By Caitlin Brock, Ed.S., M.Ed., LAC, NCC--- Stress can be defined as “a state of mental tension and worry caused by problems in your life, work, school, relationships, etc.” When we experience anxious thoughts, our bodies respond by emitting stress hormones. A little stress is normal, however, when too much ...
By Rachel Rubenstein, LCSW --- A couple of weeks ago in our article Got Summer 2020 Blues? Tips for Teens to Navigate Unusual Times we talked a little bit about self-care: It’s recommended, we want to do it… but what exactly is self-care, and why should we do it? The ...
By Elizabeth Fedrick, PhD, LPC --- “Anxiety's like a rocking chair. It gives you something to do, but it doesn't get you very far.” - Jodi Picoult 10:57 pm (Toss and turn. Toss and turn): I wonder why he didn’t text me back today. Maybe he doesn’t like me anymore. ...
By Rachel Rubenstein, LCSW --- Summer 2020 will not be a typical summer. With a second wave of COVID-19 likely still to come, we are faced with uncertainty, isolation, and let’s face it, scary times. Lots of teens are wondering, “Do I wear a mask?” “Can I see friends?” ”What ...
By Elizabeth Fedrick, PhD, LPC --- “Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live.” – Jim Rohn As I looked around my room in dismay, I began to genuinely wonder if I might be recruited to star in an episode of Hoarders. Where did all ...