Also known as “social phobia,” social anxiety disorder causes someone to intensely fear normal social interactions. This is more than shyness or a fear of public speaking—someone with social anxiety…
General
Coping With Grief After Losing a Loved One
Have you recently lost a spouse, partner, child, parent, sibling, extended family member, friend, or pet? Grief after losing a loved one (also known as “bereavement”) can be one of…
friendship
Coping With Losing a Friendship
People often tend to place more significance on the grid or loss of a romantic relationship than they do on the loss of a friendship. But in many cases, losing…
Therapy
Mental Health Between Therapy Sessions
Therapy is a wonderful way to explore your inner world, process your feelings, and inspire transformation. But what my clients often tell me is that a day or so after…
Anxiety Archives
Understanding Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety disorder is very common—in fact, according to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA), anxiety disorders affect 40 million U.S. adults every year. Yet many people don’t have…
General
Understanding Panic Disorder
If you’ve had at least four panic attacks and you regularly worry that you’ll experience another one, you may have panic disorder. In some cases, this type of anxiety can…
Anxiety Archives
Understanding Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Everyone worries from time to time. But if you find yourself worrying on most days for at least six months, you may have a condition known as generalized anxiety disorder.…
Stress
Coping with Stress
Did you know that the inability to cope with stress can have serious consequences on your health? It’s true—it can make it difficult to sleep, weaken your immune system, and…
Mental Health
Mindfulness in Daily Life
Have you heard about the concept of mindfulness? It involves being aware of the thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations that you’re experiencing at any given time (this is commonly referred…
Work-Life Balance
Managing Work-Life Balance
Do you have trouble balancing work and your personal life? If so, you’re not alone. According to Mental Health America (MHA), almost 40% of U.S. adults who are employed full…
Parenting
How to Feel Less Back to School Stress
Starting a new school year can be super exciting. It can also be stressful, both for the child and the parents. The following are some ways you can ease back…
students
Benefits of Counseling for College Students
College students deal with a lot of stress. Sadly, not many reach out for support or help. Eventually, their stress turns into anxiety and depression. To have a positive college…
