Let’s discuss why summer is an ideal time for counseling. School is wrapping up, and summer is on the horizon. For children and teens the much awaited summer break means days of no homework, staying up later, enjoying the pool, and having much less structure to their day. For many parents, the summer break...
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Empty Nest Syndrome is real. We are in the midst of May, and this brings graduation, and for some parents, the acute realization that they will soon be “empty nesters.” Empty Nest Syndrome is defined as when your last, or only, child is all grown up and about to leave home. This can cause...
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This is a time each year to raise awareness about mental health. We continue to fight stigma, provide support, and educate the public. As counselors we also advocate for policies that support people dealing with mental illness and their families. At this point in time – more than...
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Exercise to prevent depression. We have talked before on this blog about exercise helping to relieve depression. But can exercise actually help prevent depression? Studies say yes! And with the beautiful spring weather we are having right now, what better time to start? Exercise to Prevent Depression For a long time now, mental health...
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April is recognized as Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Coping with sexual assault is a difficult process, and it can be hard to deal with to say the least. We want to address this subject with some suggestions, compassion and support. Sexual Assault Awareness Sexual assault can be defined as any sexual contact or behavior...
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The importance of clinical supervision. Clinical supervision gives support to trainee mental health professionals by offering guidance and support from a more experienced counselor. To be licensed to practice, mental health providers must complete a minimum number of therapy hours under clinical supervision. The requirements may vary depending on the license a counselor seeks...
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April is Stress Awareness Month. First of all, how is April already!? But we digress. Let’s take this opportunity to look at the impact of stress on mental health. And Waters Edge will also provide some practical ways you can reduce the stress you’re experiencing. Recognizing April as Stress Awareness Month Stress can be...
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Gardening for your mental health. There is a definite link between gardening and emotional well-being. And with spring upon us, there’s no better time to plant some flowers or a vegetable garden. In fact, any type of outdoor gardening or working in the yard or nurturing indoor plants can prove beneficial to your mental...
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Substance Abuse. Real talk. The ongoing uncertainty and stress of this pandemic have led to increased demand for mental health services from psychologists in the United States. However, conditions like anxiety and depression aren’t the only mental health issues people are facing. Studies say misuse of opioids, alcohol and stimulants are also on the...
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St. Patrick’s Day in Savannah – it has it all. But along with tradition and fun, it has its pitfalls as well. We have been deprived of this tradition since the pandemic began, so this year…we are ready! Bring on the greening of the Forsyth Park fountain, the parade, all the beads, and the...
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