Being a mother of 3 children has taught me many lessons in life. And being a mental health professional has helped me really hone in on those lessons. Some of those lessons are… To cherish your children and experience life with them. There are no tricks or hacks for parents. Every child is different and […]
6 Things I Learned About People & Relationships As A Counseling Intern
Written by Justin Trice, MA Over the past year and a half, I’ve had the opportunity to get to know a bunch of really cool people with the most interesting stories, one hour at a time. Hearing those stories has been the highlight of a long journey that included 50-hour weeks, late night paper writing, […]
Relationship Connection Killers: Gridlock
What is gridlock? Gridlock is when you and your partner are both so dug in to your position in an argument that there is no room for movement. The more you both dig in to your perspective, the less chance you have at breaking free from the gridlock. What’s an example? You refuse to let […]
Six Ways To Survive Your Family This Holiday Season
Family can be hard during the holidays. Ok, so I know the title of this blog may seem a little aggressive. But sometimes family can be really hard during the holidays. Relationships with family can be complicated. If you love your family – but being around them stresses you out – this post is for […]
Mental Wellness Holiday Gift Guide
Give Gifts That Keep Giving ‘Tis the season to give gifts. ‘Tis also the season for trying to make the holidays “perfect,” fights with your family, cake and cookies everywhere, and other stressful holiday scenarios. Let’s face it, while this time of year can be magical in some ways, it can also be pretty tough […]