Does your family love and support one another unconditionally? Do you have fun together? Do you find talking with your spouse and children is easy and effective? If you had to really pause and think about your answers to these questions, there’s a chance your family may not be as cohesive as you once thought or hoped. And that’s okay, not every family acts like something out of a 1950s television sitcom. Most have their own fair share of problems. It may be helpful to consider family ...read more
Knowing When to End a Relationship
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
Reasons to Stay Single For a While After a Breakup
“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
How Learning Disabilities Affect a Child’s Mental Health
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
Are You a Man Suffering from Suicidal Thoughts? Therapy Can Help You
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
De-stigmatizing Mental Health Therapy for BIPOC
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
Why Therapy for Caretakers is More Important Than Ever
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
National Counseling Awareness Month
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
Tips for Staying Healthy While Working from Home
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
Mental Health Habits for 2021
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