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Seasonal Affective Disorder and the Winter Blues
Often called the "winter blues," Seasonal Affective Disorder is a type of depressive disorder influenced by seasonal changes. Do you live in a state that has more cloudy days in winter, with the sun rarely shining? Or does the sun set earlier than you’d like in the...
ASKING FOR HELP AND ACCEPTING IT: THE STRONGEST FORM OF SELF-CARE
The strongest people we know are able to ask for help. They are also able to accept help when it's offered. We hear the words “self-care” and our mind often goes to a manicure, doing yoga, or getting a massage. All these are wonderful options for promoting calm and...
4 Ways to Create Calm
Many consider the holiday season to be a magical time. But it can feel chaotic and stressful to others. Shopping, cooking, traveling, hosting, and never-ending to-do lists are all juggled in December. Not to mention that your everyday life, schedules,...
PTSD and the 3 Stages of Trauma Recovery
The fear that comes from undergoing a traumatic event does not end with the experience . Trauma affects people differently, and the pace and way in which one's trauma recovery progresses can vary. In this article, we will discuss the development of PTSD and what to...
How To Prevent a Meltdown Amid Holiday Chaos
Family gatherings, school events, and various celebrations make the holidays fun and magical! But this can also be a trying time for children. From disruptions in routine, to overly stimulating social activities, to high emotions… the holidays can be a recipe...
4 Steps to Set Healthy Boundaries This Holiday Season
A lot of stress comes up during the holidays. This can be a time of anxiety, burnout, and frustration. It's a great time to set healthy boundaries. Your family may expect you to travel long distances for gatherings. You dread seeing relatives who make underhanded...
Children and Screen Time: How Much Is Too Much?
When it comes to children and screen time, most parents agree that too much screen time isn’t ideal. And now research reinforces our greatest fears. There is such a thing as too much screen time. But when it comes to children and screen time, how much screen...
Anxiety: Mind vs Body and Proactive Solutions to Manage Anxiety
Proactive solutions to manage anxiety can be a big help to those who suffer from anxiety. We as a society love to make sense of our world by putting things into neat little boxes. We do the same when it comes to our health. Placing illnesses such as anxiety or...
Suicide: Warning Signs and How You Can Help
If you feel that you may be suicidal, call or text 988 for 24/7 support. Please know that you are not alone. There are resources available to support you. In this article, we share suicidal ideation or suicide warning signs and how you can help if...
Back To School: 5 Tips to Support Your Child’s Mental Health This School Year
Good mental health is vital for a healthy childhood. But between the Covid-19 pandemic, political upheaval on the world stage, violence and war, bullying, and other modern problems, more children are experiencing mental health challenges. As your child starts a...
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Teri Karjala is a Licensed Professional Counselor & Marriage and Family Therapist. She is the founder and Executive Director of Creative Counseling Center, LLC. Working in the field since 1999, Teri and her team of therapists specializes in counseling for those who have experienced trauma. They work with children as young as age 2, as well as teens and adolescents, adults, seniors, families, and couples.
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