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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

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

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

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

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...

10 Reasons to Seek Couples Therapy

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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