Suicide statistics in the U.S. • Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the U.S. for all ages. (CDC) • Everyday, approximately 123 Americans die by suicide. (CDC) • There is one death by suicide in the U.S. every 12 minutes. (CDC) • Depression affects 20-25% of Americans ages 18+ in a given … Continue reading Lifelines and Suicide Prevention Information
Tag: Professional Counselor
Live Now and Lift Your Spirits with “High Hopes”
High Hopes by Patrick Lindsay is a book that contains simple suggestions, supported by quotes of wisdom. It encourages us to slow down and make small changes. To live moment by moment. We have the power to change our lives. I like this little book for myself and the people I work with. Simple suggestions … Continue reading Live Now and Lift Your Spirits with “High Hopes”
Depression – When and Where to Reach Out for Support
If you need support with depression, reach out to a counselor, don't hesitate Asking for help can be really, really hard. People who live with depression (major depressive disorder) may feel alone, making it harder to reach out. PsychCentral has an article on 10 Ways to Ask for Help When Depressed. Depression may happen once … Continue reading Depression – When and Where to Reach Out for Support
How to Take Care of Your Emotional Health During a Disaster
Information from the CDC on taking care of your emotional health during a disaster A few steps that you can follow: Take care of your body. Connect with others. Take breaks. Stay informed. Avoid too much exposure to the news. Seek help when needed. Common signs of distress to look for: Feelings of numbness, disbelief, … Continue reading How to Take Care of Your Emotional Health During a Disaster
Plant-Based Doctors Directory (Did you know that I’m a plant-based counselor?)
Are you looking for a plant-based doctor or professional guidance on going plant-based? Visit Plant-Based Doctors to find the right healthcare professional for you! I am a plant-based counselor Did you know that I'm a plant-based counselor? I've been vegan for years, and I greatly care about being proactive towards my health and the environment. … Continue reading Plant-Based Doctors Directory (Did you know that I’m a plant-based counselor?)
How to Find Affordable Counseling: Focus on Private Practice Therapists
Finding quality, affordable mental health care is possible, especially through independent outpatient private practice counselors. Many people successfully locate therapists who either accept their insurance or offer rates they can manage out-of-pocket. The key is persistence and knowing the right questions to ask instead of ending the conversation when the first hurdle appears. Don’t Stop … Continue reading How to Find Affordable Counseling: Focus on Private Practice Therapists
Spinning Your Wheels? Ask for Help When You’re Stuck
We don't always like to ask for help, a lot of times we'll wait until we're feeling completely overwhelmed by emotions and stress. While there are multiple reasons that we might behave this way, such as fear of failure or rejection, for example... however, this article isn't about the whys. Let's get right to the … Continue reading Spinning Your Wheels? Ask for Help When You’re Stuck
Want to work on managing anxiety and building healthy habits?
Is anxiety keeping you from reaching your goals? Would you like to work on building up healthy habits that reflect your goals? When I work with people, we talk about what they care to address and where they'd like to see themselves. After that, we come up with a plan. A literal plan that I … Continue reading Want to work on managing anxiety and building healthy habits?
My Favorite Books and Resources as a Professional Counselor
This is a list of books and workbooks for mental health professionals. I put them into categories: meaning; relationships; Christian; habits; mindful eating; anxiety; trauma; happiness. I've used most of these when working with clients, they are informative and really help facilitate the process. Some of the worksheets in the books, I've had my clients … Continue reading My Favorite Books and Resources as a Professional Counselor
Therapist Workshop: The emotional aspect of obesity with Roni Maislish, M.A.
Roni Maislish, M.A. (Psychotherapist and social worker) I met Roni Maislish through LinkedIn (he is in Israel), as we both work in mental health and specifically with eating and emotions. We both recognize the emotional aspects of obesity and that it can be an emotional-mental-issue. Roni says, "Most of the time, when people talk about … Continue reading Therapist Workshop: The emotional aspect of obesity with Roni Maislish, M.A.