Finding Dory is the newest box office hit in the theater this summer and it is sooo good! If you haven’t seen it yet, don’t worry, I’m not going to spoil the end. Here is a quick video of the trailer: Today I do want to talk about a theme in the movie that is important […]
What Are Depression Symptoms?
Depression: More common that you think Depression can happen to any person. It doesn’t care what you look like, what you do for a living, or how “immune” you think you are. About 6 out of 100 adults will experience an episode of depression this year. That may not seem like a lot, but imagine you […]
The Over Use of Technology is a Buzz Kill
I often think that the better way is the long way, the harder way. So, I tend to cook most of my meals rather than eat out, I’d rather paint it myself than hire someone, and I’d rather knit (yes, I used to do this back in the day) than buy a blanket. To me, […]
Struggling with Uncertainty? Your Not Alone
I don’t know about people in other parts of the world, but I think in the US we really struggle with uncertainty. So much is out of our control, we can’t predict or plan. What do we do with all that pent up anxiety from not being able to control our circumstances? Why are we […]
11 Cool Apps for Physical and Mental Health
I love some of these apps! Some of them come from the Department of Defense and I used them regularly with veterans to help them keep up with skills in between our sessions. Some I use for myself, and others friends have told me about. Check them out and let me know you top 3 […]
6 Tips to Make the Most out of Your Online Counseling Sessions
6 TIPS TO MAKE THE MOST OUT OF ONLINE COUNSELING SESSIONS Online counseling, or telehealth, is relatively new in the medical and mental health field so we don’t yet have a TON of research to know if video or face-to-face counseling is better, or for what things it might be better for. Here is what we do know: […]
4 Questions to Ask Before Signing Up For Online Counseling
Asking for help from a professional can be really scary and hard. You might worry about running into your psychologist at the store or at dinner. You might wonder if word will get out that you are seeing a professional, or if your secrets be shared. You may wonder if you can just “see someone […]
Companies Change the Culture of Sleep in the Workplace
I love this article from the Chicago Tribune about changing the culture of sleep in the workplace, http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/careers/ct-huppke-work-advice-0313-biz-20160311-column.html. For far too long we have prided ourselves on being so busy and having so much to do (aka “important”) that we just don’t have time to get adequate sleep. Yes, we all can function decently on […]
Being too busy to sleep is no longer a badge of honor at some companies!
I love this article from the Chicago Tribune about changing the culture of sleep in the workplace, http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/careers/ct-huppke-work-advice-0313-biz-20160311-column.html. For far too long we have prided ourselves on being so busy and having so much to do (aka “important”) that we just don’t have time to get adequate sleep. Yes, we all can function decently on […]
Apps to Help You Sleep?
Apps to Help You Sleep? Each month I try to give you some apps that apply to the “problem of the month.” I searched a couple of sites and found claims for the “BEST” apps to help you sleep. Most these apps, I’ve noticed, are centered on relaxing sounds or tracking options that will give […]
Get your heart rate up to improve your sleep!
If you recall from my previous post (http://legacycounselingservice.com/7-secrets-to-improve-your-sleep/), exercise is one of many things you might need to add in to your daily regimen to improve your sleep. Check out the summary from this study that talks about the benefits of exercise to lessen insomnia: http://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-fitness-obesity-insomnia-idUSKCN0X32KG. If you are struggling with insomnia check out http://legacycounselingservice.com/insomnia-treatment/ […]
Could Your Smart Phone Be Keeping You Up at Night?
COULD YOUR SMART PHONE BE KEEPING YOU UP AT NIGHT? It’s no secret that many of us wind down at night by laying in bed and scrolling social media sites or reading on a tablet, Nook, or Kindle. Although you may think this is a good way for you to relax and get sleepy, the […]
7 Secrets To Improve Your Sleep
7 SECRETS TO IMPROVE YOUR SLEEP If you struggle with sleeping, then you may not have great sleep habits. These 7 tips from sleep specialist may help you get some much needed Zzzzzs. Now, before you decide only one or two of these tips apply to you, I suggest that you implement all 7 strategies […]
Meeting patients where they are.
“Only that in you which is me can hear what I’m saying.” ― Ram Dass I can’t help a person if I don’t meet them where they are. I need to be quiet and listen for where my patient is, psychologically, emotionally, behaviorally and physically. If I skip this step, and tell them what I […]
Are You Accidentally Causing Your Insomnia?
Are You Accidentally Causing Your Insomnia? Insomnia, which is defined as problems falling asleep, staying sleep, or waking up too early and not being able to fall back asleep and these problems occur for 3 or more nights and for 3 or more months, can be caused by any number of stressors: a health problem, […]
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