I’m sure everyone at one point or another has had an irrational thought. These are called cognitive distortions. These thoughts may not always be false, but typically they are coming from a place that is not grounded in reality. It’s natural for us to make assumptions and try to organize the world around us so […]
Monthly Archives: October 2021
Benefits to Mindfulness
Mindfulness is the practice of being aware and present in the moment without judgement. I like to think of it as choosing to focus. It is often used in therapy for the many benefits it gives. Something I always mention to clients who are first learning about mindfulness, is even with 5 minutes each day […]
Teens and Anxiety
There is no doubt COVID-19 has had an impact on everyone. Whether it be the loss of a loved one, a change in career or lifestyle or spending more time at home, for many anxiety is at an all time high. Adolescents is an age group where we have seen a significant increase in mental […]