Many of us have heard about the benefits of mindfulness…so much so that we can get tired of hearing about it! While we’ve all heard…
Self-Compassion? I Hardly Know Her
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of self-compassion? Was it something along the lines of: “Yikes, I haven’t had that…
What’s for Dinner? And Other Ways to Focus on Your Own Needs for a Change!
It’s almost dinner time. The age old question surfaces, “What do you want to do for dinner tonight?” Ugh. There it is. We all know…
Managing Stress Proactively: How Full Is Your Bucket?
By Rebecca Stearns, LPC Have you ever noticed that sometimes, the smallest inconvenience can bring you to tears? One small thing goes wrong, and we…
Want to be a better parent? Go play tennis.
If there’s one demographic group I most feel for right now, it’s parents of young children: stay-at-home moms, as well as moms and dads trying…
But First, Coffee! Creating Morning Self-Care Routines
It’s still dark out. The bed is warm. The covers are comfy. The dog or cat is cuddled at your feet. You hit the snooze…
Vitamin L
Being raised in a health conscious environment by parents who had an extensive background in nutrition and alternative medicine, I had the opportunity to learn…
Worried about Poor Sleep? Counseling Could Help
Insomnia is a concern that comes up often in therapy. In fact, one in three people have difficulty sleeping at least one night per week.…
Under Pressure? Learn to Let Go
I recently listened to Under Pressure, the song by David Bowie and Queen, and it dawned on me how accurately it depicts the feeling of…
Finding Myself, with Russell Brand
Standing in line at Starbucks, I glanced at a guy sitting near the window and did a double-take: Holy cow! It was actor/comedian Russell Brand.…
Living a Values-based Life
Did you know that examining your values can change your life? In recent years, mental health practitioners have become increasingly aware of the importance of…
Resilience: Bouncing Back from Life Challenges
Stuff happens. As we travel down the river of life, we inevitably hit some rapids. Sometimes we see them coming, but sometimes they’re around a…
