May 13, 2024 | Family, Parenting, Uncategorized
According to the 2023 Census Bureau, the vast majority of children have a sibling, statistics being as high as seventy-nine percent. Sibling relationships may be the longest-lasting relationships in our lives, but that is not to say that any sibling relationship is...
Apr 15, 2024 | Product Reviews, Technology, Uncategorized
This week’s website review is of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) website. This website has a wealth of resources for both professionals and individuals seeking knowledge and support. About American Psychiatric Association (APA) The American Psychiatric...
Mar 22, 2024 | Grief, Uncategorized
According to the American Psychological Association, grief is defined as the anguish experienced after a significant loss, usually the death of a beloved person. Grief affects everyone differently but we can all learn from the grieving process. Regardless of who we...
Mar 1, 2024 | For Patients, Product Reviews, Trauma, Uncategorized
What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing is a conversation between Oprah Winfrey and Bruce D. Perry, M.D., Ph.D. This book explores the impact of trauma on individuals’ lives and the potential for healing and resilience, and it...
Feb 19, 2024 | For Patients, Therapy, Uncategorized, Wellness
The formal definition of Mindfulness-Based Therapy is: “Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) was developed by Segal, Williams and Teasdale. MBCT helps people become aware of their thoughts, feelings and bodily sensations and learn to accept them, without...
Jan 22, 2024 | For Patients, Uncategorized
Rarely does our first job stay our permanent career for the entirety of our working life. In fact, it’s estimated that the average person has twelve jobs in their lifetime (U.S. Bureau of Statistics, 2023). Additionally, the Covid-19 pandemic had a great impact on job...
Jan 15, 2024 | For Patients, Uncategorized
This week on the blog, our team sat down with Counselor Lee to help you learn more about him and his counseling approach to counseling. Interviewer: Tell us a little about where you are from. Counselor Lee: I am from the Albertville area of Alabama. I was born in...
Jan 11, 2024 | For Patients, Friendship, Uncategorized
When we’re young, it often seems like making friends is second nature to us. We are going through the same social experiences as our peers, and naturally we tend to gravitate towards some of those around us and make lasting friendships. But what about when we become...
Dec 19, 2023 | Couples, Family, For Patients, Uncategorized
Most couples experience some form of conflict or discord throughout their relationship. Understanding how to best approach marital/couple discord allows couples to grow closer and the relationship to continue growing positively. In this blog, we will explore common...
Dec 5, 2023 | Family, For Patients, Parenting, Uncategorized
Friends one minute, enemies the next? If you have multiple children, you are probably all too familiar with sibling rivalry. Sibling conflict is inevitable; however, there are some tips parents can use to help reduce and better manage sibling conflict. What Is Sibling...
Nov 29, 2023 | For Patients, Technology, Uncategorized, Women
Research tells us that professional moms should consider prioritizing self-care and time for themselves. This is an important time to note that self-care isn’t just watching Netflix and having spa days. Seeking additional support from family and friends, setting...
Nov 24, 2023 | For Patients, Technology, Uncategorized, Website Reviews
This week’s website review is of the American Counseling Association (ACA) website and the benefits they provide to both mental professionals and members of the public. About American Counseling Association The ACA website includes extensive information on the...