So when was the last time you activated your vagus nerve? When I ask someone this question in session, I usually get a blank stare back at me. Vagus what? Your vagus nerve. Its a powerful thing. The vagus nerve has the ability to shut off...
Function of Boundaries Boundaries are the internal and external lines that we create to protect ourselves and others within relationships. They help us hold true to who we are and who we are not and who we are willing to be around. Boundaries are personal. I...
After I had my first child, I realized quickly children do not come with manuals. Prior to having my son, I read the books, had training, and was in the midst of my MSW program. I thought I knew it all. Wrong! Parenting is hard. ...
Counseling in Williston, VT Good Evening Everyone! Check out my video updating everyone on my practice below. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dnboJpNC4_g[/embed] Therapy Appointments Available for: Women Anxiety Trauma Maternal Mental Health Substance Use Teens Anxiety Substance Use Individuals Seeking Support in Recovery from Substance Use Appointment Availability: I am in the office on...
Stress at Work Work seems pretty straightforward, right? We work to produce results and in turn for our results we are rewarded. Ah, if only it were that easy. If we look at our drive for success we will see its connected with our emotional well...
Can't Turn Off Your Mind? After a long day at work do you lay your head down on your pillow and find that you can't shut off your mind? Do you lay awake thinking about the challenges you faced throughout the day or what you have...
[caption id="attachment_327" align="alignleft" width="800"] Anxiety, Stress, Depression Regulation for Teens[/caption] What is Mindfulness? Mindfulness or being present in the moment is becoming a popular way to regulate anxiety and stress. Being mindful requires a person to be fully present in the moment. John Hopkins completed a study...
Tips to Manage Anxiety, Stress, Relapse For many the holidays are a time of excitement, others find that the holidays can be a source of stress, anxiety, and can be a trigger for substance abuse or relapse. Vermont, especially the rural areas, may present its own...