Trauma
A scary, shocking, or life-threatening event that happens to you, or someone you know, can cause psychological distress. This traumatic experience can increase anxiety, decrease moods and self-esteem, bring on
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Stress Management
Stress is the term people use to describe a feeling of pressure, strain, or tension. It is the body’s way of responding to the demands of our world. Stress can
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Relationships
Relationships are bonds between family members, romantic partners, coworkers, or friends. While relationships are often experienced as one of the most meaningful elements of life, unfortunately, the ability to have
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Pregnancy and Postpartum
The pregnancy and postpartum (“perinatal”) time comes with hormonal changes that increase a woman’s susceptibility to negative emotions. This, coupled with the demands of the new role, explains why research
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Older Adult Issues
Older adults often face different stressors than younger and middle aged adults. Research shows that approximately 10-25% of older adults experience depressed mood while 11% experience anxiety. Unfortunately, depression and
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Life Transitions
Like it or not, we all experience numerous transitions in our lives. These transitions are sometimes by choice or opportunity (i.e., decided breakups, new jobs, moving), whereas others come from
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Depression
Depression is one of the most common reasons people come to therapy. People experiencing depression often report some or all of the following symptoms: low mood, loss of interest in
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Coping Skills
Coping skills are the methods people use to deal with difficult situations, distressing thoughts, and negative moods. Coping skills can be internal or external, and they vary given the situation
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