Aug 9, 2021 | Anxiety, Children, Uncategorized
It is natural for a child to experience some level of fear or worry throughout their young life. However, when those emotions interfere with activities of daily living, the problem may run deeper. Since opening our location in Huntsville, anxiety counseling is one of...
Aug 6, 2021 | Anxiety, Uncategorized
The world has been turned upside down over the past 18 months. That, in and of itself, has caused anxiety in millions of people. Now we’re facing a relatively normal day-to-day with the same concerns over the increased spread of the virus. For many, this is...
Aug 4, 2021 | Parenting, Play Therapy, Teens, Uncategorized
When left to their own devices, children act out their innermost feelings and emotions through creative play and is well-known as a method of counseling for young children. Surprisingly to many, adolescents play therapy is still quite effective. As children grow into...
Aug 2, 2021 | Therapy, Uncategorized
If you are looking for a compassionate counselor in Alabama, Garrett Counseling has three convenient locations to serve you and your family. We specialize in the needs of children of all ages and adults covering a variety of issues. Here is a bit more about our...
Jul 30, 2021 | Anxiety, Children, Parenting, Uncategorized
When normal fears turn into chronic anxious thoughts and behaviors, it gives cause to seek help. When you notice this with your child, you should consider therapy for your child as soon as you notice an issue developing. Therapy for kids can help teach a child coping...
Jul 28, 2021 | Therapy, Uncategorized
Congratulations on your decision to begin therapy! Or maybe you’re already in therapy and feel like you’ve plateaued and don’t know what else to do. Today we are going to address tips you can implement to optimize the effectiveness of your counseling sessions. What...
Jul 26, 2021 | Play Therapy, Uncategorized
The thought of taking your child to a counselor can be a bit scary. Play therapy is a unique approach that our skilled experts use to interact with your child. This method utilizes the natural abilities your child has in expressing themselves to resolve conflict...
Jul 23, 2021 | Therapy, Uncategorized
When choosing a center for individual counseling services, it’s important to know how they conduct therapy sessions. Not all centers offer family counseling where the session is held with more than one family member at a time. If that’s what you’re looking for, then...
Jul 19, 2021 | Couples, Uncategorized
Are you arguing constantly? Finding it impossible to talk to your spouse? Or maybe you don’t even recognize who you’re married to anymore. If this describes your relationship, you should consider marriage counseling. Here Are Some Signs Every relationship is going to...
Jul 16, 2021 | Couples, Uncategorized
Every relationship hits bumps in the road and has its ups and downs. How you and your partner handle those situations says a lot about the strength of you as a couple. Relationship communication has the power to make or break your relationship. What is Communication...
Jul 14, 2021 | Therapy, Uncategorized, Wellness
When your thoughts are jumbled, your pulse is racing, or you’re feeling down, pull out a piece of paper and just start writing. Journaling is no replacement for therapy, but it can be a great tool in helping unveil hidden feelings or simply flushing words out of your...
Jul 12, 2021 | Depression, Teens, Uncategorized
According to the CDC, approximately 1.9 million children between the ages of 3 and 17 have been diagnosed with depression. The World Health Organization cites that globally, depression is one of the leading causes of illness and disability among adolescents. Early...
