Reference to the previous article on emotional regulation is here. Anxiety-related circumstances are some of the more common expressions of mental health needs within our societal landscape. The current statistical significance indicates that a multitude of Americans are [...]
By Natalie Stage, MA Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor There are many myths surrounding Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, As I mentioned in Part I, Postpartum depression is the most commonly known term for when [...]
Writing in his diary in 1892 at the height of the Russian Industrial Age, Leo Tolstoy observed, “Life cannot have any other purpose than joy and goodness. Only this purpose - joy- is ultimately worthy of life.” We [...]
By Grant Stenzel, MS Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Are the dark, grim winter days getting you down? Are you dreaming of sunshine? Many living in the Midwest look forward to spring. However, for the 10 million Americans who suffer [...]
By Rita Rippentrop, MDiv Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Getting through the holidays while grieving can be a big challenge. It’s common to get flooded with memories at holidays, and many worry about being a “downer” or crying at holiday [...]
By Steven Howell, MA Licensed Professional Counselor Isn't it odd that, after gaining so much of what we wanted in life, we still wonder what’s missing? I mean, as people, don't we just expect to be happy and [...]