Don’t Let Social Anxiety Rule Your Life
By Danny Churchill, LCSW Social anxiety has run rampant in recent years. The COVID-19 pandemic made things like virtual meetings, working from home, and online classes the norm when they …
Mental Health Benefits: Connection with Nature
By: Lauren Burke, LCSW Every day, society gets busier and busier. People end up juggling multiple responsibilities. They constantly feel like they’re never enough, dropping the ball, or just completely …
PARENT EDUCATION: Social Media and You
By Marketing and Communications Coordinator, Dante Massey One of the most complicated phenomena we face today is the use of social media. It is a tool that can bring a …
MENTAL HEALTH TIPS: Creating Healthy Sleep Habits
When is the last time you had a good night’s sleep? By Kierstin Barker Many of us had resolutions way back in January to form healthier habits such as exercising, …
COUNSELING: Are You A Worrier?
By Robin F. Rishel, Ph.D., LPC Be still and know that I am GOD. – Psalm 46:10 I was blessed to have been invited to join a prayer group in …
MENTAL HEALTH TIPS: Benefits of Mindfulness
By Kierstin Barker Many of us, myself included, persistently wear our overstimulation as a badge of honor. We are constantly bragging about how busy our lives are or how many …
COUNSELING: What is a Panic Attack?
By Mary Griffin, BSN, MS, RN Picture this: You are enjoying a walk at a park and suddenly you start to sweat, feel chest pain, and your heart races. You …
COUNSELING: What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
B y Carrie Buckner Often when we hear the term “Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)” we conjure up images of our current armed forces or war veterans from the Vietnam era. …
MENTAL HEALTH TIPS: Don’t Let Bitterness Rule Your Life
The Bible warns about the impact of bitterness and anger. It’s “poison” will harm you and your loved ones. If bitterness is a “root” growing in your heart, it’s time to …