By Liza Ibrahim, LPC Back to school? Back to work? Back to a “normal” routine? The transition from virtual to in-person routines can create some feelings of anxiety and worry, especially for children and adolescents returning to school. More than a year into the pandemic, people have become accustomed to the lives they’ve built and…
By Connor Wills M.Ed, LAC As we approach the surreal one year milestone since the Covid-19 pandemic began, many emotions undoubtedly rise about how the last twelve months have felt both personally and for those we care about. From grief and loss to stress and anxiety, change and growth, the past year has been transformative…
by Beth Granet, PsyD Relationships can come in many forms whether they be familial, romantic, friendly, or collegial. As people, we are set apart from other animals by our ability to form meaningful relationships, rely on others, and contribute to a community. We choose the level of investment we want to make in people such…
By Gina McSheffreys Emmons, PhD The impact of the current pandemic, societal upsets, and political strife has been difficult on all of us, and as adults it can be challenging to process everything. When we think about the impact on our youth during this time, it can be disheartening. Girls in general, both young girls…
by Beth Granet, PsyD Over the last few months amidst a pandemic, social unrest, political discord, and what has felt like general chaos, we have all had more frequent moments of worry and tension. When we are unsure whether something will happen, we are left with all questions and very few concrete answers. When will…
by Beth Granet, PsyD Almost all of us have had the experience of feeling worried, nervous, shaky, or tense before public speaking, attending an important event, or taking an exam. In light of Covid-19 and recent events, these feelings may have become more familiar to you. You or someone you know may have even said…
by Beth Granet, PsyD The Coronavirus Disease 2019, also called COVID-19, is part of a larger family of viruses that was originally linked to a live animal market in Wuhan City, China. Many of you are attuned to the media and news reporting and likely aware that the virus has been spreading to various communities…
By Gina McSheffrey Emmons, PhD At the start of Fall, we are surrounded by many changes with the days becoming shorter, the air feeling a bit cooler, and the leaves changing into beautiful colors. This time of year is a reminder of transition and change, which can cause us to reflect on some of the…
By Gina McSheffrey Emmons, PhD Summer is here! With school closed over the next 2 months, many parents are left wondering what they can do to entertain their kids all summer long! Summer vacation is a wonderful time to explore new things and spend quality time with loved ones. If you need ideas for some…
By Deb A. Garbeil The month of November can have us surrounded by the word ‘gratitude’ and all of its synonyms. One of the definitions of gratitude is “noun: the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.” So, it makes sense that the Thanksgiving holiday puts this word into…
