by Ali Barnum | Mar 23, 2022 | Coping, Gratitude, Mental Health, Support
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...
by Ali Barnum | Nov 20, 2020 | Coping, Relationships
One of my favorite handouts to review with clients when conducting couples therapy is The Four Horseman. It provides such a wonderful visualization of four unhealthy habits in relationships, along with four “antidotes” on how to fix them. Often enough,...
by Ali Rybicki Barnum | Nov 12, 2020 | Anxiety, Coping, Relationships, Support, Tools
Today’s topic addresses relational distress during a global pandemic. I don’t know about you, but this pandemic has taught me a lot about my marriage and myself. Prior to this pandemic, I saw my husband here and there because of our hectic schedules, but luckily...
by Ali Barnum | Apr 12, 2020 | Awareness, Coping, Culture
Are We Addicted to Our Phones? Just like many others are doing during the pandemic, I am making a conscious effort to stay home and avoid direct contact with people. However, in an effort to stay connected to family, friends, and the world, I have noticed that I have...
by Ali Barnum | Mar 27, 2020 | Anxiety, Coping, Counseling, Exercise, Gratitude, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Sleep, Therapy
How are you coping during the COVID-19 pandemic? The outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has created chaos over the past few months around the world. Many people are finding it very difficult to cope. In the face of uncertainty, I have seen people express a...
by Ali Rybicki Barnum | Nov 27, 2019 | Anxiety, Coping, Depression, Saint Charles IL, Support
Coping With Holiday Stress I cannot believe I am saying this, but the holidays are actually HERE. Maybe it’s just me, but wasn’t it just Spring? I know for some of you, the holiday season is your favorite time of the year… but for others, it brings a great...
