It’s a few days after you’ve given birth. the celebratory phone calls are still coming in all you feel is sadness all the way down to your gut. Although the emotions are unexpected and less than welcome. Postpartum depression can be common among new mothers. Up to one in seven women experience PPD after their […]
Coping With The Holidays After Loss
For many people, the holidays are about spending time with loved ones. But for those who have suffered a recent loss, the holidays can be painful and isolating. Here are some ways you can cope with the holidays after a loss: Recognize You are Not Alone It’s easy to feel as though you […]
How to Practice Self-Care as a New Mother
While there are many surprises and challenges that await you in motherhood. one of the biggest shocks may be time management. or the feeling of being overwhelmed. No matter how happy and fulfilled you may be as a new mom. if you don’t take time out of your busy day to take care of yourself. […]
Hangover Depression and Anxiety: What To Know and How To Ease The Symptoms
Although we drink responsibly much of the time, occasionally we can over do it and wake up with the dreaded hangover. Symptoms of nausea, fatigue, headache, shakiness, and many more that can last from a few hours to a whole day. Although the common hangover has its classic symptoms, most people can have a more […]
Dear Diary: Words From Your Therapist’s Heart
“I have reached yet another milestone in my life. On September 5th, 2012 I began a journey that came to me unexpectedly, unplanned, and out of the blue. It took my breath away, and for a moment I thought it took my dreams away. As I traveled down this unfamiliar road, I was forced to […]
Symptoms of Adult ADHD
A lot of discussion is given to childhood attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). But this behavioral issue greatly affects adults as well. While the exact cause of adult ADHD isn’t yet understood. recent research seems to indicate that genes and heredity, the foods we eat, and our environment play key roles. Symptoms of Adult […]
Understanding Drama Triangles-Boundaries in the Family
In the previous article on Boundaries, we learned that problems with boundaries can begin with attachment issues in our family of origin. Our family is where we learn about relationships and begin to develop our identity. Many things can affect a family’s ability to maintain healthy boundaries. For families marginalized by issues such as inequality, […]
Types of Impostor Syndrome
Impostor syndrome is extremely common and is estimated that 70% of people will experience it at least once in their lives. This can look like, feeling like you are a fraud or an imposter, attributing your success to luck or external factors, or downplaying your own expertise. Impostor syndrome can appear in various different ways. […]
Signs of Narcissistic Personality Disorder in Mothers
A heavy diet. The Great Depression. and jumbo shrimp are all examples of oxymorons that are often used. These terms. characterized by two conflicting ideas being presented side by side. are sometimes humorous. In other instances. such as that of the narcissistic mother. this juxtaposition paints a dark picture of the potential for harm that […]
What To Expect In Your First Counseling Session
Well, you’ve made the decision. It’s time to stop letting anxiety, negative thoughts, depression, etc. have control over your life and you’re wanting to start therapy! The more we think about it though…the more nervous we can get! Coming to therapy for the first time can be an intimidating experience, as many therapists know first […]
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