by Rachel Sahtout | Jul 14, 2025 | Uncategorized
Boundaries are essential for healthy relationships and emotional well-being, but many of us weren’t taught how to recognize or assert them. As a result, it can feel confusing or even guilt-inducing to hold boundaries—especially when someone starts to push our...
by Timara Betts | Jun 22, 2025 | Mental Well-being, Perfectionism, Therapy
Facing the fear, finding your rhythm, and embracing the power of simply showing up. Dear New Therapist, Welcome. You’ve made it through years of study, supervision, and likely countless hours of questioning whether you’re REALLY cut out for this work. And now, here...
by Danielle Kowach | Jun 7, 2025 | Mental Well-being
Everywhere you look—podcasts, books and social media—there’s advice on how to be better and do more. And while there’s nothing wrong with wanting to grow, there’s a fine line between self-improvement and self-criticism. Real self-improvement isn’t about becoming...
by ann hogan | May 25, 2025 | Anxiety, Homewood IL therapist, Mental Well-being, Panic attack, Therapy
What Is the Difference Between a Panic Attack and an Anxiety Attack? In this blog we’ll look at the key differences between an anxiety attack versus a panic attack and learn how to cope with each. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by intense fear, a racing heart,...
by holly houston | May 23, 2025 | stress
Have you ever found yourself battling a cold or migraine after a particularly stressful week? You’re not alone—and it’s not a coincidence. While stress is a normal part of life, chronic, unmanaged stress can take a profound toll on your physical health. As a clinical...
by practicem | May 22, 2025 | stress
By Holly Houston, Anxiety and Stress Center, Homewood, IL We’ve all experienced moments when our hearts race, our breathing quickens, and we feel on edge—often due to stress. You may have even felt your blood pressure rise during a tense situation. But does...
by Lauren White | May 11, 2025 | Depression
Have you lost interest in the things that once brought you happiness? If you’ve noticed that music, social events, hobbies, or even your favorite meals no longer bring you joy, you might be experiencing a mental health condition called Anhedonia. It’s not laziness...
by Vashonte James | Apr 28, 2025 | Uncategorized
Various games can be utilized in therapy to observe a child at play while observing behavior. Board games, clay, puppets, drawing and storytelling allows the child to innocently paint a picture of what he or she is feeling, experienced or observed without directly...
by practicem | Apr 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
By Dr. Holly Houston, Licensed Clinical Psychologist serving Orland Park and surrounding communities As residents of Orland Park navigate the demands of modern life—from commuting on I-80 to balancing work pressures at local businesses and family responsibilities—many...
by Rachel Sahtout | Apr 14, 2025 | Uncategorized
Teenagers are typically known to go through periods of extreme emotional responses, risk taking behaviors, boundary pushing and lack of impulse control. Parents/guardians usually are concerned and confused when faced with the emotional ups and downs during the teen...
