How many of us made new year resolutions? Why do we promise ourselves something that most of us won’t keep up with or really commit to? What is it about the beginning of a new year that gives us hope for the future?
Read MoreWhen I get emails or phone calls from men who want to start therapy with me, I get giddy. I really do! I am so grateful that we seem to be on the upswing as a country where overall, more men are seeking therapy now than ever before. The stigma around folks seeking mental health treatment, especially men, is slowly disappearing and I want to be a contributing factor in that trend. In order to support my current male clients, and encourage more men to seek help, I am writing today about what you can expect from high quality mental healthcare and why treatment is important.
Read More“Self care” is a phrase us therapists throw out quite often. But what does it mean? What really is self care? Self care are all the things that you do to improve your physical and mental well-being. These can include hygiene, nutrition, and lifestyle actions. So, self care includes things like: drinking plenty of water to stay hydrated, eating nutritious foods, showering regularly, limited alcohol consumption, time with loved ones, and engaging in a favorite hobby. Self care activities are great to do on a consistent and daily basis, but are even more important during times of stress.
Read MoreWell, it’s been a year! A year since COVID thrust the entire world into quarantine and chaos. Many of us transitioned to working from home and many still are working from home. It seems that working from home might continue indefinitely, since many jobs can be done virtually for some or all of the time. Since you might be working from home for quite a while, I wanted to take a moment and share some ideas for you to consider to create a work/life balance when you are working from home.
Read MoreAt any point in the year, when there are expectations for caregivers that go above and beyond their everyday obligations, especially during holidays, caregivers need extra support! On top of getting your care receiver to their appointments, doing your laundry, managing outside work (if you have a full- or part-time paid job), and making sure the driveway is shoveled, you feel the pressure of getting holiday meals ready, and preparing the house for guests (in my house, this is a week-long event). Do you feel like you have to be a Super Human to get it all done? It is normal to feel overwhelmed, completely exhausted, and like it’s hard to actually feel joy. Luckily, I am here today to give you some support and guidance.
Read MoreOffering mental health counseling for adolescents and adults near Lancaster, PA
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1987 State Street, East Petersburg, PA 17520 and 210 West Grant Street, Lancaster, PA 17603
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