Are you battling anxiety over coronavirus (COVID-19) and how it will affect you and your family? Would you like to talk to a professional counselor and learn coping strategies for your specific situation? Our team of counselors have volunteered to do free one-time 30 minute phone consultations for anyone living in…
I have experienced the most amazing thing: a complete misunderstanding. Actually, many, many misunderstandings. It’s amazing how misunderstandings happen and how often they happen. Let me give you an example: I wanted something from my husband and let him know (I’ll spare you the details…just assume I’m right). My husband responded with what I would describe as…
Trees are fascinating. In normal conditions, trees develop something called “reaction wood” or “stress wood” which develops as a result of being pulled or blown in one direction or another. The stress wood strengthens the tree and it keeps the tree from continuing to grow in directions that would ultimately hurt it. In…
Having a history of trauma leads to some predictable difficulties in life. This handout is to help you understand some of what’s needed to be able to move forward. Stabilizing Because of the nature of post-traumatic stress, you may find yourself feeling out of control, acting compulsively, and being overrun with…