by Holly Houston, PhD | Jul 12, 2026 | Anxiety, Coping Strategy, stress
Many suburbanites in Orland Park, Homewood, and other areas are experiencing a unique kind of stress right now—one that comes from watching events unfold that feel unjust, destabilizing, or deeply out of step with core values like fairness, dignity, and the rule of...
by Timara Betts, LCSW | Jun 21, 2026 | Anxiety, Coping Strategy, Homewood IL therapist, Mental Health, Nervous System, Orland park il counselor, stress
Do you ever feel constantly on edge, overwhelmed by everyday responsibilities, or unable to truly relax? If so, your nervous system may be working harder than it needs to.Our nervous system is designed to protect us from danger. When we encounter stress, it activates...
by Peter Lucas, LCPC | Jun 16, 2026 | Anxiety, Couples therapy, parenting, stress
What Causes the Most Anxiety and Stress in Marriage? I have lived in Orland Park Illinois for most of my life. It has proven to be a wonderful place to raise a family together. Marriage is a beautiful journey filled with love, companionship, and shared dreams....
by Ann Hogan, LCPC | May 25, 2026 | Anxiety, attachment, Boundaries, Depression, Mental Health, stress
Trauma Bonding Therapeutic services in Homewood and Orland Park, IL How Do I Know If I’m Trauma Bonding? Many people stay in painful or unhealthy relationships and wonder, “Why is it so hard to leave?” They may feel emotionally attached to someone who...
by Holly Houston, PhD | Apr 5, 2026 | Anxiety, Mental Health, Mental Well-being, stress
Using Butterfly Tapping to Calm Your Nervous System If you have ever felt overwhelmed, anxious, or flooded with emotion, you probably noticed how fast your body responds. Your heart might beat faster, your thoughts race, and it can feel tough to get back in control....
by Ann Hogan, LCPC | Feb 9, 2026 | Healthy Habits, Homewood IL therapist, Mental Health, Mental Well-being, Orland park il counselor, stress
Self-care is a term many people hear often, but few feel confident defining. For some, it brings to mind bubble baths or taking a day off. While those activities can be enjoyable, self-care in mental health is much broader and more meaningful. It refers to the...
