Hidden Connection: Addiction and Unresolved Emotion
Unresolved emotion and trauma are often at the root of addiction, no matter what it looks like. Substance and behavioral addiction are equally serious and both require treatment from a mental health professional. Healing from trauma and addiction may require working with multiple practitioners and treatment plans. Be patient with yourself and the process. Years of unprocessed emotion take time to work through and process.
Military Life and Mental Health: Support for Yourself and Family
Mental Health is such an important tool for those serving in the military. Service members and their families deal with transitions, instability, financial stress, and separation and integration. A strong mental health routine and a support therapist can give military families the strength they need to thrive in this lifestyle.
Decision Fatigue and Anxiety: Break Free From Overthinking
We have all felt stress and anxiety at one time or another. However, decision fatigue can lead to or exacerbate existing anxiety. When we are bogged down by decision fatigue, we risk shutting down completely.
From Surviving to Thriving with Therapy
Living in Survival Mode Do you often ever feel that you’re just going through the motions of life but not really living? You check off your list of obligations: Going to work, completing tasks, getting to the gym, making appointments, taking kids to practices, and maintaining required social commitments. Sometimes it’s easy to get caught […]
Understanding the Link Between Chronic Illness and Mental Health
Suffering from a chronic illness like mental health struggles can feel like an invisible battle. When you are suffering from a visible ailment, like a broken bone, others can see your struggles and may often be more empathic. People see you a healthy individual and may question how you could be sick. However, chronic illness and […]
Coping with Big Life Changes: Tips for Managing Transitions with Ease
Transitions and big life changes can mean different things to different people. We are all capable of handling various levels of stress in our lives. There are times when we can take on numerous difficulties and when a minor hiccup can leave us reeling. Unfortunately, we don’t have a crystal ball to tell us when things […]
The Art of Self-Compassion: A Gentle Approach to New Year Resolutions
As the calendar flips to a new year, the air is often filled with resolutions and grand goals. Many of us aspire to healthier lifestyles, professional achievements, or personal growth. While setting intentions is a wonderful practice, the eagerness to pursue these aspirations sometimes leads to self-imposed stress and burnout. The start of a new year […]
Superbills: A Simple Way to Cut Therapy Costs
Navigating the world of therapy and insurance can be overwhelming. You may have found the perfect therapist for you, but they are not in your insurance network. This can be discouraging and make you feel like you can’t afford the care you need. However, there is a solution that many people are not aware of […]
NC Mental Health Retreats to Explore
Are you looking for a place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and focus on promoting mental well-being? Look no further than the beautiful state of North Carolina! From the coastline to the Appalachian Mountains, North Carolina offers a variety of destinations with stunning views and activities to help you relax and center […]
5 Tips for Making Friends as an Adult
Making new friends as an adult can seem like a difficult prospect, especially if you’re currently going through a transition or major life change. You may be moving to a new city, starting graduate school or changing jobs, or dealing with other major events that make it hard to meet people and maintain existing relationships with […]