International Stress Awareness Day. The first Wednesday of November, is recognized as International Stress Awareness Day. What better time than now to take a look at stress and ways to help alleviate it in your daily life. Recognizing International Stress Awareness Day As an initiative launched by the International Stress Management Association (ISMA), this...
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October 3-7 is Mental Illness Awareness Week 2022. All around us, people raise awareness for and celebrate their physical health. Our physical health is important to us, and it is a good and wonderful thing to celebrate it. But, what about our mental health? For many, mental health can still be a taboo phrase,...
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This week, we’re talking about severe weather & anxiety. With Ian on its way, we are all scrambling to figure out not only the logistics but also the anxiety that goes along with that. Anticipating the arrival of a hurricane, or any severe storm strikes fear and anxiety in the people in its path...
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Is there a difference between Anxiety and Stress? Short answer – yes. The simplest explanation is that stress is the body’s reaction to pressure or feeling threatened – external factors. Anxiety is a sustained mental health disorder that goes beyond everyday worries. This can be constant and affect your daily life. Waters Edge Counseling...
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If you have ever searched for a therapist and had little knowledge of reputable names, you probably turned to Google. And then, you most likely typed in a phrase similar to “therapists near me.” Suddenly, a long list of names with strange letters behind them, counseling practices, addresses, and maybe even pictures popped up....
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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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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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Couples: how to argue effectively. If you are in a relationship and have moved past the “honeymoon stage” then chances are you have had an argument. Many couples see disagreements and arguments as a sign that their relationship is failing; however, arguments are a normal part of any relationship. With two different people living...
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Counseling when dealing with cancer. Catie’s Gathering, sponsored by CURE (a Childhood Cancer Research organization very close to our hearts here at Waters Edge), is on the horizon – March 11th in fact. With that in mind, we wanted to talk about the many reasons counseling can help during these difficult times. Seeking counseling...
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Loneliness vs Anxiety. A topic we haven’t tackled yet. With all the upheaval that has happened in our lives since the beginning of the pandemic, there are many of us that have felt extreme loneliness. And, also, a lot of anxiety. But is there a difference? Recent studies say yes, so let’s dig in....
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