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...
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Sexual Assault Awareness. Coping with sexual assault is a difficult process to say the least. April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Therefore, we wanted to address this subject with some suggestions, compassion and support. Sexual Assault Awareness Sexual assault can be defined as any sexual contact or behavior that occurs without the explicit consent...
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...
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Teens and Mental Health. With everything available to our teens these days via social media, the internet, streaming videos, etc. – teens are suffering with mental health more now than ever. As a constant tool for comparison, social media can lead to self-esteem issues and feelings of isolation. There is no wonder that the...
Continue readingCould Marriage or Couples Counseling be right for you?
Could Marriage or Couples Counseling be right for you? In any relationship, there are difficulties. Some are minor, such as disagreements about household chores or low-key spats now and again. But some issues are harder to deal with. Infidelity, money concerns, lack of trust, parenting…the list is long. Marriages and romantic relationships can be...
Continue readingFacing Eating Disorders this Holiday Season
This week we’re discussing facing eating disorders this holiday season. No matter what time of year, if you suffer from or are recovering from an eating disorder, meals are a challenge. But during the holidays, when decadent food is everywhere you look – at parties, family gatherings, the office – dealing with your issues...
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...
Continue readingHaving an Attitude of Gratitude
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving, so what better time to talk about having an Attitude of Gratitude? With the extra pressures that the holidays bring, it can be so easy to get bogged down in anxiety and depression. But we have found that looking at what you have – what you have to be grateful for...
Continue readingWhy You Should Continue Therapy
Why you should continue with therapy – even if you think you’re done. So many people use counseling and therapy to help them deal with their mental health. But, often times, not everyone keeps going. If you’re wondering how long you should stay in counseling – that is completely normal. The answer is different...
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