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.
Surviving and Thriving in College
College is a time for students to develop independence, try new things, and discover what they want to do in life. Although it’s commonly referred to as “the best years” of a person’s life, college comes with many challenges. Anticipating and...
Happiness and Motivation: Ingredients for Success
Motivation is a necessary ingredient of success in work. Many people say they would like to accomplish more or be more motivated, but they often do not know how to do this. One important thing missing may be a sense of care and meaning in the...
Making Decisions…Should you “sleep on it”?
When making a big decision the old advice is to “sleep on it” and make the decision the next day. It turns out that this advice has some scientific merit to it. Research shows that people experience “decision fatigue” after making multiple...
Inspiration: Making time for what’s important
Dost thou love life? Then do not squander time, for that is the stuff life is made of. ~Benjamin Franklin Does it feel like you never have enough time? Do you feel like the time you do have is being spent on unsatisfying tasks? Many people are...
Antidepressants Versus Counseling: Choosing Between Medication and Conversation
Did you know that in 2010 antidepressants were the second most widely prescribed class of medication in the United States? Their use continues to grow. It’s hard to miss all the television ads for antidepressants. The ad begins with a statement...
Sudden, Unexpected Panic Attacks…Can You Prevent Them?
Many people with anxiety say that their panic attacks occur suddenly and for no reason at all. Some panic attacks are triggered by specific situations, such as driving or being in crowded places. For other people, panic attacks have no apparent...