Living with Guilt vs Living with Gusto
Alice D. Hoag , Ed.D.
A few years ago, I intercepted one of my sons as he was descending the staircase and heading outside. He explained, with a guilty expression on his face, that he was going to go outside to smoke a cigarette....
This Didn’t Take God by Surprise
Alice D. Hoag , Ed.D.
So often, our circumstances seem to sway the level of contentment and joy we experience in our life. Every day, I hear of some circumstance that has turned someone’s world upside down. Cancer (their own, their child’s, their life...
7 Tips for Navigating Peer Relationships as a Teenager
Sarah Mixson , M.S.W.
Let’s talk about something that may be on your mind: peer relationships. Whether you’re in college, high school, or middle school navigating social dynamics and friendships can sometimes be a challenge. I’ve got some helpful tips to assist you...
First Lady Kemp and 988: A Partnership for Suicide Prevention
By: Cathy Murphy, Director of Marketing & Community Engagement First Lady Kemp and 988 are a powerful partnership for suicide prevention. Together, they aim to reduce the stigma and barriers associated with seeking help, and to provide hope and...
The Fewest Words
As a therapist, but also a human being who was not blessed with the most loving of families growing up, I find myself often giving to others more than I give back to myself. Like so many others, I...
Why Building Resilience is so Important
Maddie McGarrah , M.Ed.
Resilience involves maintaining an encouraging mindset, perseverance, and the ability to learn and grow from adversity. Resilient individuals display mental and emotional strength, allowing them to cope with and navigate difficult situations successfully. Students who are resilient are better...
Preparing for Finals
Maddie McGarrah , M.Ed.
As finals are approaching, it is a common time where students might get overly stressed and burnt out. Here are some tips to help prevent burnout and reduce stress. Since this is a higher-pressure time, it’s unreasonable to think...
Avoiding the Holiday Blues
It’s cold outside, and for some people, the bleakness of outside seeps in. This is known clinically as seasonal depression. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) usually starts in the fall, lasts into the winter months, and resolves in spring and...
The Power of Play Time
Many children are involved in increasingly rigorous academic programs. Parents who want their children to have a better life often focus intensely on academics and neglect play. Neglecting to prioritize play can have the opposite effect that parents want...