Being concerned about a friend or loved one’s mental health can be difficult, especially if you are unsure if they are simply going through a tough time, or dealing with a significant mental health issue. In these instances, knowing the early warning signs of mental illness is vital. There are many different types of mental illness, […]
Emotional Intelligence – Part One
Self-Awareness Emotional Intelligence is defined as our ability to recognize and be understanding of our own emotions, as well as the emotions of others. It is a set of skills that will be useful for you in almost every interaction you have in your life. Our five-part series on Emotional Intelligence is designed with you […]
Self-Compassion During Self-Quarantine
The COVID-19 outbreak has drastically altered our daily routines, activities, and interactions. During these uncertain times, we are all feeling some level of stress and anxiety, and being quarantined at home likely is not helping. And while there are many things we are unable to do right now, there is one thing that could make a […]
Mental Health Wellness Tips for Quarantine
The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. A doctoral level Psychologist in NYS with a Psy.D. in the specialties of School and Clinical Psychology has graciously shared these tips. 1. Stick to a routine. Go to sleep and wake up at a reasonable time, write […]
Journaling for Your Mental Health
With all that is going on in the world right now, and especially with all the extra time spent sheltering at home, we understand the need for an outlet. There are so many thoughts and emotions to process and being stuck inside can feel overwhelming if you do not have any healthy coping mechanisms for […]
Online Counseling During Social Distancing
With all that is going on right now with requests for Social Distancing, it seems like a pretty good time to stay in the house and not go outside unless you absolutely need to for essentials. It seems almost as if the whole nation is taking a brief recess as we all take the time […]