You have made the decision to get help so that you can finally leave the trauma behind – now what? You may be wondering what to expect when you meet with your trauma therapist. Like most initial counseling sessions, your therapist will ask questions to get to know you and your unique concerns. You will […]
3 Lesser Known Benefits of Teen Counseling
Navigating the complex teenage years can be a challenge for your teen (not to mention you!). Social pressures, academic struggles, and social media can create a recipe for confusion, anxiety and even depression. Even though their world seems more connected, most teens are missing out on the important face to face interactions and a sense […]
Physical Signs Your Child has Anxiety
With more of a focus being placed on mental health lately, indicators of anxiety have become more recognizable. Many people are aware of some symptoms of anxiety. While excessive worry is probably the most well-known and recognizable symptom of anxiety, some signs of anxiety may present differently than people expect. Physical signs of anxiety […]
3 Ways to Talk to your Teen
No one ever said parenting teenagers was easy. Being a parent of a child of any age is never easy, but the teen years present new challenges. One of the biggest challenges is communication. With some teens, you cannot get a word in. But with other teens, it seems like they hardly communicate at all […]
It’s Not Cruel to be Kind: 5 Ways to be Kind to Yourself After Trauma
So, you have gone through something REALLY scary. You are not quite sure what to do now, and maybe you are thinking/thought time would heal the wound. Yet here you are days, months, weeks, maybe even years after the traumatic event and you still don’t feel quite right. You are not alone. Thousands of people […]