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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: What Is It and How Is It Treated?

June 25, 2021

Mary-Lauren O’Crowley, NCC, LPC We all have battles within ourselves that we must face. Some may be due to past mistakes, while some may not be our fault or caused by anything which we have done. One such battle which we have practically no hand in causing is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), a mental illness which can interfere severely with our personal, work and social life. Although we may not have caused this on ourselves, there is…

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Is It Possible To Thrive Within the Pandemic?

June 24, 2021

It’s hard to believe, but the one-year mark of when we went into a global lockdown is quickly approaching. While entering year two doesn’t exactly carry the excitement of New Year’s Eve, it does provide a time for reflection both on the past year and what we hope for in the year to come. Take a moment to ask yourself how you’re doing. Most of us, I believe, will say we’re surviving, we’re managing, we’re keeping our…

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How to Increase Motivation and Productivity During Covid

June 23, 2021

Mary-Lauren O’Crowley NCC, LPC   The pandemic brought with it a lot of disruptions. Aside from limiting physical interaction, it also altered in-office jobs, causing most companies to adapt to remote working. The interruption has been emotionally draining, interfering greatly with concentration, motivation, and production.          The covid season has introduced new struggles. While you may not be rushing to beat traffic, you may find that you are instead grappling with laziness, as sleep, entertainment, and domestic…

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How Does Self Esteem Differ In Gender Roles?

June 22, 2021

Melanie Lustbader, LPC As a newborn, babies are either given a blue or pink hat, depending if they’re male or female. As the infant gets older, the females are expected to play with dolls and males are expected to play with trucks or trains. Society gives gender roles and assigns either objects or certain activities to be feminine or masculine. Gender roles are culturally defined as behaviors that are seen as appropriate for males and females including…

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How Do I Find My Sense of Self?

June 21, 2021

By: Danielle Bertini, LPC            At some point in your life, you’ve probably been asked the questions, “So tell me a bit about yourself?” What are your hobbies? What do you do for fun?” Maybe you’re able to answer those questions without hesitation, however a lot of people struggle with answering these questions due to not knowing who they are as a person.            Some people make it quite far in life without giving their identity too…

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How Can I Prevent Burnout?

June 20, 2021

Abby Hauer, MC, LAC Everyone on the face of earth deals with stress. Stress is a normal part of life and almost each day we may be faced with a different stressor. But how do we recognize when this daily stress has turned into something we can no longer manage? Burnout is a different feeling than stress because we are physically and emotionally exhausted, we may dread each day, and we are no longer able to give…

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How Can I Talk to Myself the Way I Talk to a Loved One?

June 20, 2021

Amanda Ann Gregory, LCPC, EMDR Certified Here’s a hard truth: we tend to be more compassionate and empathic toward the people we love and less empathetic and compassion toward ourselves. Imagine that your loved one has lost their beloved dog. They say to you, “I’m devastated. I shouldn’t be feeling this way, she was just a dog. I’m ridiculous and I just need to get over it.” What would you say to them? You might say something…

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How Can I Connect With My Intuition?

June 19, 2021

Jessica Pontis, LCSW            One thing I see time and time again as a clinician is the anxious mind of my client’s taking over, struggling to recognize and accept their wants and needs.  Instinctually we know what we don’t want, we don’t want pain, disappointment, sadness, all the things that make life seem less enjoyable.  Oppositely, we aim to fill our lives with joy, meaningful connection, goodness, and fulfillment.  The question is, how do we recognize the…

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6 Simple Strategies to Sustain Your At-Home Wellness Routine

June 18, 2021

Steven Losardo, AMFT   You may be wondering how to sustain a wellness routine at home. The good news is that it is achievable with commitment and accountability. If you are a remote worker, you may have already settled into a wellness routine during the pandemic. Many people have successfully taken up fitness programs at home, and utilized their home environment for their wellness routine. If sustaining a wellness routine is something you struggle with, don’t despair;…

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Did You Know Your Family Dog Is In Synch With Your Kids?

June 17, 2021

By: Bridgette W. Gottwald, LPC, NCC  The emotional development of people and pets can have a large impact on your mental health. Dogs “orient and move in synchrony with family members” and this can have implications on family dynamic and growth.   Emotional Bonding According to a new study, family dogs have a way of matching their movements and body language to those of the children they live with. They also tend to stay close and “orient themselves…

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