April is Counseling Awareness Month
Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, Mississippi and Tennessee have recognized the importance of counselors in the mental health of the nation and proclaimed the month of April as Counseling Awareness Month!Who should seek counseling services?Anyone! You don't...
When Grief is Ignored, Judged, or Questioned
Loss is part of life. Society has a way of trying to dictate what losses are supported and worthy of grief. Society even tries to define what “normal” grief looks like. When we’ve experienced a loss that we feel we can’t or shouldn’t mourn due to community...
Concussions for Kids
Why I’m Interested:Having suffered from a traumatic brain injury during (TBI) my adolescence in a soccer game, I have experienced first-hand some of the detrimental effects that head injuries can cause. Not having the knowledge or experience to know I...
Autism: What’s the Cause?
There are many myths that surround Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and often we see information about how it was caused. What some may not realize is that there is no single known cause that can be supported by research, yet. What has been shown in...
Representation Matters
Angel is a creative and passionate Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Trinity International University. Most of her work has been for non-profits specializing in trauma and violence related...
Be Kind to Yourself: Understanding Self-Compassion
By: Kaleigh Nobbe, Clinical Intern “I should have…” “I could have…” ”Why didn’t I…” We question our choices and often critique our actions in a harsher manner than other’s same decisions. It isn’t always easy to treat ourselves in a kind...
Relationships: Subtle Signs of an Issue
By: Kaleigh Nobbe, Clinical Intern The relationship may be full of loving words and affection, but what is the motivation behind these overwhelming moments of love? Is the partner love-bombing or gaslighting? Abuse can take more forms than physical violence. Sometimes...
Therapist Spot Light: Kaleigh Nobbe
By: Kaleigh Nobbe, Clinical InternAfter many years not believing I needed to earn any degree, I am pleased to have found a passion for furthering my education to benefit those facing daily challenges they may not yet understand. For over a decade, I struggled with...
ACES: The Hand You’re Dealt
By: Carol Briggs, Clinical InternWhen someone mentions ACE’s, you might think of poker. In the world of wellness, ACE’s stands for adverse childhood experiences. Studies found that ACE’s influence physical and mental health in adulthood. And the more ACE’s...
Coping Skills Types: Physical Skills
Ema graduated with a master’s degree from DePaul University in counseling with a specialty in clinical mental health. Ema welcomes clients of any age, and specializes in children and teens, “at-risk” youth, people with trauma, school-based counseling,...