by Ali Rybicki Barnum | Feb 11, 2023 | Coping, Counseling, Mental Health, Skills, Tools
Are you interested in learning about three strategies to cope with distress? Stress affects everyone in one way or another. Having evidence-based coping strategies in our back pocket to use when we need them can really help! Today, I am covering the following...
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...
by Ali Barnum | Dec 17, 2022 | Awareness, Counseling, Therapy
Why is Finding the Right Fit in Therapy Important? Just like a pair of shoes, neither therapists nor therapeutic approaches offer a one-size-fits all approach. If you’re in the process of researching your options for therapy, you might find that there are many...
by Ali Rybicki Barnum | Dec 7, 2022 | Coping, Counseling, Skills, Support, Tools
Stuck & Hopeless Do you ever feel like you are stuck re-living a painful event in your life over and over again? Maybe it’s something from your childhood or adolescence. Maybe you’ve experienced some type of abuse or neglect. You just feel stuck! You might be...
by Ali Barnum | Oct 25, 2022 | Counseling, Mental Health, New Beginnings, Therapy
Have you ever struggled to open up about your mental health needs? It can be challenging to talk about, especially if it’s not something you are used to doing. There are many benefits to understanding your needs and how they change over time. Acknowledge the obstacles...
