by Danielle Kowach | Feb 20, 2023 | 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...
by ann hogan | Feb 13, 2023 | Uncategorized
Often, we find ourselves feeling rejected by others, whether real or perceived, and contend with an inner voice which emphasizes a need for complete acceptance by others. We all wish to be admired, agreed with, accepted. It can be difficult when our thoughts or...
by Rachel Sahtout | Feb 5, 2023 | Uncategorized
Task initiation is something that most people have struggled with at some point in their lives. The barriers to task initiation may vary by person and circumstances, but the end result is that it can be difficult to start a task. Frequently this may be assumed to be a...
by Lauren White | Jan 23, 2023 | Orland park il counselor, Perfectionism
Fear of failure can get internalized and bind individuals to deep anxiety and despair. High-achieving people have a particularly hard time muting their self-critic. Inner critic refers to an inner voice that judges, criticizes, or demeans a person whether or not the...
by Vashonte James | Jan 9, 2023 | Uncategorized
Now that 2022 has ended, it is time to make some changes in my life. I plan to eat healthier, lose weight and spend more time reading instead of watching television. In order for these changes to take place, I need to stay motivated and think about the benefits. I do...
by sesparza@anxiety-stresscenter.com | Dec 17, 2022 | Uncategorized
Human beings are made up of many layers of energy, literally. Have you ever left a party or a situation feeling drained or flat? How we interact and with others and if we are truly functioning from a place of an alignment within ourselves can determine how our energy...
by Ellen Spiese | Dec 13, 2022 | Uncategorized
When you hear the word intimacy what comes to your mind? For many couples I work with, the word intimacy is often connected with sexuality. While sexuality can be an important factor in relationship satisfaction, there are different types of intimacy that impact your...
by holly houston | Dec 2, 2022 | Uncategorized
Research has unveiled the brain changes and functions that occur when a person experiences the longer-term effects of trauma. Trauma is experienced when the flight or fight reaction is prolonged as the result of a very disturbing or scary occurrence such as a...
by holly houston | Dec 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
There are two main beliefs about intelligence, abilities, and resilience: growth and fixed. A fixed mindset is a belief that intelligence and talent are fixed and innate. You are either born with it or not. People are viewed as competition rather than inspiration....
by Rachel Sahtout | Oct 29, 2022 | Uncategorized
During times of stress and distress, it is not uncommon for our thoughts to focus either on replaying past events, or reviewing future possibilities. With our mind in the past or on the future, the level of distress we are experiencing can increase and build. During...
