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Pursuing Healthy Rhythms
Beyond the melodies we hear, rhythm is the underlying pulse of human existence. It provides the structure that brings both musical notes and biological life to fruition. At its core, rhythm is the timing between events the precise duration of a pitch or the space between heartbeats. But rhythm isn’t just a musical concept; it is a universal language and a biological necessity. The Rhythms of Life and Biology [...]
How to Actually Keep Your Mental Health New Year’s Resolutions
At Stenzel Clinical, we know New Year’s resolutions are full of hope but they can also lead to frustration when they don’t stick. The good news: keeping mental-health resolutions is possible when you use small, practical steps grounded in how people actually change. In this guide we’ll walk with you through therapist-backed tactics to make your mental-health goals last all year.Why resolutions usually failMost people start the year excited and [...]
What to Expect at Your First Session at Stenzel Clinical
Welcome to Stenzel Clinical. We know taking the first step toward counseling can feel both hopeful and nerve-racking. In this guide we’ll walk you through what to expect at your first session with us from paperwork and privacy to how the session flows and what happens next. Our goal is to make your first visit predictable and comfortable so you can focus on the work that matters: your health [...]
What It Really Means to “Take Care of Yourself” in a Busy Life
When life feels packed with the holidays, work, family responsibilities, and constant obligations, “taking care of yourself” can seem unrealistic. Many people picture self-care as pampering spa days, long weekends away, or something you earn after you’re exhausted. At Stenzel Clinical, we see self-care differently. Real self-care is any intentional choice that protects your emotional and physical well-being so you can keep showing up fully in your own life. [...]
Coping With Loneliness Over the Holidays: A Guide for Adults in DuPage County
The holidays can feel bright for some and painfully quiet for others. If you’re reading this in DuPage County, maybe in Wheaton, Naperville, Geneva, or nearby we want you to know you are not alone, and your feelings matter. At Stenzel Clinical, we’ve worked with many adults who feel disconnected during the holiday season. This guide is written with practical, evidence-informed steps you can use right now to reduce the [...]
What to Expect and How to Choose the Right Online Therapist
As more people choose therapy that fits their life, online counseling has become a reliable, effective option. At Stenzel Clinical, we offer online sessions across Illinois because we believe care should meet you where you are whether that’s in our Wheaton, Naperville, or Geneva offices, or in the privacy of your home via secure video sessions. Below we’ll walk you through what online therapy feels like, how to choose the [...]