Coping Skills for Teens with Anxiety
Guest Blog post by Sarah Van Meter, LCSW Originally published in September, 2021 I had a moment the other day that caused me to stop and ponder. One of my teen clients looked at me and said, “Sarah, come on. I’m Gen Z. We are nothing but depression and anxiety!” She started to laugh at […]
Mindfulness Activities for Kids
Guest post by Rebecca Muir, LSW Originally published in September, 2021 Late one night some time ago, my son was engaged with me in an epic battle to avoid going to bed. Every excuse and delay tactic he could throw my way got tossed. Eventually, he settled hard on the old “monsters” routine, and we […]
How Does Scent Affect Emotions?
Guest blog by Sheri Leasure, LCSW Have you ever considered the power of your nose? Your sense of smell works like a specialized chemical detector in your nose. When you breathe in, tiny particles from the air (which come from food, flowers, smoke, or anything that has a scent) enter your nose. But how […]
How to Support Your Adult Child with Anxiety and Depression
Guest blog by Jordan Spinazzola LSW, ACSW Dealing with anyone in your life who has a mental illness can be challenging. It is even more challenging when it is your child. It is hard to see your child hurt. That doesn’t really change, even after they have grown to adulthood. So when you have an […]
How to Manage News Consumption for Better Mental Health
Guest blog by Codie Surratt, MA, LCPC, EMDR The constant flood of news can feel overwhelming. From global crises to political conflicts, natural disasters, and economic downturns, it’s easy to feel consumed by negativity. While staying informed is important, doomscrolling and overexposure to distressing headlines can take a toll on your mental health. If you’ve […]