How to Combat Negative Self-Talk with Self-Compassion
We all have that little jerk inside our heads—the one that sometimes tells us we’re not good enough, that we’ll fail, or that we don’t deserve happiness. This internal chatter is known as negative self-talk, and it can significantly impact our mental health and well-being. For individuals with depression, low self-esteem, or those who are […]
Nurturing Relationship Amid Partner’s Depression
Supporting a partner who is experiencing depression can be an emotionally challenging journey. It’s not easy to witness someone you love going through the pain and despair that depression brings. At times, you may even feel helpless in supporting your partner. But know that you are not alone, and your commitment to understanding and supporting […]
Mind Over Money: 6 Strategies to Relieve Financial Stress
Picture this: You lie awake at night, your mind racing with thoughts of unpaid bills, looming debts, and an uncertain financial future. Financial stress is an issue many of us face. According to the American Psychological Association’s Stress in America 2022 survey, the majority of adults contribute significant sources of stress to the economy (69%) […]
Sleep for Mental Health: 8 Tips to Enhance Your Sleep Hygiene
In today’s fast-paced, modern world, it’s no secret that many of us struggle to get the quality sleep we need. Sleep deprivation has become all too common, affecting our mental health in profound ways. Approximately one in three adults in the United States report getting less than the recommended seven hours of sleep per night. […]
Am I Dissociating?
When facing stressful, overwhelming situations, it is not uncommon for our minds to find ways to protect us as a defense mechanism. You may find in these moments you’re feeling detached from yourself. Some may describe this feeling as being out of touch with your body while others might describe the feeling of looking at […]
Understanding Neurodivergence: Embrace Differences
In recent years, the term “neurodivergent” has gained traction online as an empowering concept that celebrates the variations in human cognition. It represents a shift towards embracing neurodiversity and recognizing the inherent value of diverse neurological experiences. Let’s define just what it means to be neurodivergent. A neurodivergent is an individual who thinks, perceives, learns, […]
5 Tips for Managing Emotional Eating and Breaking the Cycle
We all need (and deserve) a little treat every now and then. But emotional eating — also referred to as stress eating — can be a challenging habit to break. Whether you’re stressed, anxious, or just feeling bored, it can be tempting to reach for your favorite comfort food as a way to cope. While […]
ADHD and Anxiety: Why They Often Occur Together and How to Cope
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and anxiety are two mental health conditions that often coexist. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), up to 50% of individuals with ADHD experience symptoms of anxiety. For those who experience both ADHD and anxiety, it can feel like a juggling act. On one hand, ADHD […]
In-Person vs. Online Therapy: Is Virtual Counseling Effective?
The world is rapidly changing, and so is the way we approach mental health care. The COVID-19 pandemic shifted the way we approach healthcare, and mental health care is no exception. With social distancing guidelines and restrictions on in-person gatherings, mental health professionals adapted to provide online therapy as a convenient and accessible alternative to […]
The Rise of Psychedelic Therapy: How Legal Tripping Could Curb PTSD
Psychedelic therapy may sound like some hippy-dippy, kumbaya stuff straight out of the 60s. But as a growing number of clinical trials continue to emerge, researchers are finding that psychedelic substances like psilocybin, LSD, MDMA, and ketamine may be promising treatments for depression, anxiety, and PTSD. In a controlled setting with a clinician, that is. […]
