For their children to succeed as adults, many parents think they’ve got to be involved in numerous extracurricular activities with a jam-packed school schedule. Perhaps we believe this abundance of activities will foster a sense of pride and accomplishment. But is this excessive involvement in activities doing more harm than good? According to a study published in the journal “Sport, Education, and Society,” the social demands of an extracurricular-heavy and/or manic school schedule are not ...read more
How to Talk to Your Kids About Divorce
Going through a divorce can be one of the most stressful and emotional times in a person’s life. It’s hard enough wrapping your own head around the event, but trying to break the news to your children can be especially difficult. We are happy to help by sharing some information on how to talk to your kids about divorce. Many parents struggle to have this conversation because they worry they may not be able to keep their emotions in check. They also wonder if shielding their kids from the ...read more
Transitioning into a 2-Home Scenario After Divorce
Transitioning into a 2-Home Scenario After Divorce can be a tumultuous time for any adult and for children, it can feel like their world is falling apart. It can be confusing for children to have two homes, particularly in the early stages of divorce. But there are ways to bring positivity and excitement to this change while reducing your child’s stress significantly. Provide Stability Help your child adjust to the changes in your family by providing as much stability as possible. Having ...read more
The Psychological Impact of COVID-19
The Psychological Impact of COVID-19 is taking a toll on each of us amid this pandemic. Individually, people are experiencing an emotional response based on the life changes occurring around them. We can remain socially united as a community by supporting one another during this global crisis. The terms Social Isolation, Self-Isolation, Social Distancing, and Physical Separation have changed how we interact with one another. Many people have gone from working full-time to being furloughed ...read more
Tips for Managing Working from Home
Below are some tips for managing working from home. These strategies may help you create a sense of structure, routine, consistency, and perhaps a boost in your emotional health. Prior to the COVID-19 Virus, home was where we would spend time with our family members. For many of us it has recently become our workplace, the classroom, and maybe even the gym. It may be helpful to dedicate a space in your home to create a makeshift work environment for the time being. Life transitions ...read more
Your Mental Health During COVID 19
We have put together a list of some tips to manage your mental health during COVID 19. Current events can add unnecessary stress to our lives, especially if you are someone that worries about the status of the world in general. News and media meant to provide information can lead to excessive worry and fear. An abundance of social media posts from friends and family can add to the stress that may overwhelm and impact our emotional health. If you are starting your day with news that causes fear ...read more
COVID 19 Plan at Ocean Vista Counseling
COVID 19 Plan at Ocean Vista Counseling has been developed to protect our clients and counselors. We are committed to supporting our clients and their families during this challenging time that we are facing in our country and beyond. 1. The COVID 19 Plan at Ocean Vista Counseling was developed based on updates by the CDC and HHS. As of 3/19/2020, we have temporarily closed our office in response to the COVID 19 Virus. We are able to offer clients Telehealth Counseling sessions to support ...read more
Preparing Seniors for Assisted Living
If you are making this transition, you may be focusing on what you can’t do with your life. The key to truly thriving in assisted living is to focus on what you can do to ease this transition and make the most of all of the benefits your new community has to offer. You Can Access Valuable Services Without a Nursing Home For many seniors, the thought of moving to an assisted living community can bring anxiety and frustration. Much of that frustration may be due to confusion about the major ...read more
10 Signs You’re Addicted to Working
Are you addicted to work? We have developed a list of 10 signs you're addicted to working to help you decrease the experience of burnout. We live in a society that worships the overachiever. Burning the candle at both ends and denying yourself pleasure until the work gets done is seen as honorable. While having a good work ethic is definitely key to living your best life, it is also important to balance your work life with a sense of play and freedom. The Dangers of Being Addicted to ...read more
Coparenting Child First
Coparenting Child First Model - Moving forward after divorce is difficult for everyone, and trying to figure out how to co-parent complicates things even further. Here are some tips to help you co-parent. Put Your Child First Coparenting Child First Model is an absolute necessity for successful co-parenting. Always consider the wants and needs of your children before your own. Putting your child first doesn’t mean that you stop taking care of yourself. Your child deserves a parents that are ...read more