As states across the United States begin to lift restrictions, the question remains is this the wise thing to do? As a therapist, I can see both sides to this: social isolation and financial stress can significantly increase anxiety and depression. On the other hand, if the projections are right, and many more people become … Continue reading Staying Calm in the Storm: What to do as The Country Reopens
Depression for teenagers is skyrocketing during the pandemic. This makes sense when we look at the developmental milestones of adolescences. Socialization, a need for independence, and beginning to find self-identity are three big components of adolescences. It’s not surprising that the loss of social interaction is wrecking havoc on teenagers. Signs of Teenage Depression If … Continue reading Teenage Depression During COVID19
Self-care is a term that gets thrown around a lot in counseling. It really become a hot topic during new years: this is the time to really focus on yourself, your goals for the year, ways to improve yourself, etc. While we hear the phrase a lot, yet many people don’t know what it means. … Continue reading Self-care