5 Steps to Make Telehealth Work for You Online therapy sessions (also sometimes referred to as telehealth, virtual therapy, or online counseling) has been growing in popularity among mental health professionals for years. During the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become a necessity for providers who want to continue to serve their clients. I began offering […]
5 Steps to Make Telehealth Work for You Online therapy sessions (also sometimes referred to as telehealth, virtual therapy, or online counseling) has been growing in popularity among mental health professionals for years. During the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become a necessity for providers who want to continue to serve their clients. I began offering […]
12 Strategies for Keeping Your Sanity During the Coronavirus Many of us are reeling with how the recent coronavirus is affecting our everyday lives. Schools are closed, stores are picked over, and an unsettled feeling is sinking in throughout our communities. If you were already struggling with anxiety, OCD, or depression, you might find your […]
12 Strategies for Keeping Your Sanity During the Coronavirus Many of us are reeling with how the recent coronavirus is affecting our everyday lives. Schools are closed, stores are picked over, and an unsettled feeling is sinking in throughout our communities. If you were already struggling with anxiety, OCD, or depression, you might find your […]
How to feel better in the winter. As spring finally approaches in the Fishers area, we’re finally starting to see some glimpses of sunshine. Everyone is hopeful that the dreary winter will be wrapping up soon a giving way to warmer temperatures. Many of my clients struggle more with their emotional and mental health during […]
How to feel better in the winter. As spring finally approaches in the Fishers area, we’re finally starting to see some glimpses of sunshine. Everyone is hopeful that the dreary winter will be wrapping up soon a giving way to warmer temperatures. Many of my clients struggle more with their emotional and mental health during […]
Reduce anxiety in 2020 by learning to set boundaries. A topic that often comes up when I’m counseling women in the Fishers area is boundaries– boundaries with husbands, in-laws, church, children, friends. This is an especially important concept among clients who are seeking counseling for anxiety, because poor boundaries often lead to anxiety, guilt, […]
Reduce anxiety in 2020 by learning to set boundaries. A topic that often comes up when I’m counseling women in the Fishers area is boundaries– boundaries with husbands, in-laws, church, children, friends. This is an especially important concept among clients who are seeking counseling for anxiety, because poor boundaries often lead to anxiety, guilt, […]
There is starting to be more recognition of postpartum depression in women. (Still working on raising awareness about postpartum anxiety!) But did you know that 1 in 10 dads develop postpartum depression or anxiety? You are especially at risk if you have a history of depression or if you partner is experiencing a PMAD. Symptoms […]
There is starting to be more recognition of postpartum depression in women. (Still working on raising awareness about postpartum anxiety!) But did you know that 1 in 10 dads develop postpartum depression or anxiety? You are especially at risk if you have a history of depression or if you partner is experiencing a PMAD. Symptoms […]
Many women who receive counseling for postpartum depression and anxiety are in a committed relationship. Their partners are often very supportive and concerned about what she’s experiencing and want to help. Sometimes it’s difficult to know how. Here are some ways you can support your partner if she’s struggling emotionally. Just listen; don’t try […]
Many women who receive counseling for postpartum depression and anxiety are in a committed relationship. Their partners are often very supportive and concerned about what she’s experiencing and want to help. Sometimes it’s difficult to know how. Here are some ways you can support your partner if she’s struggling emotionally. Just listen; don’t try […]
Today, October 15, is World Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. It is estimated that 1 in 4 women will lose a baby during pregnancy, delivery, or infancy. To shine a spotlight on these experiences and help us grow in our understanding of how to help these moms, I’m grateful that a colleague has offered […]
Today, October 15, is World Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. It is estimated that 1 in 4 women will lose a baby during pregnancy, delivery, or infancy. To shine a spotlight on these experiences and help us grow in our understanding of how to help these moms, I’m grateful that a colleague has offered […]
Deciding whether or not to start or continue medications when you are pregnant or breastfeeding is a very personal decision. You should work closely with a doctor who is familiar with perinatal mental health to help you make the best decisions for yourself and your baby. This might be your OB-GYN or a reproductive psychiatrist […]
Deciding whether or not to start or continue medications when you are pregnant or breastfeeding is a very personal decision. You should work closely with a doctor who is familiar with perinatal mental health to help you make the best decisions for yourself and your baby. This might be your OB-GYN or a reproductive psychiatrist […]
Although I normally focus my blog posts on information, research, and my experiences with counseling clients for postpartum depression and anxiety, from time to time I’d like to feature real stories from moms who have experienced struggles during pregnancy and postpartum. As September is NICU Awareness Month, I’m grateful to have had a colleague, Lizzette […]
Although I normally focus my blog posts on information, research, and my experiences with counseling clients for postpartum depression and anxiety, from time to time I’d like to feature real stories from moms who have experienced struggles during pregnancy and postpartum. As September is NICU Awareness Month, I’m grateful to have had a colleague, Lizzette […]
As a mom of four and a therapist who works with a lot of moms with young kids, I can definitely appreciate how daunting it can be to get out of the house with a newborn! I can remember trying to assemble all of the necessary gear, time everything perfectly so we could get to […]
As a mom of four and a therapist who works with a lot of moms with young kids, I can definitely appreciate how daunting it can be to get out of the house with a newborn! I can remember trying to assemble all of the necessary gear, time everything perfectly so we could get to […]
