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The Love Language of Children
Monthly NewsletterMarch 2023The Love Language of ChildrenIt’s February, which means it’s Valentine's Day month. We most commonly associate Valentine’s Day with the expression of romantic love. Gary Chapman’s book “The 5 Love Languages” describes the five ways in which...
Seasonal Affective Disorder
Monthly NewsletterFebruary 2023THE WINTER OF OUR DISCONTENT Written by Sam Lee, LPC“Now is the winter of our discontent….” opens the play, Richard III, by William Shakespeare. Richard, Duke of Gloucester, not yet king of England, starts his soliloquy, “Now is the...
Christian Counseling
Christian Counseling Part 1: In the Fog By: Sam Lee, LPCHave you ever been in a heavy fog? Everything is shrouded... some things immediate and nearby you can see clearer.... But the further out you try to see, the more vague, fuzzy and elusive they become. If the fog...
Why ADHD in Women is Often Misdiagnosed, Ignored, or Missed
When it comes to getting diagnosed and treated for ADHD, women face unique barriers. Here’s what you need to know about ADHD treatment for women.Why ADHD is Undiagnosed in Women and GirlsBoys and men are much more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD than girls and women...
Processing Grief After Losing a Loved One Due to COVID-19
When you’re grieving a loved one, it can feel like your whole world’s been turned upside-down. The whirlwind of emotions can be especially potent during the COVID-19 pandemic, when even accessing bereavement therapy or connecting with your support systems is more...
How to Handle Post-COVID Social Awkwardness
As COVID-19 restrictions start to lift, people are realizing the return to normal may not be as easy as they expected. After a full year and a half of lockdowns, extreme social distancing, and isolation, many people find social situations stressful and unexpectedly...
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners-What They Do and How They Can Impact Your Mental Health Care Experience
What is a Psychiatric NursePractitioner? A nurse practitioner is a registered nurse who has completed additional graduate- or doctorate-level nursing education. This means they either have a master’s degree or a doctorate in nursing. This allows them to provide...
10 Reasons to Seek Couples Therapy
When a couple is experiencing issues, it’s normal to be apprehensive about seeking help. Couples therapy is still a taboo subject in many circles, leaving people feeling isolated and alone, or even unsure whether couples therapy is the right choice for them. If you’re...
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