Written by: Dr. Charlotte Markey Body image is sometimes defined as how we think and feel about our bodies. For a long time, I’ve thought that definition is far too narrow. Body image is much more about how comfortable we are with ourselves; how comfortable we are in our own ...
Written by: Caitlin Alfonso, LMSW Journaling is often regarded as a go-to coping strategy and mental health support. It makes sense too, there is a lot of research supporting the positive benefits of journaling. Journaling has been shown to be a strong stress-relief tool. Professor and researcher Matthew D. Lieberman ...
Written by: Morgan Liptak, MAS, LAMFT Have you ever noticed how even a few minutes on social media can ruin a perfectly good day? It’s no coincidence. The constant comparison, cyberbullying, and unrealistic highlight reels portrayed on Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok can wreak havoc on mental health. The pressure to ...
Written by: M Katie Helle, CPA With many colleges and universities starting in the coming weeks, many students are gearing up to move into the dorm, an apartment, or house off campus. Most students who live off campus do not consider creating a budget with their roommate, but doing so ...
Written by: Caitlin Alfonso, LMSW As summer kicks off, some people might be feeling discouraged. Maybe they are thinking about how they didn’t get their “summer body” just the way they wanted it or they’re worried about their skin being too dark from the sun or not tan enough. This ...