Childhood Depression
Play to Help Improve your Mood
Ever wonder what your therapists do when you’re not around? This day, I caught them playing! And as the head of the practice, I wholeheartedly support that! Why, you ask? Because play is an important part of good mental health! Benefits of Play on Mental Wellness Burns Off Stress. Dot-com companies have known for…
Read MoreHow Neurofeedback Helped Me
As the founder of Marietta West Cobb Counseling Center, I first learned about neurofeedback when I met Melissa Hergert of BrainTrain Centers, Inc. over 5 years ago. Melissa introduced me to neurofeedback with the offer of a complimentary Brain Map and follow-up report of findings. It came at just the right time. I spent over…
Read MoreDepression and Other Mood Disorders in Teens
The teen years are a time of intense psychological, cognitive, and emotional change. Your teen’s moods change as frequently as the latest style and crises arise out of nowhere. Sometimes, though, your teen’s moodiness may be a sign ofsomething more serious. How do you know when to let it go and when to get help?…
Read MoreExercise to Improve your Mental Health
Clients often ask if there are non-medication routes they can take to help with their anxiety, depression, or other related disorders. While sometimes medication is absolutely necessary, we can sometimes make lifestyle changes that will suffice to improve our mental health or at least support and improve our outcome if we need medication, too. I…
Read MoreIf You Fear a Loved One May Commit Suicide
The recent suicides by celebrities Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain have increased our awareness that suicide can affect anyone. Statistics show that suicide rates are rising dramatically. People are being urged to reach out if they need help but if someone reaches out to you, would you know what to do? Here are some suggestions…
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