Dissociation wears many faces. It can be difficult for patients to know if they are dissociating and what to do about it. Dissociation is a complex psychological phenomenon that involves a disconnection between thoughts, identity, consciousness, and memory. It is often considered a defense mechanism that the mind employs in response to overwhelming stress...
Continue readingWhat is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)? You have probably noticed some of our posts, blogs and videos mentioning CBT or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. But you might not know what it refers to. CBT is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on how a person’s thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes affect their feelings and behaviors. The...
Continue readingSelf-Harm Awareness Month
March is Self-Harm Awareness Month. And although we are approaching the end of March, we wanted to be sure to address this topic. Self-Harm is defined as “when a person hurts his or her own body on purpose. The injuries may be minor, but sometimes they can be severe. They may leave permanent scars...
Continue readingWe are Here for School Counselors
We are here for school counselors. Waters Edge Counseling is proud to serve as a resource for School Counselors. With our next Open Forum for School Counselors coming up on March 29th, we’d like to take some time to look at what our School Counselors actually do – and why they are so vital...
Continue readingSt. Patrick’s Day in Savannah – History & Pitfalls
St. Patrick’s Day in Savannah – history & pitfalls. Along with tradition and fun, St. Paddy’s Day can have a downside as well. Sometimes the celebration of the day can be a lot for people. Anyone that has substance abuse issues or even fear of crowds and anxiety can have a really hard time....
Continue readingSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)? Here in Savannah, our weather fluctuates constantly. For instance, this week, it’s foggy and in the 60’s and last week it was really cold and sunny. But regardless of temperature and/or precipitation, we can all experience Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD. What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)? With...
Continue readingIs it Loneliness or Anxiety?
Is it Loneliness or Anxiety? During this time of year especially, when the weather is a bit dreary, we can start feeling low. There are many of us that felt extreme loneliness during the pandemic. Many have still not gotten back into the swing of things. We’ve also had a lot of anxiety. But...
Continue readingGoals vs. Resolutions
Let’s talk about Goals vs. Resolutions. So, why are goals better than resolutions? As we approach the new year, many of us are committing to making some differences. Whether they are health-related or financial, plans to be more “present” or aspirations to reach out more often to family and friends. Everyone has something they’d...
Continue readingExplaining “Blue Christmas”
This week, we are explaining “Blue Christmas”. We are all familiar with the famous Elvis Presley song of the same name, but did you know that “Blue Christmas” is an actual phenomenon? It refers to the grief, loneliness and overall depression that affect many people during the holidays. Waters Edge Counseling therapists want to...
Continue readingSetting Healthy Boundaries During the Holidays
Let’s talk about setting healthy boundaries during the holidays. Setting boundaries with our loved ones during the holidays – or anytime – can be tricky, but it’s extremely important. Many of us are facing this situation right now. During the past couple of weeks, with so much swirling in the news and differing political...
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