How Does EMDR Treat Anxiety?
Guest blog by Holly Miller, MA, LPC How EMDR Works to Relieve Anxiety You might have seen the new Pixar movie Inside Out 2 featuring the main character Riley’s new emotion—anxiety. For many of us, however, anxiety is an old acquaintance, as it is a common mental health issue that affects hundreds of millions of […]
Why You’re At Greater Risk For Depression And Anxiety In Menopause
Jokes about menopause used to bring a smile and a chuckle. But when it was finally my turn, it was no longer so funny. While menopause is a natural part of every woman’s life, every woman’s experience is different. Beyond the hot flashes and night sweats, a greater problem is unexpected, sometimes severe, mood changes. […]
The Richness of Silence
This was originally posted in July, 2016 by Marina Lisjonok MSW, E-CYT, RRT. She still draws on this experience today. Since I got back from my 3-month silent meditation retreat in Nepal, I have been asked (more times than I can count) “So how was it?” I’ve found that’s a question that’s really hard to answer briefly! […]
What is Emotion-Focused Therapy?
Guest blog by Samantha McGovern, LCPC, CRSS Are you considering starting couples therapy and are doing some research about the latest and greatest approach to couples therapy? If so, you might have seen something about “Emotion-Focused Therapy.” EFT is the American Psychological Association’s “gold standard” for couples therapy. EFT research indicates that in 70-75% of […]
Life Skills for Teenagers
Guest blog by Sarah Van Meter, LCSW There is no doubt that youth today are facing challenges that previous generations did not. The constant changes in technology, along with dependence on technology, have greatly impacted youth. So how has that affected the development of life skills for teenagers?For example, I noticed the other day that […]