Maybe you are struggling with some things going on recently or are finding
yourself having a difficult time clearing your head. You might find yourself
thinking about how to regain your footing and better nurture yourself. Seeking
out therapy might just be the way to get back on track.. READ MORE
Know Your Superpower!
One of the benefits of the Mindfulness Matters group is to help us get a better sense of our moment to moment
experiences. The thing is, I am sometimes asked why this matters. READ MORE
Mindfulness with 5 Senses
One of the aims of my Mindfulness Matters group is to provide people
with accessible, fool proof tools to help them ground in the present moment so
that they can eradicate the inner critic, paralyzing self judgments, and gain
the sense of empowerment they need to make the best choices about how to react
to what pops up in their lives. READ MORE
Celebrate Your ‘Social Brain’ with Group Therapy!
Recently, I spent some time talking about GROUPS with Katie
K. May of Creative Healing Philly. Katie K. May is a DBT Certified,
Licensed Therapist for Teens in Pennsylvania. She specializes in running
groups for teens who experience anxiety, depression and self-harm behaviors,
with a passion in helping clients learn to express and cope with
overwhelming emotions in healthy ways so that they can move forward in life
EMPOWERED and able to create their own path to happiness. READ MORE
Assert Yourself – And Enhance Your Relationships
I recently connected with Dr. Julie Hanks for the “Beyond the Couch” podcast
to talk about assertiveness tips. Dr. Hanks is a licensed clinical social
worker and psychotherapist specializing in women’s emotional health and
relationships. She is the founder and director of Wasatch Family Therapy,
author of The Burnout Cure and The Assertiveness Guide for Women, a blogger, a local and national media contributor, an online mental
health influencer, a life coach and a private practice consultant, and an
award-winning performing songwriter. READ MORE
Boost Your Brain with ‘Vitamin Sea’ This Summer
You might be the one in your circle who can never get enough beach time in
the summer. Or maybe you spend your breaks listening to ocean sounds or
bookmarking your favorite beach getaways. While you may not have put much
thought into the how and why of your beach daydreams and memories, you know
that they always brightened you up. READ MORE
Getting Some Sleep? Part 4
Last week, we looked at the processes that regulate sleep cycles. There
are factors that can prevent this that we can easily modify in our lives.
Suggestions for modifying the amounts and timing of using these substances are
part of “sleep hygiene” which we will explore in more depth next week
when we take a closer look at some sleep solutions! READ MORE
Getting Some Sleep? Part 3
Last week, we began exploring some of the reasons we sleep and the processes
that regulate sleep cycles. To examine this more thoroughly, it is important
to keep in mind that our sleep drive is lowest in the morning when we wake up;
it gradually increases as the day progresses. During sleep, our sleep drive
gradually weakens as we “recharge our energy reserve.” READ MORE
Are You Worried About Your Teen and The Blue Whale Challenge?
Recently, there have been a number of reports about the teen focused “game”
or challenge that has ended in the death of two US teens. The Blue Whale
Challenge has brought with it some horrors, sadness, and tragic outcomes.
It has also brought with it a number of questions, namely focusing on how we
can help our teens who are feeling isolated, alone, and helpless. READ MORE
Getting Some Sleep? Part 2
Last week, we looked at some general information about how challenging it
can be to ensure we are sleeping soundly and adequately. Still, a question
remains as to why we do sleep. While some disparity amongst sleep experts
persists, there are some fundamental reasons for our restful sleep to enhance
our lives. READ MORE
Looking for a way to slow down the overwhelming thoughts and feelings so you can bring your life to where you want it to be?
Try it with my free Mindfulness toolkit here to get back on track and have the relationships you want, feel calm and centered, and create your life of celebration!
