Turkey Day is here, ready or not – and you may need some tips for a successful and low stress Thanksgiving. For many of you, your annual Thanksgiving traditions will probably look a bit different this year. Maybe your family has decided to gather in smaller groups, or perhaps you’ve invited your next door...
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The COVID-19 pandemic continues to plague our country, and in most areas of the United States, the number of COVID cases continues to increase. In Savannah, masks are now required, and the number of COVID hospitalizations in all 3 of our city’s primary hospitals is steadily rising. As the pandemic rages on, many people...
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If you’re like me, your day is filled with to do lists, laundry, cooking, working, caring for others, and trying to stay afloat in daily life. When you throw worry, fear, frustrations, and relationships into the mix, you can easily see why so many people struggle with anxiety. For those of us who are...
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When you hear the term “Group Therapy,” what images come to mind? I’m sure we all have preconceived ideas of what a Group Therapy session is. Perhaps you imagine a group of strangers sitting in a circle spilling their guts out, passing around kleenex, and patting each other on the back. Maybe the term...
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We began by identifying healthy boundaries and understanding why they are important in our lives. Next, we addressed reasons we have poor boundaries in our lives. Now the hard part comes, actually setting healthy boundaries. Just like with all new things, it will be a challenge at first and will get easier with time....
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As a mental health professional, over and over again I see that poor boundaries are a source of much pain and anxiety. This blog is the beginning of a four-part series to help you: – define boundaries – understand the origin of your boundaries – create healthy boundaries – keep those boundaries Dr. Ryan...
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If you walk into any Office Supply or Value Mart store this week, you will quickly see that the shelves are lined with markers, crayons, notebooks, and backpacks, meaning one thing: it’s back to school time! Many parents are turning cartwheels at the fact that their kids now have a daily routine again. Teachers...
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One of the best medicines for the human soul is being outside. Research shows that those who spend time outside are less likely to experience depression and anxiety. Being outside gets us out of our heads and aware of the world around us. We become mindful of our surroundings. Mindfulness brings peace into our...
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