By: Jennifer Vannoy, Practicum Student Supervised by: Dr. Cheri Locke, PhD, MA, LPC-S, CST, CCTP Sexual health and mental health are closely connected, yet many people don’t realize how much one can affect the other. I’m writing this blog because sexual concerns are incredibly common, but many people feel embarrassed to talk about them—even in…
By: Caroline Neshyba, M. Ed., LPC Associate Supervised by: Dr. Cheri Locke, PhD, MA, LPC-S, CST, CCTP Some people grow up learning to survive through stillness. They became the peacemakers, the ones who noticed tension in the air before anyone else, who learned to hold their breath, soften their words, and make everything feel okay….
By: Margie Frisco, MA, LPC, CATP, CFTP Saying sorry can be a rough task. It can be hard to put the words together —to know when to say it and how to say it. The options are endless. Also, people can feel they have to say sorry a lot. Maybe the apology could be structured…
By: Jennifer Ponce de Leon, MA, LPC Associate Supervised by: Melissa Barton, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, CCTP So many people come into therapy with one big, scary question on their mind: Who am I? They may feel pressure to figure it out quickly, whether it’s about sexuality, gender, career direction, or simply the sense of not…
By: Caroline Neshyba, M. Ed., LPC Associate Supervised by: Dr. Cheri Locke, PhD, MA, LPC-S, CST, CCTP The holiday season is often seen as a time for family, tradition, and togetherness. It’s when we gather around the table, share stories, and indulge in familiar rituals that have been passed down through generations. But as families…
By: Jennifer Ponce de Leon, MA, LPC Associate Supervised by: Melissa Barton, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, CCTP If you’ve ever heard of EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), you might have thought, “Wait… is that the trauma therapy where someone waves their fingers in front of your face?” The short answer: kind of. The longer…
By: Caitlin Marks, Practicum Student Supervised by: Dr. Cheri Locke, PhD, MA, LPC-S, CST, CCTP\] Have you ever noticed how every season can disrupt your mental health? Maybe when the cold months start to roll in, you find it harder to sleep, or maybe, when the summer sun is shining its brightest, you feel different…
By: Jennifer Ponce de Leon, MA, LPC Associate Supervised by: Melissa Barton, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, CCTP We all know someone (or maybe we are that someone) who likes things a certain way. The coffee mug has to be just right, the morning routine cannot be disrupted, or maybe the idea of a last-minute plan sends…
By: Simrah Wasim, MS, LPC Associate, NCC Supervised by: Melissa Barton, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, CCTP Ready to improve your morning routine? The way you start your morning sets the tone for the rest of your day. A rushed, chaotic morning can lead to stress and anxiety, while a calm and purposeful start can create a…
By: Jennifer Ponce de Leon, MA, LPC Associate Supervised by: Melissa Barton, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, CCTP If as an adult you’ve ever wondered, “What happens in therapy?” you’re not alone. Many people are curious (and sometimes nervous) about what therapy actually looks like. The truth is, therapy is simply a space to help you feel…