We all have negative thoughts. There is no way around that. One thing we can do, though, is change how often we have these thoughts, how we react to them, and acknowledge why we are having them.
Archive for tag: mental health
Building Confidence
Confidence is an important skill to have, but it does take work in order to maintain. The steps to becoming more confident can be intimidating, so it is helpful if you start small and build up.
Maintaining Friendships in a Pandemic
While it is important to follow the guidelines for Covid-19, it is also important to keep relationships with your friends and family. Allow this pandemic to show you that physical closeness and face-to-face interactions aren’t the only thing keeping you and your friends connected.
Learning to Set Boundaries
When you first hear the word boundary, it may make sound like a way to disconnect and separate from others. Actually, the opposite is more true.
Validation: One Skill That Can Make all the Difference
Validation is communicating understanding of another person’s emotions, thoughts and perspective in a given situation. Using this skill leads us to feeling heard and understood.
ADHD In Men vs. Women
ADHD presents differently between the two biological sexes. Since symptoms for girls tend to be less obvious, many girls reach their young adult years without being diagnosed.
The Art of Being Alone
Although it can be a hard skill to master, it is beneficial to practice being content with only yourself as company.
Clinician Spotlight: Megan Quinn, MS, MHC-LP
Meet Megan Quinn! Megan approaches therapy with a strength-based mindset, encouraging her clients to empower themselves throughout their therapy journey.
Clinician Spotlight: Elizabeth Driscoll, LMHC
Meet Elizabeth Driscoll, LMHC! Elizabeth whole-heartedly believes in the concept of “Feel then Heal” and is currently accepting new clients.
Journaling for Mental Health
There are different ways that you may learn to cope with anxiety. Journaling is a beneficial tool that can relieve anxiety and stress.