Play therapy is an increasingly popular form of counseling used to foster emotional and psychological growth in children. While the idea might sound complex, its practice is simple: it’s playtime with a purpose! Through engaging activities like drawing, storytelling,...
Depression is a real and serious mental health condition. Unfortunately, too many adults ignore or simply don’t recognize the signs of this very common disorder and suffer in silence instead of seeking help. But, if you’re struggling to cope with...
With the current state of affairs in the world, it is only natural that our mental health may be experiencing an onslaught of unrest. Anxiety is rampant – from worrying about jobs and financial stability to adapting to virtual work and schooling or anything else your...
Substance abuse is a complex, multifaceted issue that affects millions of people each year. Despite its prevalence in society and communities around the world, it continues to be shrouded in myths and stigma which frequently lead to misunderstanding and judgment of...
Art therapy is a unique and powerful way to promote mental health, providing an opportunity for individuals to express their feelings in creative ways that can ultimately lead to greater self-awareness, improved coping skills, and positive changes. The therapeutic use...
Have you been feeling lost and overwhelmed lately, unsure of who you are or where your life is headed? Do thoughts of self-doubt fill your mind often leaving you anxious and disconnected from the world around you? If so, individual counseling may be a great solution...
Effective Parenting Techniques Parenting is hands down one of the most challenging yet rewarding experiences. This is because maintaining authority without compromising empathy and honest expression of feeling is a difficult task. It takes loads of patience,...
Setting Boundaries for Self-Care In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to lose sight of the importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care. Yet, self-care is paramount for maintaining great physical and mental health. But very few people understand that...
Knowing Your Self-Worth Knowing your self-worth is one of the most important things in life. This is the value you place on yourself as a person and is a fundamental aspect of your identity as it shapes how you view yourself, your relationships, and your place in the...
Techniques for Healing Trauma Psychological or emotional trauma, if left unaddressed, ranks high on the list of major causes of mental illnesses, such as depression and anxiety. However, whether it resulted from a rough childhood, physical violence, natural disasters,...
