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How To Be There For Someone Who’s Been Abused
My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry,” —James 1:19 When you first learn that someone you love has been abused in some way, primal emotional responses often flare up. You might crave justice, feel nearly uncontrollable anger or have a desire for vengeance. Fight those feelings. In this moment, you have one role: Support [...]
How To Tell Someone They Need Help
By Grant Stenzel, MS Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor You’re already picturing an intervention, right? Makes sense. We’ve been conditioned by pop culture to think interventions—a group of loved ones presenting a united front to tell a person battling addiction that they need help—are the first step you should take when telling someone they need help. Not so. Interventions are a final effort for an addict who has refused treatment in [...]
The Secret to Getting to Know Your Children
By Grant Stenzel, MS Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Do you know what your children like to do in their free time? The hobbies they enjoy when you’re not around? You might be surprised how many parents don’t. Taking an active interest in your child’s life not only helps their emotional growth, but it just might become one of the most satisfying parts of your life as well. Some parents fall [...]
Therapy Isn’t For The Weak
Only crazy people need therapy. You’re not crazy. Don’t be a baby. You can heal yourself. Whatever mental health stigmas you encounter, remember: None of them are true. Counseling and therapy can change your life, and you deserve the peace that comes with having hope.
Break the Grip of Cabin Fever
By Grant Stenzel, MS Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Winter has settled in and it will be months before it releases its icy grip on our bodies…and our minds. Winter means less sunlight per day and many more hours spent indoors. The restlessness and boredom that result from being confined can make almost all of us irritable. What can you do to decrease that claustrophobic feeling that comes with being snowbound? [...]
5 Ways To Make This Year Better Than Last Year
By Grant Stenzel, MS Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Whether you call it a resolution or goal, the New Year naturally sparks change in our lives. Some resolutions are too focused on a number (“lose X pounds!” “make $$$$!”), so remember: If you want to make a change, it’s as simple as forming a good habit and losing an old one. If you had a tough year last year, we get [...]