Posts Tagged ‘mental health’
Sport Psychology on Negative Thinking and Performance Pressure
• “I have missed my last three shots, I suck.” • “Coach might cut my playing time now.” • “I’m letting my teammates down.” • “I have to make the next shot, otherwise we could lose this game and not make playoffs” • “This ref hates me!” • “He calls everything on me and completely…
Read MoreManaging Stress During a Child’s Hospital Stay
No matter what the age of your child, it can be challenging to manage the stress and uncertainty of their health during a hospital stay. Children can sense your emotions so it can be helpful to be mindful of your emotions and manage your stress to best take care of yourself and in turn your…
Read MoreHow to Support a Loved One with Depression
According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), an estimated 21 million adults in the United States (about 8.3% of all U.S. adults) had at least one major depressive episode in 2021. For adolescents, about 5 million (20% of U.S. adolescents aged 12 to 17) had at least one major depressive episode in 2021.…
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Exploring New Year’s Resolutions Through a Mental Health Lens
As the 2026 calendar year approaches, many of us feel the familiar pressure to reinvent ourselves and put into place resolutions for the year. The idea of “New Year, New Me” pops up everywhere. However, when it comes to mental health, resolutions aren’t about becoming a new person, but instead, they’re about caring for the…
Read MoreHome for the Holidays: Prioritizing Emotional Wellbeing During Holiday Stress
The holiday season often brings a mix of joy, connection, and celebration. Yet for many, it can also introduce stress, fatigue, and emotional strain. Balancing family expectations, social gatherings, and personal responsibilities can leave little room for rest and reflection. At Behavioral Wellness Group, we recognize the importance of maintaining emotional wellbeing during this busy…
Read MoreBuilding Toward Self-Trust: A Path of Therapeutic Growth
Many of us begin therapy with the hope of feeling more confident. It’s a very natural desire — to feel steady, capable, and less ruled by self-doubt. And…confidence doesn’t usually come first. Often, what we call confidence is a mask we’ve learned to wear when we don’t feel safe inside. True therapeutic growth builds differently.…
Read MoreManaging Political Situations
A study published by the AP- NORC Center for Public Affairs Research at the University of Chicago reported that 65 percent of adults need to limit their media consumption on the government and politics due to overload or fatigue. AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. “Most adults feel the need to limit political news consumption…
Read MoreParents, Teens and Mental Health
As a mental health professional, I have worked with families, teens and young adults for over a decade. One thing that I repeatedly see is the power struggle parents have with their children. More specifically, about their mental health treatment. It’s common to have a parent call me to either get their child into the…
Read MoreSetting Boundaries for Mental Wellness: Why Saying “No” Matters
In today’s world of constant demands, blurred work-life lines, and social obligations, setting healthy boundaries has become essential for protecting mental health. Whether it’s in our relationships, work environments, or even with ourselves, boundaries are the invisible lines that define what is acceptable, tolerable, and sustainable. Without them, emotional exhaustion, resentment, and anxiety can quickly…
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