Seek Emotional Safety

Humans, are not different than other animals, in there innate self-preservation behaviors, both physically and mentally.  When we hear a loud bang, we become startled.  When we are cold, we seek warmth.  When we are sick or injured, we seek safety (via a doctor,...

Are You Prepared?

While anxiety is caused by many different factors, one common cause of anxiety is the lack of being prepared.   Think about going away on a vacation and trying to prepare.  You make a physical or mental check list of all you need to bring along or arrange in your...

Puppy Cuddles and Kisses

Several months ago I experienced the loss of my constant companion and source of unconditional love –  my Havanese dog Cloe.  While I have a wonderful husband and three grown children, all whom I love and am loved in return, the loss was deep.  She was the only...

The Power of Silence

The Power of Silence A silent person can be seen as “speaking” volumes and can also be seen as in a state of reflection.  Conversational silence as well as reflective silence are both powerful ways to to communicate to others and to ourselves.  Let me...

Call me Selfish!

As a mental health counselor, I encounter stress, disappointment, depression, sadness and so many other challenging emotions with my clients each week.  And, by nature, I am an emotional person!  I often get asked how I am able to get through sessions and cases...