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Letter To Self
Dear self: for you to read whenever you forget. Hi there, I hope this letter finds you well and warm, safe and happy, and I want you to know that you deserve those things very deeply. It is January and you have done so well and I am so immensely proud of you. These...
Study Tips For The NCMHCE
Well, it’s been a while since I’ve made a post. For the past several months I was focusing all my extra time (and brain power) to studying for the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Exam (NCMHCE). (For those of you who are not familiar - the NCMHCE is a...
Is Therapy Really For Me?
If you grew up in a family anything like mine then you were unfamiliar or unaware of the importance of taking care of your mental health. There were no daily, weekly, or monthly check-ins for feelings and it was completely abnormal for a man to be “weak” or show...
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)?
Do you notice feeling more down and having less energy when the weather changes and the days are shorter? You’re not alone! Many people go through these short periods of time where they notice a change in their mood and behaviors typically during the colder months. It...
Recognizing Chronic Negative Patterns in Relationships
As creatures of habit, most of us enjoy patterns and routines. We especially love when things go RIGHT because we knew what to expect, we planned, or it happened out of habit and was a simple reaction. Now, all of these things are fine, habit formation can be a good...
It’s Okay to Take a Break! Tips for New Moms on Asking for Help
As a new mother. you've probably noticed that taking care of yourself and a new baby at the same time is next to impossible. How are you supposed to make sure you are getting what you need to thrive when you are on call 24/7. responsible for keeping a new human being...