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Control What You Can, Let Go of the Rest

Focusing on the Controllables Much of life is unpredictable. This uncontrollable truth can often feel stressful and even painful. With...

Apr 92 min read

Why Am I So Angry?

Have you ever found yourself suddenly overwhelmed with anger, feeling irritable, frustrated, or even hateful, but without understanding...

Apr 22 min read

Gloomy Weather: Why Weather Affects Our Mood

As the seasons change, shorter days and colder temperatures can take a toll on our moods. The reduced sunlight and cooler weather may...

Mar 261 min read

Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJD) and Stress

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a hinge connecting the jawbone to the skull. TMJ disorders can cause pain in jaw joints and muscles...

Feb 32 min read

Anxiety

Anxiety is a natural stress response, but when it becomes overwhelming or persistent, it can interfere with daily life. Whether it's...

Dec 27, 20242 min read

Depression

Depression is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can feel overwhelming and isolating, but there are practical...

Dec 27, 20242 min read

Reading as a Way to Manage Stress

Reading is a skill that we use every day, whether we’re studying, working, or simply enjoying a good book. Beyond its role in daily...

Nov 23, 20242 min read

Overgeneralization

Overgeneralization is the view of a single negative effect or situation as a never-ending pattern of defeat. This is characterized by...

May 31, 20241 min read

Romanticizing Relationships (Limerence)

Limerence is the involuntary obsession with another person. It is a multifaceted experience characterized by obsessive thinking, anxious...

May 22, 20242 min read

Combating Intrusive/Irrational Thoughts

Combating irrational thoughts and intrusive thoughts can be a challenging yet crucial aspect of maintaining mental well-being. These...

May 8, 20242 min read

Indications of Excessive Screen Time

Excessive screen time can significantly strain working memory, leading to cognitive overload with multifaceted consequences. One notable...

May 3, 20242 min read

Autism Symptoms and Diagnosis

Feel free to reach out to our office for an assessment related to Autism Spectrum Disorder. As outlined in the DSM-5, the symptoms...

Apr 11, 20241 min read

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Strategies for College Students

Imposter syndrome is a common struggle among college students, characterized by doubts about the legitimacy of their accomplishments,...

Apr 7, 20241 min read

Mastering Focus in a Digital World: Reclaim Your Attention

Do you ever struggle to focus on a task for an extended period? In today's digital age, where screens dominate our daily lives, it's not...

Mar 31, 20242 min read

Trouble Sleeping

Adequate sleep is essential for adults; they typically need between 7 and 9 hours of sleep a night. Insufficient rest can negatively...

Mar 31, 20241 min read

Navigating the Desire to Fit In

College represents a transformative period, bridging the gap from adolescence to young adulthood. This phase is often characterized by a...

Jan 21, 20242 min read

Self-Acceptance

Self-acceptance is the ability to embrace all parts of oneself, whether positive or negative. Going beyond mere acknowledgment, true...

Jan 21, 20242 min read

Alone vs. Lonely

Loneliness surfaces when one perceives that their social needs are inadequately met, both in quantity and quality of social...

Jan 7, 20241 min read

High-Functioning Depression

Depression is characterized by persistent sadness and a disinterest in previously enjoyable activities. The experience of depression can...

Dec 18, 20231 min read

Stress

The stress response is a natural survival mechanism, wielding both positive and negative influences on our mental and physical...

Nov 28, 20231 min read