By Nikki Kontz, LMSW --- There’s a good chance this summer will look and feel completely different from any you’ve experienced before, and feelings of loneliness and isolation can still be very real even after stay-at-home guidelines have been relaxed. The truth is, the world will probably look and feel ...
By Caitlin Brock, Ed.S., M.Ed., LAC, NCC--- Sometimes it can be difficult to put into words our experiences, our emotions, and even our thoughts. When experiencing such difficulties, art can be used as a beneficial tool for helping with self-discovery, expression, and awareness. Art can speak in colors, shapes, and ...
By Elizabeth Fedrick, PhD, LPC --- “The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another.” – William James It’s been a pretty rough few weeks. I don’t even want to get out of bed most mornings, and when I eventually do, I usually regret it within ...
By Katie Tiffany, MS, LAC --- Being a teenager is a time of inconsistency and confusion. “What do I want to do with my life? Who are my TRUE friends? How do I know if someone likes me? I don’t really know what to believe in. I don’t know who ...
By Nikki Kontz, LMSW --- We can all use more hope and happiness in our lives. And scientists have proven the direct correlation between showing gratitude and feeling hopeful and happy. In fact, an article in the Journal of Positive Psychology says that gratitude is more important than most other ...