To begin, motivational interviewing is “a collaborative conversation style for strengthening a person’s own motivation and commitment to change.” Change can be difficult and overwhelming for some.
“Childhood” and “depression” are two words that unfortunately have become an increasingly used phrase — even as much as we wish never had to be used together. While we know that adult depression and anxiety levels have been rising, it’s essential to acknowledge that children are the same. This reality has received more attention in [...]
As beautiful as they may seem from the outside, the holidays aren’t always a time of cheer and warm feelings. If you struggle with anxiety, you probably know this is true. Maybe you experience anxiety throughout the year but getting through the holidays adds another layer of complications. Or perhaps the holidays are one of [...]
For an increasingly common disorder, anxiety is incredibly misunderstood. First of all, it is not about the normal moments of nervousness we will all experience — at least a few times per day. On the other end of the spectrum, anxiety is not a condition you will always recognize in someone. It takes many forms. [...]
Grief can be a very unpredictable ride. Often, it looks and feels much different than it is portrayed in films or books. Grief does have its stages but those stages rarely follow a predetermined path. Additionally, the way grief is experienced and processed can vary widely from person to person. Amidst all this uncertainty is [...]
When we think of stress and anxiety, they are usually considered negative states. After all, stress can cause us to feel apprehensive and nervous, or to worry endlessly. Anxiety often distracts us from things in life that genuinely matter and require our attention. In addition, stress and worry are often about things that are outside [...]
Most people think of depression as strictly a mental condition. It’s true; that’s where the core of depression stems from. It can also cause various emotional symptoms, including feelings of hopelessness, guilt, or even feeling as though things would be better if you weren’t here. The mental and emotional effects of depression are real and [...]
The pandemic has upended many of our lives. Over a few short weeks, we went from normalcy to perpetual uncertainty. In these trying times, it's normal to feel anxious or uncertain about the future. However, does it now feel like your anxiety has intensified or feels unmanageable? If so, you aren't alone. Many of us [...]
As humans, we have a natural inclination towards socialization and togetherness. Unfortunately, the pandemic has forced us to do the exact opposite -- isolate and avoid in-person socialization. When the coronavirus pandemic first began, no one knew how long we'd have to isolate. Now we're nearly six months in, and the outlook hasn't much improved. [...]
