Are you feeling anxious and stressed out? Are you looking for a natural way to find relief from these symptoms? If so, you may want to consider trying yoga. Yoga has been used for thousands of years as a way to calm the mind, reduce stress, and promote overall health and wellness. Here are just a few of the many benefits of incorporating yoga into your anxiety management routine:
Stuck at the Start: Tips for ADHD and Task Initiation
Living with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) comes with its fair share of challenges. Getting started with undesirable tasks can present a significant challenge to those with ADHD, which often results in feelings of frustration or overwhelm. Persistent problems with procrastination can negatively impacts a person’s academics, work, and personal relationships. So, in order to learn to remedy this, here are a few strategies to try
Does Sleep Hygiene Really Matter?
If you're reading this, it's probably because you've heard the term "sleep hygiene" and are wondering what it means. In this article, we'll cover what sleep hygiene is and why it matters. We'll also talk about the ways in which our mood and functioning can be impacted by not getting enough sleep. Finally, there will be a section on common tips and tricks for better sleeping habits before wrapping up with when to get a professional opinion on your sleep patterns!
Does Exposure Therapy Work?
Can Therapy Help with Chronic Pain?
Chronic pain is one of the most common health issues in the United States, and it can have a negative impact on your mental health. Many people experiencing chronic pain don't seek help for the mental health component, but there are effective treatments and support available. Understanding how your experience of persistent pain might affect your moods and emotions can be an important part of an integrative treatment approach.
Using Social Media to Improve— Or at Least Not Hurt— Mental Health
We've all heard the horror stories about social media: how it can make us feel bad about ourselves and our lives, how it might be ruining our relationships, and how it contributes to depression and anxiety. While those sentiments all have some truth, let’s not forget that we can also use social media to our advantage. There are ways in which social media can work for— not against— your mental health.
Can You Do EMDR via Telehealth?
Parentification: What Does it Mean to Grow Up Too Fast?
5 Tips for Social Anxiety
Do I Have a Problem With Substance Use?
You may be wondering if you have a problem with substance use. You're asking yourself if it's time to cut down or stop using substances altogether. These are good questions! There's no shame in asking for help and there is no one-size-fits-all answer to your question. In order for us to answer these questions we must first define what a problem with substance use is, then we can get into whether or not you might consider getting help.
Tips for Seasonal Depression / Seasonal Affective Disorder
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that's thought to be caused primarily by the lack of sunlight during certain times of year. It can affect anyone but is most common in people with a history of mood disorders. One way to tell if you're experiencing SAD is if your symptoms are worse in winter months than other times during the year
How to Find a Therapist That is a Good Fit in Asheville, NC
How Does Therapy Work?
Creating Sustainable New Year’s Resolutions
As January gets underway, you may be inclined to make some New Year's Resolutions. This is a common time for reflection and goal setting; but it’s no secret that more people make resolutions than actually stick to them. If you're looking for sustainable ways to achieve your goals, it's important to avoid unrealistic expectations and perfectionism. In this blog post, we'll explain how you can make your New Year's resolutions more sustainable.
5 tips for Mindfulness for Anxiety
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health issues in the world. However, it can be incredibly difficult to manage. In this post we'll share some tips for managing your anxiety using mindfulness techniques that can help you learn to manage anxious thoughts and feelings so that you can live a more fulfilling life!
Who is this “inner child” everyone keeps talking about?
Navigating Mental Health During the Holidays
Hallmark tells us that the holiday season is full of cheer. This is certainly true for some of us, but for others, the holiday season may trigger discomfort and difficult feelings. Some of the holiday stressors that contribute to these feelings include extended time with family, financial stress, an emphasis on food, and the reminder that some of our loved ones are no longer with us. Keep reading for some tips and tricks this holiday season!
What are Negative Core Beliefs? How do you Change them?
Have you ever responded negatively to a situation and just thought “why is this affecting me so strongly?” Or maybe you’ve had trouble breaking a habit or changing a behavior. You might have low self-esteem and constantly beat yourself up, or maybe you can’t seem to shake the anxiety and depression that have been causing you suffering. At the root of all these things might be negative core beliefs.
The Benefits of Gratitude
How to Set Boundaries with People
Setting boundaries is an important skill to learn that helps with mental health and wellness, and allows you to maintain a healthy relationship with other people. Setting boundaries means that you express your thoughts and feelings clearly, while respecting the thoughts and feelings of others. In this post, I'll cover how to set boundaries with friends, family members, coworkers, and more!