Everyday we’re communicating. However, the mere act of speaking to someone doesn’t qualify as positive, healthy communication. We’re social beings, and the simple fact is that so much lies in the importance of communication in relationships of any kind. The…
Eliminating Aggression in Children Although it might sound surprising, therapy for children is not quite different than the therapy that adults seek. The methods and techniques vary, but the fundamental reasons why people come to therapy are quite similar. Parents…
When working with an adult in a therapy session, the technique used may be solely a back-and-forth conversation. In these cases, the ability to communicate (even if not entirely effectively) is usually not an obstacle. However, with children, who may…
The Importance of Mental Health Awareness So why does mental health awareness matter? The answer is quite simple: Because so many people are affected. Did you know that 43.8 million Americans experience a mental health illness in a single year? Notice that…
Understanding Empty Nest Syndrome With May comes graduation, and parents of children who are heading off to bigger and better things may start to feel a tightening around their heart when they think of their babies leaving the house. The phenomena…
Most people have a bit of clutter in their lives, and it usually takes the form of the designated chair, piled high with abandoned clothes. Or maybe it’s the inbox with hundreds and hundreds of unread emails? The closet filled…
Alcoholism and Depression “Which came first: the chicken or the egg?” What about a more serious, yet common question that many people face, and it's regarding the possible co-dependency between alcoholism and depression. "Which came first: alcoholism or depression?" Alcoholism Alcoholism—also…
When the summer ends and the days grow shorter, it’s common for some people to find themselves in a bit of a slump. Maybe they lack the energy to be as productive during the day or they are constantly feeling…
When one thinks of life coaching, the benefit for teenagers is probably not high on the list of things that pop into your mind. Surprisingly (or maybe not surprisingly) enough, this age group of people can benefit the most from…
Congratulations on taking the first step in acknowledging that you’d benefit from help in some area of your life. Now comes the part of picking a good Savannah counseling service that you’ll feel comfortable opening up with. When you’re looking…