by Lauren | Dec 10, 2022 | Grief
Something therapists hear a lot during the holidays is, “I thought I had processed my grief and was moving on. Then, the holidays came around, and I suddenly feel as bad as I did when I first lost them.” If this sounds familiar, you are certainly not alone. Grief is...
by Lauren | Nov 23, 2022 | Self-care
Having an attitude of gratitude is something you’ve probably seen stitched onto throw pillows or emblazoned on t-shirts, but years of therapy practice and research have proven that showing gratitude can actually improve a person’s well being – no matter how cheesy it...
by Lauren | Nov 12, 2022 | Anxiety, Stress Management
The holiday season can quickly fluctuate between happy and filled with fun and excitement to stressful and triggering sadness and difficult emotions. Whether it’s all the extra things on your to-do list, dreading more time with family, or feeling pressure to act happy...
by Lauren | Oct 31, 2022 | Therapy
Therapy is a beneficial resource that helps people lead happier, healthier, more satisfying lives. Still, most people don’t seek therapy until they are in crisis or feel they have no other options. As therapists, the LMV Counseling team is always here to support...
by Lauren | Oct 30, 2022 | Anxiety, Depression, Emotions
Coping with Emotional Pain: Practical Tools for Healing Emotional pain can be incredibly overwhelming. Whether it stems from heartbreak, grief, trauma, or life’s unexpected curveballs, we all experience moments when coping feels nearly impossible. At LMV...