By: Jennifer Ponce de Leon, MA, LPC Therapy for perfectionism can help when high standards, rigid thinking, and self-criticism start to feel more exhausting than motivating. If you’re someone who prides yourself on being “high-achieving,” “detail-oriented,” or “just likes things done the right way,” there’s a decent chance you and rigid thinking or perfectionism are close acquaintances….
Janelle Schlueter, MS, LPC, NCC, CCTP It’s frustrating to have a thought that you can’t seem to put away — and for many people, intrusive thoughts and overthinking make that struggle even harder. It starts to feel like you need to focus on it, find an answer, and figure it out right now, and that…
By Malliesha George, Practicum Student Supervised by: Melissa Barton, MA, LPC, LCDC, CCTP In the fast-paced world today, anxiety can often feel overwhelming—leaving many to wonder: how can we effectively manage anxiety? As a clinical mental health counselor student, I have seen the impact anxiety can have on individuals’ lives. It’s vital to understand that…
By: Simrah Wasim, MA, LPC, NCC As a therapist who works with teenagers, I see firsthand how intense test anxiety can be. For many teens, it’s not just “normal nerves.” Test anxiety in teens can feel overwhelming, paralyzing, and deeply tied to their sense of self-worth. In a world of academic pressure, college admissions, and…
By Janelle Schlueter, MS, LPC, NCC, CCTP That Familiar Question I hear it from clients all the time: “Is my anxiety normal?” or “I get nervous, but isn’t that just being human?” The truth is, anxiety is part of being human. Our brains are wired to keep us safe by scanning for threats, alerting us…
By Jennifer Ponce de Leon, MA, LPC Associate Supervised by Melissa Barton, MA, LPC-S The Importance of Coping Tools for Anxiety As a therapist, I’ve seen firsthand the impact that anxiety can have on young minds. From the flutter of nervous butterflies before a big…
By: Natasha Cooke, MS Supervised by Melissa Barton, LPC-S What is Social Anxiety? Is meeting new people your worst fear? Do you tremor or suffer from anxiety when faced with social situations? You may be suffering from social anxiety disorder. Social anxiety disorder is determined…
By: Tara Kong, MS, NCC, LPC- Associate Supervised by Melissa Barton, LPC-S Anxiety ebbs and flows at different times throughout the day or week. At times one can experience high anxiety while, at other times, feel relaxed and at peace. When feelings or situations begin…
By Natasha Cooke, Practicum Student Supervised by Melissa Barton, LPC-S Do you want to learn how to overcome your fear of confrontation? Learning the right skills to confront someone can help you avoid arguments and communicate more effectively. Here are four simple steps to effective…
By: Natasha Cooke, Practicum Student Supervised by Melissa Barton, LPC-S Do you struggle with confrontation? Many of us do. Many of us even fear confrontation. We dread conversations that make us feel uneasy. We avoid conflict at all costs. Sometimes, we even go out of…