Posted by Kristen Fitzgerald on 7/20/2023
Bullying causes disruptions to people’s physical and emotional well-being. It affects everyone – those who are being bullied, those who bully, and those who witness bullying. Negative outcomes, such as increased substance use, anxiety, depression, and increased suicidality have been linked to bullying. Bullying can best be defined as unwanted, aggressive...
Posted by Kristen Fitzgerald on 7/11/2023
Human beings are social creatures, who thrive by the companionship of others. Lacking strong social connections can be detrimental to our health. Social media platforms offer easy accessibility to find and connect with others, and while there are many benefits, it is important to remember that social media can never...
Posted by Kristen Fitzgerald on 5/24/2023
During this holiday weekend, we challenge you to have a restorative and peaceful weekend with friends and family. We have created a “bucket list” of activities you can do locally to ensure you are spending quality time with loved ones, but also taking time for your own mental wellness. Walks &...
Posted by Tia Ruggiero on 5/11/2023
Grief takes many forms. We grieve when someone we care about has died, when a friendship or romantic relationship ends, when a pet dies, when our dreams for the future are altered, when we leave a job, when we move to a new home, or when we face a traumatic...
Posted by Kristen Fitzgerald on 5/2/2023
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! While Mental Health Awareness Month was first recognized in 1949, it has never been more pertinent than now to recognize the role mental health plays in our overall well-being, the value in raising awareness and helping those in need receive treatment. Individuals often suffer in...
Posted by Kristen Fitzgerald on 3/29/2023
When we learn about nutrition, we’re taught that healthy eating habits can help us look and feel our physical best. What we’re not always taught is that nutrition affects our mental health, too. A well-balanced diet can help us think more clearly and feel more alert. It can also improve...
Posted by Kristen Fitzgerald on 3/7/2023
The repetition of positive, affirming words can often be applied for an extra dose of confidence in difficult situations. Positive affirmations can serve as helpful reminders in times of anxiety, stress, moments of low self-worth, or even when beginning or ending your day. It can sometimes feel easier to let negative...
Posted by Kristen Fitzgerald on 2/7/2023
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“All my child did with their counselor was play!” The idea that play therapy isn’t a legitimate approach to therapy is a common misconception with which counselors often contend. Play therapy is real therapy and is an evidenced based approach to working with children. This therapeutic approach is to children what...
Posted by Kristen Fitzgerald on 12/15/2022
Roughly 5 percent of the U.S. population experiences seasonal depression, also known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD). It is most common during the fall and winter months, when the days get shorter and there is less sunlight. SAD can occur during the spring or summer, although this is less common....
Posted by Kristen Fitzgerald on 10/14/2022
Children who are exposed to intimate partner violence (IPV) are not all affected equally or in the same ways. For many children, exposure to IPV can be very traumatic, and their reactions are often similar to reactions to other traumatic stressors. The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) highlights important immediate...
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