Couples are spending more time together in this time of isolation than ever before. For some, the additional time may be met with delight and lead to stronger connection. However for most, the constant togetherness (mixed with anxiety) may lead to frustration, irritability, or highlight the disconnection between partners. We would … Read More
Covid-19 Resources
Times feel uncertain. During uncertainty, our actions need to be intentional. Thriving in this season is possible by implementing a few daily, simple self-care strategies. Our team at GROW Counseling has developed some resources designed to help you thrive during this difficult time. These tools will help you stay grounded … Read More
Organize Your Life, Find Your Joy?
Does It Bring You Joy? Why have we become so obsessed with organization? “Who hasn’t heard about Marie Kondo?” my friend asked. Well, I was embarrassed to say I hadn’t. But after doing a quick Google search and another on YouTube, I began to understand the popularity of this movement. … Read More
Resolving to Not Have a Resolution?
Most of us have made a New Year’s resolution at some time in our lives, only to see it fail by February, or maybe even by January 2nd. Some folks I’ve talked to have resolved to never make a New Year’s resolution again, because, after all, who needs another disappointment? … Read More
Gut, Brain and Emotional Connections
How do you know when you are “stressed out”? Does that seem like a silly question? We usually know because we have some physical sensations that let us know something isn’t right. Whether a sense of being overwhelmed, having a headache, a stomach ache, or worse, we realize we are … Read More
Gut Check- Stress and Digestion
Have you ever experienced a stomachache because you had an important presentation? Or perhaps you had to take a difficult exam, or had to tell someone bad news? Stress can effect more than just our mood, and in those moments, we experience the stress in our bodies. Although we don’t … Read More
I’m Not Defensive, You Are
Okay, so we’ve all experienced this with someone we know. Your friend/co-worker/family/spouse makes a comment about something you did. Perhaps their well-meaning directive is meant to be helpful and corrective. But, their suggestion creates a rise in your temperature. In fact, you feel hot, your face feels red, and your … Read More
Michael Phelps and How Therapy Can Make a Difference
We often believe, “If I had their life (a person more successful, with a bigger paycheck, etc…) I would be so happy!” Can you imagine a “better life” than being the most decorated Olympic athlete in history? That is the life Michael Phelps was living, but after two Olympics and … Read More
Is it Anxiety or Just Stress?
We all feel stress. It is part of our human condition. However, at times, our stress may develop into anxiety, which takes us into a new realm beyond stress, worry and nervousness. Anxiety may feel like some or all of the below: You feel irritated frequently and easily. You are … Read More
Can We Just Wrap Our Kids in Bubble Wrap and Protect Them?
As a mom, there have certainly been times I wish I could wrap my kids up in bubble wrap to keep them protected from everything from scrapes, broken bones, physical, emotional injury or even a car crash when they began driving. So what’s wrong with that? Well, nothing about the … Read More
