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 6/27/2023
While seated on an airplane, an oxygen mask descends in front of you. What do you do? Flight attendants instruct you prior to take off to “put your own oxygen mask on before assisting child(ren) or others in your care.” This is great parenting advice for life in general. Caring...
Posted by Kristen Fitzgerald on 6/1/2023
Kristen is a Mental Health Counselor, specializing in children, adolescents, and families. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from SUNY Plattsburgh and Masters Degree in Community and Counseling Psychology from The Russel Sage Colleges. She has experience working in therapeutic settings and understands the importance of providing mental health...
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
“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 Tia Ruggiero on 1/21/2023
Well Child is one week into our book collection for Project Cameron's Story. We invite you to read Tucker's story and join us in supporting this amazing local organization. Project Cameron’s Story: Support Bonding of Parents & Premature Baby (projectcameronsstory.com)
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