Anxiety is a common struggle that affects people of all ages and walks of life. Whether it’s a persistent sense of worry, sudden feelings of panic, or a general unease that lingers, anxiety can feel … Read More
Finding Hope in Difficult Times
Life is full of seasons—some bright and joyful, others shadowed by hardship and uncertainty. For many of us, difficult times can feel like walking through a valley with no clear end in sight. Whether you’re … Read More
“Take Every Thought Captive”: Using CBT Techniques to Steward Your Anxious Thoughts
by Christa Green, Clinical Social Work Associate “Take Every Thought Captive”: Using CBT Techniques to Steward Your Anxious Thoughts I recently had the honor of returning to both of my alma maters, Hillsdale College and … Read More
Distress and Belonging (Stress and Distress): Part 4 of 4
by Shane Fookes, MA LPC Intern This is the 4th and final post in this series on Stress and Distress. The first post introduced the idea that stress occurs when you experience disruption in your … Read More
Distress and Worship (Stress and Distress): Part 3 of 4
by Shane Fookes, MA LPC Intern This is the 3rd post in a 4-part series on Stress and Distress. The first post introduced the idea that stress occurs when you experience disruption in your relationship … Read More
The Internal Dynamics of Stress (Stress and Distress): Part 2 of 4
by Shane Fookes, MA LPC Intern This is the 2nd post in a 4-part series on Stress and Distress. The first post about distress introduced the idea that stress occurs when you experience disruption in … Read More
Why Am I So Stressed? (Stress & Distress): Part 1 of 4
by Shane Fookes, MA LPC Intern “I’m stressed out!” A friend recently said this shortly after we sat down over a cup of coffee. His exclamation is a major theme in our culture right now. … Read More
How do you know if you need counseling?
Many people like the idea of counseling and support the increase in mental health awareness that’s happening in our society. They know people need help to better understand themselves. People need guidance and tools. People … Read More
Anxiety and Sleep: “I’m so anxious, why can’t I sleep?”
by Megan Coggins, LPC Have you ever woken up with a racing heart or racing thoughts at some dark hour in the night? Your bed no longer provides the comfort it once did to lull you back to … Read More