by Ali Barnum | Jan 14, 2023 | Anxiety, Mental Health, Teens
I often hear people utilize the word anxiety in place of the word nervous, and in some respects, it feels as if the term ‘nervous’ is disappearing from our vocabulary. The are specific situations in which feeling nervous is common, which do not necessitate the...
by Ali Barnum | Jan 13, 2023 | Anxiety, Awareness, Intention, Mental Health, Skills, Support, Tools
Did you know that decluttering is good for your mental health? You might be surprised to find positive mental health benefits from going through your closets and getting rid of things that no longer serve you. Freeing up our physical space and letting go of extraneous...
by Ali Barnum | Jan 12, 2023 | Gratitude, Happiness, Mental Health, Skills, Tools
Gratitude is a feeling of appreciation or thankfulness for something or towards someone. When you practice gratitude, you recognize the good things in your life and acknowledge that these good things come from outside yourself. When we feel gratitude, we are focusing...
by Ali Barnum | Jan 11, 2023 | Counseling, Mental Health, Therapy
Cognitive distortions are patterns of thinking that lead to irrational and negative beliefs. These distortions can be harmful to our mental health, as they can lead to negative emotions and behaviors. It is important to recognize and address these distortions in order...
by Ali Barnum | Jan 10, 2023 | Counseling, Mental Health, New Beginnings, Therapy
Have you thought about trying out therapy but aren’t quite sure if you should? You should know that therapy can be useful and different for everyone. If you need support, experience symptoms, have gone through a difficult challenge, or are just seeking to improve...
