Posts by Clarity Counseling Center
Managing a Quarter-life Crisis
by Shaina Frank Are you in your mid-ish 20s? Have you found yourself in a recent space of crisis, wondering who you are or what you might do with your life? If so, you are right where you’re supposed to be, at least as far as psychosocial development goes. According to research, the current generation…
Read MoreHelping Children Manage Emotions during Unsettled Times
by Kelly Moran Parenting through the pandemic has presented challenges we never had before. Coronavirus has led to school closures, working from home, and isolating from others. Navigating the logistics of all this is hard enough for anyone. As a parent, trying to maintain control is even more difficult, especially if your children have trouble…
Read MoreSelf-Care During Motherhood
By Michelle Spillane One of the questions I get asked a lot is, “How am I supposed to take time for myself as a mother?” At our counseling center, we believe self-care is pivotal for maternal mental health. As mothers, we often give all of ourselves to our children to make sure their needs and…
Read MoreI Think I Have PCOS… Now What?
By Lia Zalvin Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, otherwise known as PCOS, is, essentially, a hormonal imbalance that affects 5-10% of women in the United States who are of childbearing age. Our team at Clarity Counseling Center is here to help you understand more about this syndrome. Learn more and reach out to us today to find…
Read MoreThe Power of Words
By Staci Tokarz Do you often notice you say to yourself, “I can’t,” “That won’t work for me,” or “No”? To many of us, having such thoughts sounds fairly standard and harmless, right? The fact is, these negative thoughts are anything but harmless. These types of words have been shown to release dozens of stress-producing…
Read MoreThe Difference Between Your Healthy Self & Eating-Disorder Self
By Joden Stoner Whether or not you’re aware of it, if you have an eating disorder, you are constantly fighting an internal battle in your head. No, you’re not crazy, nor do you have multiple personalities. However, most individuals with an eating disorder are able to identify a healthy self versus an eating-disorder self, and…
Read MoreHow Can I Improve My Mental Game Before Getting on the Field?
by Brandee Samlow To an athlete, “the game” is not only their career, it’s their life. It’s everything they live and breathe, day in and day out. Athletes train in the gym and on the field every single day to become the best of the best. So what sets apart one great athlete from the…
Read MoreTips for Managing Anxiety as Life Returns to “Normal”
by Hillary Stevens If the thought of being in a large crowd, a holiday gathering at your grandma’s, or even a trip to the grocery store without a mask on is causing you anxiety, you’re not alone. Almost 50% of Americans have reported feeling nervous or anxious about returning to in-person and maskless events in…
Read MoreWhen the Past is Present: An Introduction to EMDR Therapy
by Becca Young Trauma is recognized as an individual’s response to a deeply distressing or disturbing event, which may overwhelm his or her ability to cope, cause feelings of helplessness, and diminish sense of self and the ability to feel a full range of emotions. Research shows that approximately 70% of people in the US…
Read MoreSelf-Care during Holidays
by Katie O’Hara Have you ever experienced increased stress or worry around the holiday season? This could be any holiday, or a vacation that includes spending time with family. Do you dread family get-togethers, certain they will devolve into a fight over politics or differing views? Does the cost of traveling or hosting a house…
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