Divorce or separation may mean the end of your partnership with your former spouse or significant other, but if you have children in common, your co-parenting relationship will continue. In the best cases, two people who decide to end their intimate relationship can continue to cooperate for the children’s sake. However, if there are lingering romantic feelings, or the relationship...[ read more ]

Empathy is an important part of life, and it’s a trait that must be developed so we can have satisfying relationships with others. Not only does empathy allow us to understand other people; it also motivates us to take action to help others, according to research. Despite the importance of empathy, not everyone has a strong innate ability to empathize...[ read more ]

Divorce is challenging, especially if you have children. Despite the negative emotions and resentment, you may have toward your former spouse, you have to find a way to parent together. This means learning to have a healthy co-parenting relationship for the benefit of the children. The reality is that your children need both of their parents in their lives, and...[ read more ]

When you seek treatment for a mental health condition like depression or anxiety, there are several options available. Most people probably picture traditional talk therapy, in which they sit in an office and discuss their concerns with a counselor when they think about mental health treatment. While this may be the most common form of therapy, art therapy is an...[ read more ]

When the weather starts to grow warmer during the spring months, it’s common for people to head outside in droves. Neighborhood sidewalks that were once empty are filled with families out for walks and children whizzing by on bicycles. People flock to local parks and hiking trails, and suddenly the cabin fever that can come along with winter is lifted....[ read more ]

When a person seeks therapy, there are multiple options available. What probably comes to mind first when thinking of therapy is traditional “talk therapy,” in which a therapist sits in the office with a client and helps the client to process their emotions and overcome psychological issues, ranging from relationship problems to mental health conditions like depression. While this may...[ read more ]

The teenage years can be a challenging time for parents and their children, as teens begin to pull away from their parents and explore their own interests and identities. Unfortunately, mental health problems can also arise during the teenage years. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the number of teenagers with poor mental health...[ read more ]

How is Mindfulness Used in Therapy?   When therapists treat clients, there are several modalities they may utilize to help clients make progress and meet their treatment goals. One therapeutic modality that may be beneficial is the use of mindfulness. Here, learn how mindfulness is used in therapy, and what the research says about the benefits of mindfulness interventions.   ...[ read more ]

Why Schools Benefit from Hiring Outpatient Therapists  Mental health disorders are common among school-aged children. In fact, according to a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), around 9.4% of children have an ADHD diagnosis; 7.1% live with anxiety, and 3.2% are diagnosed with depression. This means that teachers are likely to encounter students with mental...[ read more ]

How to Deal with Added Anxiety Due to the Holidays It's not unusual to feel anxious and stressed during the holidays. There are several things that can stress you out, from having a lot of people around to cooking for a crowd. Illness or the fear of illness during the winter holidays can cause anxiety too. You might also feel...[ read more ]