Sick of Sitting at Home? How to Start Facing Your Social Anxiety
Having social anxiety is more than just being shy. Social anxiety is something that can leave you feeling as if you never want to leave the house.
Anxious Thoughts? Tips to Rein in Your Ruminating Mind
Are you someone who deals with anxiety on a regular basis? Do you often feel as if nothing you do helps ease your worries? If you answered yes to either of those, you are not alone in this struggle.
Feeling Unheard & Unhappy? How EFT Can Help
It is very disheartening when you feel unheard. It's even worse when you are unhappy with the relationships in your life. You may feel discontentment over personal friendships or romantic relationships.
What It Means to Be “Triggered” & How to Cope When It Happens
It seems as if the word "triggered " has a very negative connotation attached to it. Thanks to media and other sources, it is a word that pops up more and more. It seems as if the word, used by some parties or media, is just thrown around carelessly
Fear & Faith: Why Your Anxiety Doesn’t Disqualify Your Christianity
Many Christians believe that when there is doubt, or fear, that it automatically disqualifies them from Christianity. The image of a "perfect " Christian is embedded into our minds. It's the image of someone who has it all together. Some whose faith is unwavering and certain.
How Childhood Trauma Triggers Adult Anxiety
When you think about the roots of your anxiety, what comes up for you? If you're like legions of anxious adults, childhood trauma might be triggering internal upheaval, getting you down, or wearing you out physically. Worse the life you long for may feel out of reach.
How Therapy Can Help Heal Depression
Does it seem as if you will never get out from a dark cloud? Are the feelings of sadness and despair overwhelming? Dealing with depression is hard. Feeling as if you will never measure up, or be good enough, is just as hard. Yet, feeling isolated and alone is often worse.
Finding Support For Your Trauma Outside of Therapy
You've taken the first steps to heal from trauma — going to therapy. It was a huge step but one that you were ready to take. No matter what traumatic event you are working through, you are likely seeing the benefits of therapy already
What to Expect in a Christian Counseling Session
Are you on the fence about going to a Christian counselor? In the past, you may have spoken with a pastor or other church member, only to feel more alone than before.
When Should You Seek Treatment For Depression
It is commonly thought that depression is only when you feel sad. However, while sadness is a symptom of depression, it is not the only one.
Finding Validation Through Christian Counseling
The church can provide many opportunities for healing and personal growth. However, it is also a place where we can feel judged and not accepted by the community members. Many people have been hurt by the church in the past, either directly or indirectly.
How Couples Counseling Can Help Build a Strong Foundation in Your Relationship
If you are in a committed relationship, you know it takes hard work for both people. Even if you've been together for years, tensions can get high at times, or you might even start to question your relationship. It's normal for each relationship to go through an ebb and flow, but it can sometimes feel like a rollercoaster for some couples.
7 Ways Therapy Can Help You Heal From Trauma
If you have gone through a traumatic event, you know how hard it is to move forward. Most people associate trauma or PTSD with military members and veterans. However, any person, regardless of age or gender, can experience trauma symptoms.
5 Things to Look for in a Christian Counselor
Searching for a Christian counselor that you trust can feel like a challenge. You want to make sure that whomever you choose will treat you with respect, compassion and honor your values. If you are a member of a church, you have likely discussed the challenges you are facing with your pastor or another church leader.
How is General Anxiety Disorder Diagnosed?
Everyone will experience anxiety at some point in their life, and people can experience anxiety for multiple reasons. Anxiety is the fear of the unknown.
Trauma and Anxiety: What’s the Connection?
A lot of people are surprised to hear that trauma and anxiety are connected to one another. Even though these are separate mental health disorders, they can both have an impact on the other.