Jan 26, 2022 | Advice, Corporate Wellness, Counseling, Strategies, Support, Therapy
Key Takeaways: Caring for oneself is usually best learned in the context of a relationship Scheduling an appointment is the starting point to better self-care skills Being able to see a therapist or medication prescriber sooner rather than later helps a new patient...
Jan 25, 2022 | Advice, Corporate Wellness, Counseling, Strategies, Support, Therapy
Key Takeaways: Mental health is now treated as normal in our society There is a shortage of good quality providers in most areas Start My Wellness has immediate openings with therapists and for psychiatric evaluations. I think one of the silver linings of...
Jan 7, 2022 | Advice, Corporate Wellness, Counseling, Strategies, Support, Therapy
*The examples provided below are composite cases, synthesizing disguised information and not any patient in particular.* Key takeaways: Take time to appreciate what you have achieved, maintained, and persevered through in the last year. Ask yourself, “do I have the...
Dec 31, 2021 | Advice, Corporate Wellness, Counseling, Strategies, Support, Therapy
Every December many people find it beneficial to spend some personal time on a year-end reflection. So, let us begin by taking some time to ponder on what this year has meant for us. Whether you faced success beyond imagination, or were met by challenging obstacles,...
Dec 10, 2021 | Advice, Corporate Wellness, Counseling, Relationships, Strategies, Support, Therapy
Key Takeaways: You can be both assertive and respectful while communicating your feelings, thoughts, and ideas. Being proactive does not mean you are aggressive. You can learn to be assertive in therapy in order to improve your interpersonal relationships. I often...
Nov 24, 2021 | Advice, Corporate Wellness, Counseling, Social Media, Strategies, Support, Therapy
Top Takeaways: Therapy should be focused on helping you learn about yourself – not just to provide reassurance or support, but a “deep dive” into what your personal experience is actually like Finding a therapist who lives in the same area as you or who shares a...
