There is no denying that coffee has been there for us in various moments of dire need in our lives. Whether it is of cultural importance, a part of daily rituals, waking up early for a class, a late night at the office, or even just getting through the day the matter of fact is that coffee helps. The caffeine in coffee not only assists with alertness and physical energy, but it can also increase the rate of your breathing and heart rate.

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Navigating the Waves of Anxiety

In the fast-paced and demanding world we live in, at some point, you have probably experienced anxiety. Perhaps you felt your heart race, sweaty palms, or even an upset stomach.

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Tips for Battling the Sunday Scaries!

If you work a regular Monday-Friday job, odds are you have probably been acquainted with the “Sunday Scaries” at some point. The scaries are the specific and sometimes rather intense anxieties that set in on the last day of the weekend in preparation for the start of the work week.

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In Need of Therapy? Let a Student Counselor Help!

In need of therapy? Let a student counselor help! When searching for a counselor, it can be difficult to find someone that you believe is a good fit for you. While reading through so many biographies and seeing so many different qualifications, it can be difficult to keep up with all that is being shared with you.

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Take a Hike

As I’m writing this, I am currently letting my body recover from a long hike with a group of strangers. On this hike, I couldn’t help but think of how great hiking makes my mental space feel. Of course, we all know that exercise is beneficial to us, but I think hiking takes it to another level. Let’s start with the fact that it’s outside. We know from research that getting sunlight (vitamin D) can help boost serotonin, which is that oh so coveted feel-good hormone.

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One Therapist’s Favorite Ways to Beat Anxiety

Truth be told, I am not one to listen to music on my drive home from the office. I avoid making phone calls unless I’m notifying my husband of a place to meet or quickly checking in on any errands needed before heading home. Even so, I often try to get these calls completed before I shift into drive. I purposefully do this so that I can use my drive home to reflect on the stressful parts of my day and self-regulate.

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Mindfulness Check-In

Maybe you think that mindfulness is a “woo-woo” activity and not for you? What if I told you that there is scientific evidence that shows that the practice of mindfulness can decrease anxiety, stress, and symptoms of depression? A mindfulness practice can lead to new neural pathway development that can help us to feel more connected with ourselves and with our bodies. There is a positive correlation between mindfulness practice and the growth of compassion

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At Home Exercises for Stress and Anxiety

Anxiety affects more than forty million Americans. The number continues to rise as we are still having to navigate pandemic related challenges and other various threats each day. When comparing 2019 to 2021, the Kaiser Family Foundation found that the number of people reporting symptoms of anxiety and depression skyrocketed by 270 percent!

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What is the Difference Between Stress and Anxiety?

Chest pain, irritability, adrenaline, insomnia, and worry. These pretty much capture my symptoms of both stress and anxiety. We often use these interchangeably because they feel so similar in our bodies, but there are actually lots of differences and while some things can help with both, there are some coping tools that are specific to each of these.

A Counselor’s Experience of the “Twisties”: Why Mental Health Can Be Life or Death in Gymnastics

I’m a counselor so I am always a strong advocate of mental health awareness. When Simone Biles pulled out of the competition because of mental health reasons, I knew there would be strong reactions on all sides. My time as a competitive gymnast and as a mental health counselor pushed me to want to write about this experience so others can understand.

Demystifying EMDR

This confusion is a fairly common start to a conversation about EMDR. The acronym is a bit lengthy and the full name is a mouthful! EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. Whew! Try saying that five times fast!

Anxiety Relief Strategies

When clients present with symptoms of anxiety, my immediate reaction is to let them know that they are not alone. I normalize the heck out of any shame or confusion and commend them for listening to their bodies and getting the little bit of help they need.

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