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Skip the Ice Cream: Here’s A Better Post-Breakup Plan

April 15, 2022 by BSTMN6410

Breakups are hard, there’s no two-ways about it. The emotional toll is enough to send many women into the fetal position with one hand wrapped around a spoon and the other around a pint of Häagen-Dazs®. The problem with reaching for comfort foods in times of crisis is that they set us up to feel […]

Filed Under: Depression, Nutrition

What is Equine-Assisted Therapy?

March 24, 2022 by BSTMN6410

Many of us have always known that we feel better and calmer when we are around nature or animals. And studies have consistently shown that there is indeed therapeutic value of human-animal interaction. So it’s no surprise that Equine Assisted Therapy has become an increasingly popular mental health treatment. Equine Assisted Therapy is a form of experiential […]

Filed Under: Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem

Healthy Food & Emotional Regulation

December 21, 2021 by BSTMN6410

Are you an emotional eater? When you’re feeling stressed, do you find yourself ordering in pizza? When something sad happens, do you drown your grief in sugar? If so, you’re not alone. A majority of people deal with the challenges of life by turning to their favorite comfort foods. The trouble is, these foods are […]

Filed Under: Depression, Nutrition

What is Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy?

May 12, 2021 by BSTMN6410

You’ve probably heard of mindfulness meditation, but what exactly is Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)? This form of therapy uses mindfulness practices like breathing exercises and meditation to help clients break free of negative thought patterns. What Can MBCT Treat? MBCT was first developed to prevent individuals who were struggling with repeating episodes of depression and anxiety from […]

Filed Under: Depression, Women's Issues

Mental Health Habits for 2021

April 1, 2021 by BSTMN6410

We live in a society that seems obsessed with physical health and weight loss. A majority of people have tried one or more diets to lose weight. People join gyms, juice, and take supplements, all in an effort to optimize their physical health. Sadly, most people don’t give their mental health a second thought. The […]

Filed Under: Adolescents/Teens, Anxiety, Depression

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  • Teen Counseling
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  • Couples Therapy
  • Psychological Assessments

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