This blog is based on a book review for class. The hope of this review is to create a resource that helps clients better understand the therapeutic process—particularly the roles of anxiety, defenses, and emotional engagement. While people come to therapy either needing change, wanting change or hearing they need to change- understanding the process…
The start of a new year often carries an unspoken pressure to “start over,” to be better, stronger, or more accomplished than before. For many African American individuals and families, however, the concept of new beginnings is more complex. It is shaped by history, cultural resilience, generational responsibility, and lived experiences with systemic stressors. As…
March is Women’s History Month, a time to recognize the achievements, resilience, and contributions of women throughout history. As a licensed professional counselor, I have witnessed firsthand the emotional strength and perseverance of women navigating life’s challenges. While we celebrate women’s accomplishments in various fields, it is equally important to acknowledge their mental and emotional well-being. The…
Black History Month is a time of reflection, celebration, and acknowledgment of the immense contributions Black individuals have made to society. As a licensed professional counselor, I see this month as not only an opportunity to honor historical achievements but also a chance to highlight the importance of mental health in the Black community. The…
Happy New Year!!!!!! I hope this year has started off positive and productive for you🙂 As you know, I bought this book a few years ago with the hopes of being more intentional with creating new routines and habits, holding my self more accountable with self-reflection and actively working towards goals. Why not start…
It doesn’t take a whole new routine to instill a dose of happiness into your day—but it does take a little self awareness. 1. Be grateful for the good & the bad. Research shows, grateful people are happy people. It’s also important to understand that happiness is not the absence of negative feelings. Gratitude is…