The days are getting slightly shorter. It’s barely noticeable, but the mornings and evenings are a bit less reminiscent of stepping in to a sauna. There are even Halloween and Thanksgiving decorations for sale at the neighborhood stores. All these signs indicate that we are in the last few days of summer before we, in
By Emily Tonn, RMHCI Most of my patients are familiar with the benefits of healthy sleep patterns on physical and mental health. The challenge typically presents itself when we start talking about how to change an unhealthy sleep pattern. Adequate sleep helps with improved focus, decision-making and creativity. Sleep also plays a vital
By: Emily Tonn, RMHCI How do you define love? And what does it “look like” when you feel loved? Working with couples is extremely rewarding. I’ve learned that while every couple is unique and has their own successes and challenges, there are undoubtedly some common themes. Inevitably, during therapy, I ask couples to
By Emily Tonn, RMHCI There are many different kinds of mothers. While mothers have their own personal identity, all mothers share some commonalities. Every family system, and each mother within, is unique, and brings individualized challenges. Mothers often feel as though they are expected to be strong and “keep it all together”. These external
By: Kristin Woodling, LMHC Do you recall how good it feels when you vent to an attentive friend about something that is bothering you, and before they give advice or offer their opinion, they just say “I understand what you’re saying and that stinks!” When someone is able to simply validate what we feel, it
By: Emily Tonn, RMHCI During the holidays, most of us find ourselves immersed in the balancing act of enjoying the holidays to the fullest, meeting the expectations of family and friends, and managing the overall stress and anxiety that can come with hosting and attending multiple events. A common stressor during this season
by Emily Tonn, RMHCI Entering the holiday season brings anticipation of traditions, festivities and creating new memories with family and friends. For people experiencing grief, the holidays can be an especially challenging time of the year. If someone close to you is experiencing loss or grief, you might struggle with the best way to support them. Grief is