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Stenzel Clinical Services Makes Selecting a Therapist Easier
Something in your life isn’t working and you’re ready to reach out for help.That decision alone is a major step towards feeling better. But the thought of picking a therapist can seem overwhelming. We understand that. That’s why we’ve launched a new search tool to help you select a therapist that will match your personality and needs. At Stenzel, we're not only a staff of over 40 qualified therapists, we [...]
Serving and Gratitude: Opening the Door for Joy in Our Own Lives
By Grant Stenzel, MS Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor The holidays seem to be here before we realize it every year. We all want this season to be full of joy and peace, but instead many of us feel anxious and discontented. For those who struggle with anxiety and depression, these feelings can be especially intense. Why do we feel this way? And what can we do about it? We live [...]
When Two Parents Become One
By Billy Weaks MA, Licensed Professional Counselor Parenting is tough. As parents, we know raising children isn’t easy. As they grow older, they begin to reflect the behavior they see, so we watch what we call that driver in front of us and keep looking for ways to help our neighbors, because our kids pick up on everything. What happens though, when the parenting becomes a one-person job? The difficult task [...]
An Apology To Cubs Fans
To the Cubs fans, I’m sorry. I was wrong. 13 months ago, I published Why Being a Cubs Fan May Be Bad for Your Mental Health. It was a bit tongue-in-cheek and also a bit true. I was interviewed on the radio and in the paper because of the hot take. Skip Bayless would have been proud. But wouldn’t you know it; the 2016 Chicago Cubs were special. For perhaps [...]
On Holiday Thankfulness
November is here, and that means one thing: another food-filled and festive holiday season. This year, we have a friendly challenge for you. Choose thankfulness. In this video, Grant tells you why that decision can quite literally change your life for the better.
Boundaries 101: How To Tell Someone They Hurt You
You may not realize it, but in every waking moment, you’re sending signals to people about how they can treat you. The people closest to you can easily tell if you’re in a good or bad mood, if you’re happy or sad, and if it’s a good idea to just stay out of your way for now. It’s important to really think about how you teach people to treat [...]