Mental Health vs Mental Illness
The terms mental health and mental illness are used as if they are the same thing; however, these refer to separate concepts and have different definitions. What is the difference? Mental health refers to overall health and well-being. This can include the following: The degree of happiness of an individual If an individual feels fulfilled in […]
Benefits of Play Therapy
Play is important to a child’s development. Through play, children learn about their environment, test their skills and limitations, and learn how to engage with the world. Play therapy is the go-to treatment for children 5 years old and younger; however, it can be provided to children of all ages. Why play therapy? Play is how young children communicate because they […]
Grounding Techniques
Grounding is a strategy that helps when an individual is experiencing emotional distress. Grounding helps the individual separate from emotional distress in order to take back control and focus on the present moment in a healthy, safe way. What does it help?Grounding can help individuals who experience anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder, to name […]
How Does Therapy Help Teens?
How Does Therapy Help Teens? During these formative years, teenagers are developing their identity, exploring their place in the world, and where they stand in situations and with other people. Each of these on their own, and altogether, can be stressful, overwhelming, and confusing. Therapy can help teenagers make sense of their inner and outer worlds, and how all of it fits together. What […]