depression Archives - Kathleen Coughlin

Knowing When to End a Relationship

June 5, 2021 by Kathleen Coughlin

Relationships can enrich our lives, but they can also cause damage. Whether it’s a friend, family member, or significant other, any relationship comes with its share of challenges. And more often than not, putting in the effort to resolve relational issues can and does result in a healthier bond. It can be very difficult to know when to end a relationship. But there are those relationships that, no matter the amount of work and goodwill put into them, will never bring a return on your time or ...read more

Filed Under: Adolescents/Teens, Communication, Couples counseling, Couples/Marriage, Relationships Tagged With: anxiety, communication, counseling, depression, divorce, mental health, relationships

Reasons to Stay Single For a While After a Breakup

May 22, 2021 by Sarah Allen

“Try, try again…” “Dust yourself off and start all over again…” “Get right back on that horse…” These are just some of the common phrases we use to support the idea that trying something after it didn’t go so well the first time is a good idea. And in many instances, this is the right attitude. But there is something to be said about taking a break after a breakup. There can be many reasons to stay single for a time after a breakup. When you’ve ended a difficult marriage or relationship, ...read more

Filed Under: Anxiety, Marital Therapy Ormond Beach, Relationships, Self-Esteem, Stress, Women's Issues Tagged With: 3 reasons to stay single, anxiety, counseling, depression, life balance, mental health, Ocean VIsta Counseling, relationship, stress

How Learning Disabilities Affect a Child’s Mental Health

May 14, 2021 by Sarah Allen

For many children and teens, learning disabilities are a frustrating part of life. Learning disabilities not only bring a sense of shame and isolation, but they can also lead to mental health issues in some children. Read to find out how learning disabilities affect a child's mental health. What Are Learning Disabilities? According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a learning disability is any disorder of the fundamental psychological processes involved in understanding ...read more

Filed Under: Adolescents/Teens, Children, School & Academics Tagged With: anxiety, children, communication, counseling, depression, Learning Disabilities, mental health, parenting

Are You a Man Suffering from Suicidal Thoughts? Therapy Can Help You

April 26, 2021 by Kathleen Coughlin

According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, men die by suicide more than 3x as often as women. In fact, white males accounted for 69.67% of suicide deaths in 2018. Many men would benefit greatly from therapy for suicidal thoughts. Those are startling statistics. But what’s the reason behind these numbers? Well, according to a recent Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) survey, the number of men who seek treatment for depression is far lower than ...read more

Filed Under: Depression, General, Men's Issues Tagged With: anxiety, counseling, depression, divorce, male, man, mental health, Ocean VIsta Counseling, stress, suicidal thought, suicide, Telehealth Counseling, therapy

De-stigmatizing Mental Health Therapy for BIPOC

April 19, 2021 by Kathleen Coughlin

Mental health issues such as depression and anxiety can and do affect people of all ages, economic backgrounds, and nationalities. And yet, many black, indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) do not often seek the help of mental health professionals. In fact, the underutilization of mental health services by BIPOC is one of the most persistent health disparities. What are some of the reasons or causes for this underutilization of mental health services and why should there be a movement towards ...read more

Filed Under: General, Self Care, Stress Tagged With: anxiety, counseling, culture, depression, full potential, ipoc, life balance, mental health, therapy

Why Therapy for Caretakers is More Important Than Ever

April 12, 2021 by Kathleen Coughlin

Research has shown that roughly 80% of long-term care in this country is provided by family members. Many of these caregivers have their own families to look after and may also be holding down at least one job. In addition, family caregivers have been shown to ignore their own health and wellness needs. This often leads to caregiver burnout, which is typically defined as a state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion. Caregivers who reach this burnout stage often experience stress, ...read more

Filed Under: Counselor Ormond Beach, General, Self Care, Stress, Trauma / PTSD Tagged With: caretaker, counseling, depression, mental health, Ocean VIsta Counseling, support

National Counseling Awareness Month

April 5, 2021 by Kathleen Coughlin

April is National Counseling Awareness Month, and so I thought it would be a good idea to take this time to talk a little about mental health and the benefits of seeking treatment for whatever issues you may be facing. When we talk about mental health, we are talking about our emotional, psychological and social well-being. Our mental health not only affects how we feel but also how we think and behave as well as handle stress and make decisions. Mental Health Statistics Just how common are ...read more

Filed Under: Family Therapy, General, Marital Counseling, Self Care, Stress, Uncategorized, Work Life Balance Tagged With: anxiety, counseling, depression, family therapy, life balance, mental health, National Counseling Awareness Month, Ocean VIsta Counseling, pandemic, stress, therapy

Tips for Staying Healthy While Working from Home

March 19, 2021 by Kathleen Coughlin

For some people, working from home is a normal routine. This is, after all, the gig economy, and many people have been freelancing, making a living from their home office for many years now. But for others, working from home is a completely new phenomenon brought about by the global pandemic. For this second group of people, working from home has completely changed their day-to-day lives, and many have found their overall health has taken a toll. With lockdowns and social distancing still ...read more

Filed Under: General, Goals, Nutrition, Self Care, Stress, Work Life Balance, Workaholic Tagged With: anxiety, counseling, depression, family, general, goal setting, life balance, mental health, pandemic, stress, tips, working from home

Mental Health Habits for 2021

March 5, 2021 by Kathleen Coughlin

We live in a society that seems obsessed with physical health and weight loss. A majority of people have tried one or more diets to lose weight. People join gyms, juice, and take supplements, all in an effort to optimize their physical health. Sadly, most people don’t give their mental health a second thought, let alone intentionally practice mental health habits. The problem is, no matter how good you look in a bathing suit or how “ripped” you may be, or how low your cholesterol is if you ...read more

Filed Under: Anxiety, Depression, General, Self Care Tagged With: anxiety, depression, gratitude, mental health, mental health habits, therapy

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