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Pets Are Better Than Medication

By Maria Scotto, posted March 20, 2020

“Dogs have a way of finding the people who need them, and filling an emptiness we didn’t ever know we had.” – Thom Jones For many of us, our home is just a house unless there is something with four legs and a tail sharing the space with us. Our pets are not only cuddly […]

Filed Under: General

How to Help Your Child Manage Their Anxiety

By Maria Scotto, posted March 14, 2020

For many, childhood is the most wondrous and exciting time in a person’s life. But even when a child is growing in a loving and stable family environment, they can feel fear and anxiety. Think back on your childhood. Everything new was something to be not-so-sure of. It was easy to feel a bit anxious […]

Filed Under: Anxiety, Children

5 Warning Signs It’s Time to Try Couples Counseling

By Maria Scotto, posted March 7, 2020

When you first fell in love, you could never imagine that someday the sound of your partner chewing could make you want to scream. It’s inevitable that once we are out of our honeymoon phase and reality sets in, we realize that all relationships take work and compromise. But while some couples may hit bumps […]

Filed Under: Couples/Marriage, General

How to Spot Passive-Aggressive Behavior

By Maria Scotto, posted March 1, 2020

There was a time when the phrase passive-aggressive was rarely uttered among non-psychologists. But it’s a phrase that is mentioned often these days. The problem is, passive-aggressive behavior is almost so common, that it’s hard for people to pinpoint what that behavior looks like exactly. Do you know any passive-aggressive people? Chances are you do. […]

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Is Social Media Bad for Your Mental Health?

By Maria Scotto, posted February 21, 2020

Have you been feeling a bit low lately, but you can’t quite put your finger on why? It may have something to do with your social media habits. According to a recent study, social media use can increase depression and loneliness. For years people have suspected that social media use might have an ability to […]

Filed Under: Addiction, Adolescents/Teens, Depression

3 Steps to Self-Compassion

By Maria Scotto, posted February 14, 2020

“God, you can be so stupid sometimes.” “Why would he be attracted to YOU?” “You’re just going to screw this up.” These are things you would probably never say to another human being unless you’re a real jerk. But how many of us have that inner critic that says these kinds of things all the […]

Filed Under: General, Issues for Women, Self-Esteem

How to Deal with Loneliness Around Valentine’s Day

By Maria Scotto, posted February 7, 2020

Valentine’s day is just around the corner. For many people that means celebrating with their spouse or partner and showing them extra love and attention. But for others, Valentine’s Day is a sad reminder that they are single or are perhaps grieving the recent loss of their significant other. If you are celebrating it alone […]

Filed Under: Depression, General, Issues for Women, Self-Esteem

How to Set Healthy Boundaries

By Maria Scotto, posted January 31, 2020

Relationships can only be healthy when both people have the space to be themselves and maintain their personal integrity. Sadly, many people find themselves in relationships, romantic and otherwise, with people who do not respect boundaries and feel entitled to have their needs met regardless of the other person’s. These people most likely grew up […]

Filed Under: Couples/Marriage, General, Issues for Women

Tips to Manage Anger Around Your Family During the Holidays

By Maria Scotto, posted December 9, 2019

For many of us, spending time with family can be a grab bag of emotions. While you may feel love and familiarity, there’s also decades-long dynamics between you and your family members that may not be the most healthy. Your family might treat you like the teenager they remember, and you might revert to that […]

Filed Under: Anger, Family Therapy

5 Ways to Get a Better Night’s Sleep with Anxiety

By Maria Scotto, posted December 3, 2019

Affecting nearly 40 million adults in the United States, anxiety is one of the country’s most common mental health disorders. Sleep disturbances such as insomnia are highly prevalent amongst those who suffer from anxiety disorder. If you have trouble falling asleep, it may heighten or trigger your anxiety, and vice versa. While it can be […]

Filed Under: Anxiety

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