Articles
Welcome to my collection of articles. My goal here is to educate and encourage people seeking counseling as well as to remove the stigma that prevents people from seeking professional therapy.
You will find that I’ve written a variety of articles centered around therapy, mental health, and necessary life skills, all to help you find greater fulfillment in life.
I hope these articles help you reflect, heal, and grow.
How to Choose a Counselor
When choosing a primary care physician, many people first get a list of providers from their insurance, and then choose a name randomly from this list. This is not a good way to find a counselor. Counselors greatly vary by education, experience,...
Stress Management Counseling
Stress is a normal part of our lives. As the demands of life keep increasing, people are finding it more and more difficult to manage stress. Having excess stress can be damaging to your health, your relationships, and your happiness. Many people...
Depression Counseling
Many people seek counseling to treat their depression. Depression is more than just feeling sad. Depression involves persistent sadness and other physical and mental symptoms. Some common symptoms of depression include: Fatigue Increased or...
Test Anxiety
Test Anxiety can be a common issue for students during any stage of education. However, the relative levels of anxiety can often increase during high school and college when good performance on a test becomes seemingly more important. Even though...
Cosmetic Surgery is Not the Answer to Happiness
Quick—Name three things you would like to change about your appearance. Was that easy for you? Sadly, many people find it easier to name things they don’t like rather than things they like about themselves. The way we feel about ourselves can have...
Helping Friends and Family with Grief and Loss
Understanding Grief and Loss Grief is a normal and natural reaction to loss. People can experience many losses, from the death of a loved one to the loss of a significant relationship. Other losses can occur as people experience change. Symptoms of...