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Five Misconceptions about Art Therapy
Art therapy is a unique approach to conquering mental health challenges. However, there are some misconceptions about art therapy. These misunderstandings include what is or is not art therapy and who can benefit from the use of art-making as therapy. If you’ve ever...
How to tell if art therapy is right for you
Is art therapy right for you? There are many different approaches to mental health counseling, including art therapy. This type of therapy is a unique and creative approach. It utilizes art-making alongside traditional talk therapy in order to meet therapeutic goals....
A Self-Care Art Routine for Mental Wellbeing
Engaging in therapeutic art-making is an excellent way to reflect and process difficult emotions, both in the therapeutic space and on your own. By creating art about our feelings, we begin to notice patterns in our emotions, stress levels, and feelings of discomfort....
Forgiving Ourselves
Forgiving Ourselves When things happen, why is it so difficult to forgive ourselves? Everyone makes mistakes in life. Sometimes they are small, and sometimes the mistakes end up being really big. Making mistakes is a part of life, and it is how we learn and grow as...
Toxic Positivity
I have heard most of my life that “there’s always someone out there that has it worse than you” when going through a tough time. While people meant to be uplifting, most of the time it ended up making me feel worse. While this statement is overall positive, it...
How Journaling Can Help Me
What is journaling and what are the ways journaling can help me? Often, therapists suggest journaling to benefit your mental health. But how does this actually work? You can use journaling to clear your head so you can focus on your day without intrusive thoughts. It...
Values for Healthy Living
Why Values are Important for Healthy Living By Bethany Henrichs. Today we will discuss why we believe values are important for healthy living: Life can be hectic. As we go through our days following routines that include everything from waking up at a certain time...
Being a therapist during a pandemic
It's been interesting being a therapist during a pandemic. Can you believe we have been living through COVID-19 for a year? It feels like just yesterday when the governor announced the shelter in place order. Thankfully, I think we all can see the light at the end of...
Is Internet Infidelity As Harmful as a Physical Affair?
Today we will explore internet infidelity and whether it is just as harmful as a physical affair. When I think of the Internet, I think of all the wonderful ways it has brought connection to us. Not only am I able to connect with family across the states, but I am...
Finding and Maintaining a Work-Life Balance
Today I want to discuss the importance of finding and maintaining a work-life balance. The New Year is here! I’m sure I am not alone when I say, “Let this be a better year”. With the New Year brings resolutions, cold days and nights and (in my opinion) my favorite...