Ross Mills, MS, APC, NCC, delves into the advantages of having a male therapist in his most recent blog article with The AHA! Connection: The Mental Health Connection. He discusses that when it comes to men seeking therapy, the journey is deeply personal and varies for each individual. One critical factor for many men is
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Procrastination & Emotional Regulation
In the ongoing collaboration with Atlanta Specialized Care and the AHA! Mental Health Connection, Neitcha Thomsen, MSW, LCSW, discusses procrastination. Most would tend to think that procrastination means laziness. However, procrastination does not always equate to “laziness” and might, in fact, have an explanation. Individuals who struggle with emotional regulation tend to procrastinate the most.
Read MoreParenting a Child with Anxiety
Parenting is a beautiful and joyous endeavor; however, it is not without its struggles. Every child is different, and their needs differ. In her article, experienced professional counselor Theresa Westfall touches on the subject of parenting a child with anxiety and how it can feel overwhelming. Theresa gives insightful tips to help guide parents through
Read MoreUnderstanding Test-Taking Anxiety
It’s the moment you’ve been preparing for. You’ve studied for hours; you know the information inside and out. The time has come. The exam is handed to you. Immediately, your mind goes blank, your palms get sweaty, and you start to panic due to the anxiety that starts to creep in. Thoughts of being a
Read MoreAnxiety in Children – Advice for Helping Worried Kids Find Calm
In our ongoing collaboration with the Aha Connection, licensed counselor Jessica Fosse with Atlanta Specialized Care shares some advice for helping worried kids find calm. Anxiety in children can be overwhelming for both caregivers and the child when it hits, but Fosse offers helpful and practical solutions for when anxiety strikes. Tips to manage Anxiety:
Read MoreNavigating Mental Health Care in Financial Hardship: A Guide
Maintaining mental health is critical, yet financial constraints often deter individuals from seeking necessary care. In her most recent article for The Aha! Tatiana Matthews, MS, LPC, CRC of Atlanta Specialized Care, addresses this pressing issue. She highlights the distinction between the urgency of physical and mental health crises, emphasizing that financial limitations should not
Read MoreWeathering Emotional Storms: Medication and Therapy
Our Advanced Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Katie Butler, loves the phrase, “Storms don’t last forever.” Though life brings challenges, the clouds will pass. In the most recent article in our ongoing collaboration with the Aha! Connection, Katie shares her experience helping clients weather emotional storms through treatment with psychotropic medications and therapy. Through her work as
Read MoreConfronting Unresolved Issues from Your Past: Midlife is a Natural Time of Reflection
As we enter our 40s and 50s, we naturally look back and reflect on the many choices we have made for our lives so far, see where we’ve been, and look ahead to where we want to go. During this “life review,” unresolved issues or regrets from our past tend to surface, and we find
Read MoreParents and Responsibilities: Managing Increased Responsibilities as Parents
Caring for kids can bring up complicated feelings to navigate Being a parent is not an easy feat; the responsibility is immense. Parents aim for their children to become caring, responsible, and well-adjusted adults. The parent has to be a protector, caregiver, teacher, role model, support system, and provider. It is a never-ending job with
Read MoreThe Path to Adulthood is filled with Challenges & Opportunities
The transition from High School to College, or College and Adulthood, can be exciting yet anxiety-provoking for young adults. In our ongoing collaboration with the Aha! Connection, the most recent article posted discusses this topic. ASC’s Licensed Therapist, Neitcha Thomsen, writes an insightful blog on the skills and resources needed for young adults to thrive
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