Self Care Archives - Kathleen Coughlin

How to Turn a Move into More Than Just a Physical Fresh Start

February 22, 2021 by Jennifer Scott

There are plenty of reasons why people move. Maybe you want a nicer house. Maybe you need to be closer to your job. Maybe you want to be closer to family. While most can identify their specific reasons for moving, many chose to focus only on the physical nature of the move. This means they are missing a great opportunity to use this major life transition as a time of renewal, a fresh start. You can piggyback off this life shift and make some lifestyle changes that will benefit you for years to ...read more

Filed Under: Anxiety, Counselor Ormond Beach, Couples counseling, Couples/Marriage, Depression, General, Goals, Self Care, Self Esteem, Stress, Uncategorized, Work Life Balance Tagged With: anxiety, communication, counseling, depression, divorce, family, family therapy, goal setting, mediation, mental health, Ocean VIsta Counseling, self care, stress, therapy

Does Therapy for “Baby Blues” Work?

February 18, 2021 by Kathleen Coughlin

Having a baby is one of the most amazing and awesome events in a person’s life. Babies bring joy and laughter into the house. But the reality is, they also bring sleepless nights and inevitable and irreversible change. Having a baby also brings changes to a woman’s body. During pregnancy and right after, a woman will experience shifts in her hormones. This may cause her to feel some depression and anxiety. This is a perfectly natural response to the event and is called having the “baby blues.” ...read more

Filed Under: Anxiety, Depression, Family Therapy, Men's Issues, New Mother, Self Care, Stress, Telehealth, Women's Issues Tagged With: baby, baby blues, counseling, depression, infant, mom, new parent, parent, parenting, post partum depression, therapy

Helping Seniors Stay in Touch Through Technology

February 11, 2021 by Mary Shannon

Image via Pexels Keeping in touch with family and friends can be a challenge for seniors living on their own. Whether loved ones are far away or simply unable to visit in person, they might feel lonely and isolated at times. Fortunately, technology has made it easier than ever for families and friends to stay connected. Many products on the market are easy to use and can enhance the lives of those living alone, helping them maintain relationships and reach out to others ...read more

Filed Under: Communication, Communication, Depression, Family Therapy, General, Self Care, Stress, Telehealth, Uncategorized, Women's Issues Tagged With: anxiety, communication, coronavirus, covid, depression, elderly, isolation, mental health, seniors, stay in touch, technology, Telehealth

Can Botox Really Improve Mental Health? Botox for Depression Treatment

February 5, 2021 by Kathleen Coughlin

It is estimated that over 16 million adults in the United States suffer from at least one major depressive episode each year. If you are in this group, you may have tried different treatments to help relieve your depression symptoms. The two most common treatments for depression are cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and prescription anti-depressants. But new research is suggesting that Botox may also be an effective treatment for depression. Using Botox for depression sounds taboo, but may ...read more

Filed Under: Depression, General, Self Care, Stress, Uncategorized, Women's Issues Tagged With: antidepressants, anxiety, cbt, counseling, depression, medical, therapy, treatment