Therapy Series: Starting Therapy
Starting therapy can be really difficult. We often wonder, do I need therapy? You don't need to be at rock bottom to start therapy. Read on to learn more on starting therapy.
Journaling: Reflections and Intentions for the New Year (or any “New” Beginning)
The end of the year and New Year can be a great time of reflection and intention setting. While the word “Resolution” comes with a mixed bag of beliefs around it, get some clarity around what we want for ourselves, how we want to spend our time, and setting some intentions can be very valuable.
Anxiety and Sleep | Sleep for Better Mental Health
Sleep.
We all have to do it, yet for many of us, getting a full and rested night's sleep is more of a dream than a reality.
Read on to learn more about sleep, how it can impact our mental health and some tips for how to create a healthy sleep habit.
Treating Anxiety | Coping Skills for Anxiety
Anxiety can be really difficult to cope with. It affects your body, your mind, your overall well-being. When ignored, it just gets worse. It's important to develop some tools/ coping skills to have at your disposal for when anxiety comes up. Read on to learn about coping skills for anxiety.
Anxiety in Motherhood
Motherhood and Anxiety.
Those two things seem to go hand-in-hand. Having a child amplifies all of your worries, concerns, and struggles. While anxiety is a normal part of motherhood and life, it can become a barrier to living the life we want. Read on to learn more about anxiety, how it can come up in motherhood and our children and when to know when to seek help.
Is it Postpartum Depression or Baby Blues?
The period of time after having a baby is intense with lots of ups and downs. Many moms report feeling more "emotional" with crying fits, feeling sad and overwhelmed, and increased conflict with their partners. This is often described as the "Baby Blues," however some moms will experience Postpartum Depression. How do you know if it’s you have the “Baby Blues” or something more, like Postpartum Depression? Read on to learn more.
What is Mindful Parenting?
Mindful parenting is based on the concept of mindfulness.
Mindfulness is about focusing your awareness on the present moment and acknowledging your current feelings, thoughts and body sensations without putting any judgement on them.
Mindful parenting is about being present and intentional in your parenting efforts. Read on to learn more.
Breathing Exercises for Anxiety
When we are under a lot of stress and/or experiencing anxiety our breath is often constricted. This shallow breathing can then create even more feelings of stress and anxiety within us. It’s important to become more aware and mindful of our breathing. Checking in with ourselves and engaging in a deep breathing exercise can do wonders for our well-being.
What is Mindfulness | Mindfulness and Mental Health
Mindfulness is basically about being present in the moment right now. It is a big key to help us develop more awareness of our more “automatic” processes. Read on to learn more about Mindfulness and ways you can practice it.
How to Create a Journaling Practice
Journaling has recently gained popularity again and for good reason! Research has shown that writing out your thoughts by hand engage areas of the brain used for a higher level of process and learning. Basically by writing things out, we are able to develop a deeper understand about ourselves and learn new ways to be. Read on for some helpful tips on starting a journaling practice.
Transitioning into Parenthood
Becoming a parent changes you in ways you never would have imagined. Here are some tips to help yourself as you enter this new amazing and equally terrifying stage- Parenthood!
Is it Worry or Anxiety | Do I Have Anxiety?
We have more than 50,000 thoughts a day and most of those thoughts are negative. Read on to learn more about worry versus anxiety.
All About Online Therapy | Virtual Therapy | Telehealth
Over the past decade and especially the past couple of years, online therapy has grown and become increasingly popular.
Online therapy, also known as telehealth, virtual therapy, distance therapy, and web therapy is receiving mental health therapeutic services via the internet.
What to Expect in the First Therapy Session
You are Here. You made your first appointment for therapy. It’s understandable to feel nervous. Knowing what to expect can help ease some of those worries. Read on to learn more about that first appointment and how you can make the most of it.
All About Therapy for Moms | Learn about Therapy
Starting therapy can be a very anxiety-provoking experience. Likely you have been struggling for awhile and it’s gotten to a point where you are ready to get better. Taking that first step to contact a therapist is hard. It’s hard to open up and share about your struggles.