by Eada Gendelman | Dec 7, 2021 | Depression
It’s tough to be a human sometimes. Coping skills can help. Here are five activities to try if you have been struggling with your mental health: 1. Five senses This coping skill is all about mindfulness and self-soothing. It involves honing in on your five senses in...
by Kaitlyn Valdez | Dec 21, 2020 | Trauma Therapy
The holidays can be triggering for a lot of us. Maybe you were sexually assaulted around this time of year. Maybe you were abused by a family member. Or maybe there was a tragic accident or death in the family. Whatever the reason, the holidays can be difficult. As...
by Catherine Tilford | Sep 11, 2015 | Eating Disorders
We all have a relationship with our body. The question is what kind of relationship is it? Is it one of struggle and pain or acceptance and gratitude? Many of us are at war with our bodies and the battle begins at a very young age. This war comes at a cost to our...
by Catherine Tilford | Jan 30, 2015 | Motherhood
I recently returned from maternity leave and have been reflecting on how becoming a mother has reinforced some key lessons I learned on my own journey of recovery and that come up often in my work as a counselor. #1 – I Am Strong This became my mantra in recovery and...
by Catherine Tilford | Aug 14, 2013 | Anxiety
It’s that time of year again – back to school! For many, it’s a time of excitement and anticipation but it’s also a time when many students and parents experience increased stress and anxiety. Stress among college students is high because of...
