By: Alexia Cabreras, MS, LPC Associate, NCC Supervised by: Melissa Barton, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, CCTP New Year resolutions can be important for mental health because they offer a structured way to reflect, set goals, and make positive changes in your life. While resolutions can sometimes…
By: Natasha Cooke, MS, LPC Associate Supervised by Melissa Barton, MA, LPC-S What are happiness hormones? Happiness hormones are those that help us reduce anxiety and depression; they boost our mood. There are four hormones commonly referenced as “happiness hormones”: serotonin, oxytocin, dopamine, and endorphins….
By: Carey Robey, MS, LPC, NCC Goals that Stick Sometimes it feels like my to-do list is endless. This list may include minor things like simple house chores or errands, or big things, like making progress toward health, relationships, or finances. I am consistently on…
By: Natasha Cooke, MS, LPC Associate Supervised by Melissa Barton, MA, LPC-S Do you dread journaling? If you’ve been going to therapy, it’s likely your therapist suggested journaling as a coping skill. However, you may have rolled your eyes at that suggestion because you despise…
By: Carey Robey, MS, LPC, NCC How to Forgive Yourself We are all familiar with forgiveness- the act of letting go of anger and resentment when we feel we have been wronged. Though one might be able to forgive others, you may find it hard…
By: Tara Kong, MS, NCC, LPC Associate Supervised by Melissa Barton Hearing vs. Active Listening There are very important differences between hearing someone and actively listening. Listening to someone is more work than hearing. Furthermore, it is essential to have people who listen to us…
By: M. Katherine Lickteig, MA, LPC Associate Supervised by Melissa Barton, MA, LPC-S What is mindset? Mindset is a set of beliefs that help you make sense of your world. Beliefs are pivotal in setting goals and whether you reach your goals. Types of mindsets…
By: Ally Hoffman, MA, LPC-Associate Supervised by Melissa Barton, LPC-S At the start of each new year, we begin considering making thoughtful resolutions. Sometimes we even do an overhaul of something we did not feel worked out well this past year. We start evaluating our…
By: Alexia Cabreras, Practicum Student Supervised by Melissa Barton, MA, LPC-S A new year and new resolutions! Hip! Hip! Hooray! 2023 is officially around the corner! This is an exciting time to start thinking about the changes you want for yourself. When we think of…
By: Carey Robey, MS, LPC, NCC Ever Heard of Internal Boundaries? Many of us have heard of the word boundaries. But many do not know about internal boundaries. Internal boundaries take it a step further. First, let’s define it. Defining Internal Boundaries Internal boundaries are…