Sep 20, 2011 | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), College Students, Counseling, Learning Disabilities, Self Esteem, Self-Help, Stress, Stress Management Counseling
“I’m just lazy.” “I just don’t want to do it.” “I don’t know why I don’t get things done.” These are common statements I hear when counseling people who procrastinate. Procrastination is often misunderstood, and it is often labeled as laziness. Many people do not...
Sep 14, 2011 | College Students, Stress
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 preparing for these...
Jun 27, 2011 | Anxiety Counseling, Body Image, College Students, Counseling, Depression, Psychotherapy, Self Esteem, Stress, Stress Management Counseling
When changes and challenges arise, people react in different ways. Some people react with a sense of calm and acceptance, others react with excitement while focusing on the opportunities the change will bring, and others may react with worry, sadness, anger, or fear....
Jun 6, 2011 | Children, Counseling, Depression, Learning Disabilities, Stress
There are many ways that pets can improve our emotional and psychological health. Animals such as dogs are working in many settings and helping people in a variety of ways. Did you know that just by having a household pet, you could receive psychological and physical...
Apr 10, 2011 | College Students, Counseling, Stress, Stress Management Counseling
College is a time of major change, and often a time of major stress. College students deal with a number of stressors, including academics, choosing a major, separating from parents, and making new friends. Many students report feeling the most stressed about...