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 decreased sleeping...

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 some anxiety is a...

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 a huge impact on our...

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 Grief and Loss:...

Is counseling right for you?

We all experience life challenges and changes, which can result in stress, depression, or other unpleasant feelings. When these challenges occur, it can be difficult to know what to do or how to cope. Most psychologists (myself included) have extensive experience...