Seasonal transitions, like the shift from summer to fall, can trigger anxiety by disrupting routines and nervous system balance. Learn why change impacts mental health and how therapy in Allen, Texas—or through telehealth across the state—can help you feel grounded and supported.
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Managing Stress by Building A Resilience Mentality
2020 has been an uncertain and stressful year. COVID-19, and its many consequential effects, have led to some very difficult moments. The loss of loved ones, livelihoods and freedoms that we take for granted have been difficult to bear. It has been painful to watch social events unfold and witness suffering on a seemingly endless news […]
How Eating Too Much is a Direct Connect to Stress and Depression
Wondering why depression and overeating are connected? Who hasn’t felt like a glutton after Thanksgiving dinner? You’ve just stuffed your stomach with turkey, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie galore. And the weeks following Thanksgiving aren’t much better. Over the summer holidays and leading into the winter holiday season with colder weather, you’re faced with an […]
How to Help Seniors Dealing with Depression and Feelings of Isolation
It is a mistake to assume that depression is an inevitable side effect of our later years. It’s true that this phase of life comes with unique stressors and pressures, but with the right professional help and strategies, one can lead a fulfilling and empowered life. Dealing with your aging parent’s depression and feelings of […]
Mental Illness in Young Adults Ages 18 to 29
Did you know that young adults are still experiencing cognitive development from the ages of 18 to 29? You may think that once you’re out of high school, you’re finished growing up. Physically, you’re probably as tall as you will ever get, and from this point forward, you may remain the same overall size throughout […]
8 Keys to Accepting Things that Are Out of Your Control
Have you ever wanted something so badly but you felt like you couldn’t do anything about it? How would you describe your state during those times? Chances are that you experienced one or more of these emotions: frustration, neediness, helplessness, powerlessness, irritation, desperation, anxiousness, nervousness, anxiety, and possibly depression. Before you beat yourself up for […]
6 Types of Depression Affecting Your Day-To-Day Life
Everyone goes through periods of deep sadness and grief. These feelings usually fade away within a few days or weeks, depending on the circumstances. But profound sadness that lasts more than two weeks and affects your ability to function may be a sign of depression. Some of the common symptoms of depression are: Deep feelings […]
How to Cope with Adjustment Disorders Caused by Major Life Changing Events
Adjusting to change can be difficult, as even positive life transitions tend to cause some stress. Over the course of a lifetime, a person can expect to experience a significant amount of change. Some of these changes, such as marriages, births, and new jobs, are generally positive, although they may be accompanied by their own unique stressors. Other […]
