by Denise S | Dec 9, 2022 | Anxiety and Stress, Mental Health
A divorce is one of the most emotionally challenging events one can experience, affecting all areas of life and many relationships beyond the divorcing couple. In many cases, parents, siblings, and friends struggle with feelings of sadness, anger, and confusion...
by Denise S | Dec 5, 2022 | Mental Health
Every day, we are reminded how important it is to take care of our physical health. From dietary concerns to the need to exercise and get enough sleep, everyone understands that taking care of our bodies is necessary for optimal health – even if we don’t...
by Denise S | Nov 28, 2022 | Mental Health
Many counselors and coaches shy away from discussing the importance of spirituality regarding mental health, but it is one of the most compelling aspects of treatment. As discussed in a previous article, belief systems significantly improve one’s mental health...
by Denise S | Nov 21, 2022 | Mental Health
As natural as grief is, it is one of the most difficult emotions to process and understand. There are many misconceptions surrounding grief, including how it should look and how long it should last. But whatever type of loss has occurred, there is no right or wrong...
by Denise S | Nov 18, 2022 | Mental Health
One of the problems with diagnosing mental health concerns is that the lines are often blurred. Many of us fear heights or cannot imagine speaking in front of others, but does that indicate normal behavior – or a mental health condition? What line exists between...
by Denise S | Nov 11, 2022 | Coaching, Mental Health
Emotional Intelligence (EQ or EI) describes how an individual responds emotionally to situations – unlike IQ, which measures one’s cognitive learning abilities. Therefore emotional intelligence is characterized by the level of empathy and understanding an...