Dec 21, 2020
By: Carol Briggs, Clinical Intern Losing someone close can feel unbearable. During the holiday season, the loss seems magnified and the pain greater because we’re so used to being with loved ones during this time. The holidays turn into a heartbreaking reminder of our...
Nov 12, 2020
Therapist Spot Light – Ema Gavrilovic I just started with Owens & Associates a couple months ago, and I am so excited to see new clients! After graduating from DePaul University’s graduate program with a clinical mental health counseling degree, I...
Nov 12, 2020
By: Ema Gavrilovic As November celebrated Veteran’s Day on the 11th, let’s take a moment to consider the immense sacrifices this special part of the U.S. population has given us over the years, and even centuries, since this country’s existence. Members of the...
Nov 2, 2020
By: Carol Briggs, Clinical Intern Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that impacts adults and children. It is more than just being easily distracted. In fact, those with ADHD can concentrate quite easily on things they find...
Oct 29, 2020
By: Michael Peila, LPC Several years ago, Michael began working with individuals suffering from issues regarding mental health and addiction (co-occurring disorders). Although co-occurring disorders has been a main area of focus, Michael has worked with individuals...
Dec 22, 2019
Managing home, work, and social lives can be hard enough without adding in the hustle and bustle of the holidays. Tension levels are often at their highest during the holidays which can increase the physical and emotional symptoms of stress, depression, and anxiety....
