When is it time for counseling? One of the biggest things we hear from our clients at Waters Edge Counseling is, “I just wish I had started counseling sooner.” The truth is, many people wait until they are in a crisis, or close to “crisis mode” to seek out help, but this doesn’t have...
Continue readingReasons to Seek Counseling when Cancer Hits Close to Home
There are definitely reasons to seek counseling when cancer hits close to home. If you’ve never had a cancer scare or diagnosis, or if you have never lost anyone to cancer – consider yourself extremely lucky. The devastation that a diagnosis or even just an appointment that needs further examination can be truly life...
Continue readingWhat is the Counseling Compact?
So, what is the Counseling Compact (C.C.)? There are some exciting things going on in the world of counseling, and this is one of them! As Georgia residents, we are super proud, as Georgia became the first state to pass the Counseling Compact Bill on March 23, 2021. What is the Counseling Compact? This...
Continue readingTips for a Successful and Low Stress Thanksgiving
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...
Continue readingThe “3 A’s” Strategy for Handling Election 2020 Stress & Anxiety
Election Day is here and has undoubtedly brought stress, fear, and anxiety along with it. It is reported that around ⅔ of American adults are facing heightened stress and anxiety about the 2020 Presidential election. Many Americans are facing anxiety related to who the next President will be and others are dealing with anxiety...
Continue readingAcceptance and Commitment Therapy Defined
Realizing that not everyone we speak with or speak to has a counseling background, we would like to give some clarity to types of therapy we implement and terms we often use. This week is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Our therapists at Waters Edge Counseling know this type of therapy to be extremely effective...
Continue readingCognitive Behavioral Therapy: What is CBT and why does it work?
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 therapists at Waters Edge Counseling are...
Continue readingSubstance Abuse and COVID-19
There have been many trends to follow in the last six months or so. Many have followed the increases and decreases of COVID-19 cases in their areas. Others have watched the stock market plummet and then rise back up. Others of us have watched our bank accounts struggle and ebb and flow as jobs...
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