Jun 23, 2020 | Anxiety Counseling, Self-Help, Stress, Stress Management Counseling
What do you think of when you hear the word “relaxation?” Does relaxation sound like an indulgent luxury or a practice that is crucial for your well being? Research shows that taking time to relax through simple and short practices has huge mental and physical...
Jun 5, 2020 | Grief and Loss, Self-Help, Stress
As we tentatively resume activities and ease social restrictions, it is natural to feel stressed and uncertain. We don’t know what the path forward looks like. Many have imagined what this path “should” look like. There is often a disconnection between what we believe...
May 20, 2020 | College Students, Learning Disabilities, Self-Help, SMAART, Stress
Our lives are full of distractions. These distractions may be internal, external, or a combination of both. External distractions include sounds, physical sensations, or sights such as seeing a person walk by. Internal distractions include various thoughts and...
May 20, 2020 | Self-Help, Stress, Uncategorized
The past month has been difficult, and it’s unclear when things will improve. Many people remember to use coping skills when life is proceeding as usual. However, these coping skills may be quickly forgotten during a crisis. The initial response to a crisis is often...
Aug 29, 2019 | Children, Parents, Stress
Article originally published on Waco Today. Today “Adulting” is the new term to describe the process of taking on various life responsibilities. This process typically occurs sometime between ages 18 and 22, although in some cases it can take place even later. Many...
Jul 22, 2019 | Depression, Holidays, Stress
Summer is a great time to plan a vacation! Vacations are not only fun, they are good for your mental health. Whether you take a short road trip or a longer trip out of the country, vacations offer an opportunity to boost mental clarity and overall wellness. Read my...