one struggle with addiction, understanding the role that denial plays is vital! The Role of Denial in Addiction If you have ever watched a tv show or movie with scenes focused on […]
How to Feel Happy Again When Change Keeps You Down
Guest blog post by Stephanie Gutzmer, AuD, C-IAYT Cultivating more happiness in your life is possible with a little effort. Keep reading to shake off those blues and learn how to feel happy again. Related Reading: 20 Life Transition Quotes to Help You Survive Change How Can You Become Happy? When you’re wondering how to […]