Meditation…Am I Doing it Wrong?

May 9, 2024 No Comments

As I was watching Kung Fu Panda 4 with my family recently, I couldn’t help but resonate with Po’s humorous struggles with meditation. His attempts at finding “inner peace” struck a chord, reminding me of the challenges many of my clients face when embarking on their meditation journey. Like Po, they often wonder, “Am I doing it wrong?” Let’s explore this common concern and discover how to navigate it for a fulfilling meditation experience.

Nurturing Emotional Regulation in Children

April 24, 2024 No Comments

Emotional regulation is the ability to understand, express, and manage our emotions in healthy ways. Learning how to regulate our emotions is a crucial life skill that impacts overall emotional well-being and social interactions. Let’s delve deeper into what emotional regulation entails, what causes dysregulation, and explore specific strategies to nurture this vital skill in children.

Child Therapy

April 10, 2024 No Comments

Because play is one of the main ways children communicate and interact with the world, it is often beneficial to incorporate elements of play into counseling sessions.

5 Signs Your Child May Benefit From Therapy

April 2, 2024 No Comments

We may encounter moments where we wonder if our child or teen could benefit from professional support. Here are five key indicators that suggest it might be time for your child or teen to consider therapy.

5 Common Reasons Young Adults Seek Therapy

March 5, 2024 No Comments

In this blog post, we’ll delve into five common reasons why 20-somethings seek therapy and explain how therapy can promote growth and healing during this time of transition.

Finding Closure: FAQs on Ending Therapy

February 5, 2024 No Comments

In this blog post, we’ll explore frequently asked questions about ending therapy, and how to make your last session a meaningful conclusion to your therapeutic journey.

10 Ways to Prioritize Your Mental Health in 2024

January 3, 2024 No Comments

In this blog post, we extend an invitation for you to embark on a thoughtful journey—one centered around improving your mental well-being in 2024.

Navigating Holiday Stress: Embracing Joy Amidst Common Challenges

November 28, 2023 No Comments

In this blog post, we’ll explore five common stressors people experience during the holiday season and offer practical ways to navigate them, in hopes of cultivating a more joyful and fulfilling experience.

Navigating Relationship Challenges: Discernment Counseling vs. Couples Therapy

October 31, 2023 No Comments

Cedar Counseling & Wellness offers both discernment counseling and couples therapy, each with its unique purpose and goals. In this blog post, we’ll explore the definitions of each service, differences between the two, and how to determine which one may be right for you.

Kindness in Crisis: How to Extend a Hand to the Grieving

September 28, 2023 No Comments

Grief, a universal human experience, often brings people to my office seeking solace and understanding. This blog post offers valuable insights on how to support someone who is grieving.

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