As a counselor, I work to help people get mentally, emotionally, and spiritually healthier overall. Something I talk a lot about is self-care. Most people think of things like taking a hot bath, getting a massage, etc. But self-care is more about how we live our daily lives, the choices we make and how we […]
Overcoming Fear
I’ll start by saying this post is ironic since I’m fearful someone other than myself reading it. So, if you are reading this, I decided to listen to myself this time! Fear is something that everyone experiences throughout their life. When you hear the word “FEAR”, what comes to mind? Maybe a phobia that you […]
What You Need To Know About Counseling
Many people are reluctant to seek counseling because they aren’t really sure what to expect or how it can help them. In today’s post, we will answer some of the common questions about counseling and hopefully clear up some misconceptions. First of all, what exactly is Counseling? Counseling is a collaborative process between a mental […]
Parenting During The Pandemic
This is a difficult time, a time like most of us have never experienced. We don’t have a good frame of reference for what life should look like. As parents, we worry about the safety of our families and how every decision we make will affect them. We wonder if we should go to the […]
10 Tips for Talking to Your Kids About COVID-19
In our last post, we shared ways to manage your own stress and be emotionally prepared to have discussions about the virus with your children. Today, we are giving you 10 points to keep in mind as you have these conversations. 1. Make sure the content of what you are sharing with your child […]
What You Need to Know Before Talking to your Kids About COVID 19
It can be difficult to know how to talk to your children about this “invisible” enemy, COVID-19. Children, even infants, take their cues from the adults that care for them. So, if you as a parent or grandparent are upset or dysregulated, it’s very likely that your child will also be dysregulated. Like the flight […]
Our Favorite Mental Health Apps
Here at SCS, our therapists work with a variety of clients every day dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, and unhealthy behaviors. We often recommend that our clients implement techniques and practice skills between therapy sessions to aid in their journey of personal growth and healing. Here are some of our favorite apps to recommend for […]