Feb 20, 2023 | Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Uncategorized
What’s the difference between being depressed and being burnt out? How can you tell and does it even matter? We’ve all been there. We get exhausted, both mentally and physically. We need a break from work, from family, from the world. We ask ourselves … is this...
Jun 30, 2022 | Stress, Uncategorized
“I am stressed” – we often say to ourselves and others. Given the amount of demands placed on us from day to day, that is probably true. We have jobs to attend, families to take care of, bills, and other responsibilities. In addition to daily life, there are...
Jun 16, 2022 | Anxiety, Stress, Uncategorized, Wellness
In this video Counselor Emily explains a simple tool to help you practice mental wellness by grounding yourself. This can help lower anxiety and increase a sense of calm. A transcript of this video is available below. Video Transcription: Hi, my name’s Emily and...
May 26, 2022 | Anxiety, Children, Stress, Uncategorized
Counselor Emily made this video to share tips for deep breathing for adults and children. A transcription of this video can be found below. Video Transcription: Hi, this is Emily with Garrett Counseling and today I want to tell you about deep breathing. Deep breathing...
May 18, 2022 | Stress, Uncategorized
Today on the blog, we will be talking about regulation is all about getting yourself to a place where you’re calm again and not feeling down or feeling way too up. Below you’ll have 3 tips you can try while sitting at your desk! #1: Work On Your Breathing...
Mar 8, 2022 | Stress, Uncategorized
In our fast paced society we’re always working towards some kind of goal – work, family, or personal related. Often, we feel measured by our productivity and the amount of energy we’re expending. That wears us down and can cause a significant source of stress....
Feb 18, 2022 | Stress, Uncategorized
Stress and law enforcement is something that has only recently been growing in awareness. This is a field of work where employees witness traumatic events unfold on a daily basis. Because these first responders need to maintain a persona of strength in their line of...
Jan 28, 2022 | Children, Parenting, Stress, Uncategorized
Most parents understand that the excitement of having a newborn can sometimes be short-lived when you are trying to find a daycare provider that meets your needs. Financial concerns, long commutes, finding a place that meets your personal wants, and knowing that your...
Dec 22, 2021 | Law Enforcement, Stress, Uncategorized
At Garrett Counseling, we know that law enforcement officers endure a great deal of stress due to their jobs. Often, the public only hears a small portion of what these officers and their families endure. We wrote a series of blogs to both help the public understand...
Dec 22, 2021 | Law Enforcement, Stress, Uncategorized
At Garrett Counseling, we know that law enforcement officers endure a great deal of stress due to their jobs. Often, the public only hears a small portion of what these officers and their families endure. We wrote a series of blogs to both help the public understand...
Dec 22, 2021 | Law Enforcement, Stress, Uncategorized
At Garrett Counseling, we know that law enforcement officers endure a great deal of stress due to their jobs. Often, the public only hears a small portion of what these officers and their families endure. We wrote a series of blogs to both help the public understand...
Dec 2, 2021 | Holidays, Stress, Uncategorized
“Oh there’s no place like home for the holidays…” The air turns cold but a fire burns your remaining time until end of the semester exams and final class projects… Late nights and espresso shots fuel this last drive until you’re home for the holidays. At first...
