Mental Health
Ways to Cope With the Stress of COVID-19
Welcome to our new, albeit temporary, normal: life in the US during the coronavirus pandemic. With the spread of COVID-19 around the country in the last few weeks, it seems like day to day life has completely changed for all of us, and we’re not really sure how long life will be like this. If…
Read MoreScheduling Virtual Appointments
We wanted to reach out to pass along some updates in light of the spread of COVID-19. Until further notice, most therapists at Holistic Consultation will offer all sessions virtually using our secure, HIPPA-compliant platform called Clocktree. It’s face-to-face and operates similarly to FaceTime or Skype–except it is confidential and secure. If you are interested…
Read MoreTips for Social Distancing
A pandemic and advised quarantine brings up unique and unprecedented concerns and challenges. We have been researching the mental and emotional effects and wanted to pass along some findings that can be helpful during this time. 1. Try to maintain your/a routine and schedule as “normal” as much as possible. Even if you don’t HAVE…
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Preparing for the unexpected:
We are here for you
At Holistic Consultation, we feel a clinical and social responsibility to keep our offices open as long as possible and if we must close, keep the office available for staff to offer online therapy. This also means we are currently moving to online sessions where appropriate. Here are a few FAQs to get started:
Read MoreHow To Set Smart Goals
If you’ve ever set a goal before, you know that it can be hard to follow through on them sometimes. Goal setting is a great way to keep yourself motivated to make positive or necessary changes in your life, but the key is to set the goals and actually follow through on them. Many of us have…
Read More10 Ways to Show Some Love This February
By the time February rolls around, it can seem like a never-ending parade of romantic love. While there’s nothing wrong with celebrating romantic love, it isn’t the only way you can celebrate the love in your life. Love can come in many forms – caring for your community, friendships, supporting causes that matter to you,…
Read More3 Ways To Set Better Goals For The New Year
Happy New Year (And New Decade) With the turning over of the calendar, there’s bound to be lots of talk about New Year’s Resolutions. Do you love then, do you hate them, do they work, should you even bother? The new year is a wonderful time to do some reflection, whether or not you set…
Read More3 Ways to Reflect on the Past Year
With the year drawing to a close, it’s a natural time to look back on the past twelve months. For many, the new year is a time when we can start over – a fresh change to accomplish our goals and be the people we want to be. With that in mind, it’s also helpful…
Read MoreHow to Be Kind to Yourself During the Holidays
Now that Halloween is over, we’re in the final stretch of the year before the holidays. If you’re noticing the holidays looming on the calendar, you’re not the only one. The holiday season can be a tricky time emotionally for many people. Some folks have issues with certain family members or dynamics, the end of…
Read MoreHow to Prepare for Season Changes
As the seasons change, it’s easy to get caught up in what’s coming: fall festivals, pumpkin carving, foliage, hot apple cider. Every season brings fun new activities and changes, but some seasons are harder for certain people due to Seasonal Affective Disorder. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, “Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is…
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