Counseling Corner

Learning to Build Resilience in the Face of "Climate Anxiety"

Unprecedented winter storms with accompanying statewide power outages in Texas. Unimaginable heat waves and wildfires in the Pacific Northwest. Record-breaking snowfall in Spain. Major flooding, cyclones and hurricanes around the globe.

Talking About Social Media and Digital Literacy with Kids

The Wall Street Journal recently reported on research indicating that Instagram has been studying the effects of its app on younger users for years and the findings have been neither positive nor surprising.

Intimate Partner Violence is Complex and About Control

There is no one type of victim when it comes to domestic violence; victims vary by age, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, education, personality and lifestyle. Nor is there just one common type of abusive relationship.

Celebrating LGBTQIA+ Pride by Fostering Inclusivity in our Mental Health Care

Creating inclusive LGBT-supportive training programs that are culturally competent is key to empowering our mental health care providers so that LGBTQIA+ adults and youth can feel comfortable seeking out the help they need.

Bipolar Disorder: Helping Those We Love by Disproving Myths

Of the many harmful stigmas associated with mental illness, few have been as incorrectly portrayed and glamorized in pop culture as bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression.

Work Related Stress: What Is It and How Can We Reduce It?

Feeling overwhelmed at work? You're not alone! Work stress is common, but it doesn't have to control you. Our article explores the causes of work stress and offers practical tips to combat it, from managing your time to prioritizing self-care.

The Symbiotic Relationship Between Sleep and Mental Health

Our relationship to sleep in our society is at best, toxic. Too often we reward sleeplessness as a sign of dedication to work, an abundant social life or a signal of importance.

Teens and Mental Health: Red Flags to Watch Out For

Oh, the door slamming, dramatic yelling, eye-rolling, temperamental days of adolescence—we’ve all lived them and now have the honor of watching (or raising) the generations after us experience the same.

Fact: Eating Disorders are Mental Illnesses

National Eating Disorders Awareness Week is February 22-28. At its best, food becomes a centerpiece that can forge relationships and resolve conflicts. At its worst, it pits us against ourselves and isolates us into nonexistence.

Five Strategies for Emotional Well-Being

Now more than ever, it’s important to be vigilant about the state of our emotional wellbeing.