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Am I in a Healthy Relationship?

Determining whether or not you are in a healthy relationship can be difficult, but there are some signs that can indicate whether or not your relationship is healthy. Here are some things to consider: Communication: In a healthy relationship, both partners should feel comfortable communicating their thoughts, feelings and needs. They should also be able…

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Childhood Trauma

Childhood trauma is a situation or event that poses an interpreted threat to a child’s life, safety or well-being. Examples include: Death of a loved one Divorce A natural disaster, like a fire, tornado or flood Changing schools or childcare facilities Sexual abuse Physical abuse or neglect Witnessing a violent event Refugee experiences Some common…

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Group Therapy

Group therapy can be an empowering part of the growth and healing process for individuals in counseling. Not only does it offer consistent, quality time with a licensed professional therapist, but group therapy also affords participants the opportunity to see they are not alone in their struggles. They can be encouraged by the growth and…

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When Should I Seek Intervention for my Child

Do you ever wonder if your child might need help or professional intervention? While sometimes the inclination is to wait and see how things play out, this can be a dangerous approach. If your gut instinct tells you something isn’t quite right, it can be a huge benefit to your child’s development (and your peace…

When Sad becomes Mad

Have you ever wondered how exactly you got to the unhappy or emotionally unhealthy place you find yourself? You know, that place where you are full of intense feelings of frustration or anger toward people you genuinely care about. It could be your spouse, your children, or even co-workers.  It seems that oftentimes, we start…

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Finding balance during the holidays

The demands on time, money and relationships throughout the holiday season can leave one overcome with anxiety or feelings of being overwhelmed. Below are a few tips to help maintain balance through the holiday season. Make a list of priorities. Before you feel steamrolled by the demands of others (real or perceived demands), make a…