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 readingA Look into Suicide
A look into Suicide. Suicide is an extremely hard topic to tackle. But it is a reality in our world. And, unfortunately, the statistics show that numbers are up. There is always a way out, but sometimes that’s hard for us to see. A Look into Suicide Perhaps, like me, you know of a...
Continue readingCombat Post-Holiday Depression
How do you combat post-holiday depression? It can be a bit tricky. The holidays can bring up a lot of emotions, and those feelings are not always positive. While some might feel excited and upbeat, others may feel anxious or depressed leading up to or during the holidays. People may feel low once the...
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 readingHow to Talk to Kids About Gun Violence & School Shootings
It’s hard to know how to talk to kids about gun violence and school shootings. Today, in our very own city of Savannah, GA, there was what appears to have been a hoax linked to a purported situation at one of our high schools. This disturbing false report of a school shooting created utter...
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