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You Don’t Have To Be Excited About The Holidays
Now that we are into the holiday season, I’d like to remind you that you don’t have to be excited about the holidays. This is not meant to put down those who may be excited about the holidays. For many of us, however, the holidays are a very stressful time of the...
Early Fatherhood: 7 Tips for Starting Out as a Dad
Parenthood is not easy. Ask anyone, and they would say that parenthood is one of the hardest things that a person can experience. I remember people telling me that “there’s never a good time to become a parent”. Essentially, becoming a parent reframes everything else...
Practicing Gratitude
Hello there. My name is Shelby, and I am one of the many counselors at the Works Counseling Center. Today, l am here to chat with you about gratitude. How is your relationship with practicing gratitude lately? As Thanksgiving is approaching in the States this month,...
Brain Health, What is it?
With what feels like a topic that has been in more discussion more than ever, mental health is one that absolutely will be continued to be discussed as we move forward (fingers crossed). Although, a recent thought came about during a lecture a few days ago. The idea...
Self-Care for the Holidays
With the 2022 holidays creeping right around the corner, this is the time to start checking in on yourself. Whether you’re traveling to see family or picking up the perfect gift for that special person, it’s important to also remember your own self-care. Here are my...
What is Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy?
One highly evidenced-based practice known to heal a variety of mental health issues, especially trauma, is a modality known as Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy. Created by American Psychologist Francine Shapiro (1948-2019) in the late...