You might be surprised to find that sessions are often times light-hearted and (you guessed it) FUNNY! Humor can be one of the most successful interventions that a therapist and client can foster and implement together!
The pride that comes with helping and protecting others should be fulfilling enough to continue work that is often times stressful and dangerous, right? We often feel that way when entering jobs in fields such as law enforcement, firefighting, emergency services, the military, corrections and emergency room settings. However, these professionals often find rather quickly, … <a href="https://sillonwellness.com/blog/counseling-for-first-responders-and-their-families/">Continued</a>
You’ve heard it said, “music is universal!” Music is almost always a theme in any activity that we, as humans, engage in. From celebrations to funerals, in group settings or even just alone in the shower, we revel in it. It speaks to us on a soul-level. We identify with it, and it can even … <a href="https://sillonwellness.com/blog/music-as-therapy/">Continued</a>
While you’ve likely looked forward to retirement for most of your life, it can also bring a lot of change, and even some challenges. You might find yourself feeling lonely, or even depressed as your life changes, and it can be helpful to meet with a mental health counselor. Here are a few of the … <a href="https://sillonwellness.com/blog/benefits-mental-health-counseling-retirement/">Continued</a>
If you or a family member are struggling with a mental health issue, you’ve probably wondered what changes you can make to get feeling better. Mental health difficulties can’t be treated with a one-size-fits-all solution since they vary and differ for every person. But here are a few approaches that can help you to improve … <a href="https://sillonwellness.com/blog/treat-mental-health-issues/">Continued</a>
Have you ever felt trapped, lost, or hopeless because of the state of your mental health? Often a mental health crisis isn’t something that you can choose to automatically solve or heal by yourself, and you may need help from a counselor. Here are a few reasons why you should consider meeting with a mental … <a href="https://sillonwellness.com/blog/meet-mental-health-counselor/">Continued</a>
Is your teen experiencing some mental health challenges that you’re having a hard time understanding? This can be a difficult parenting issue if you’ve never struggled with mental health yourself. Here are a few approaches that will help you to better understand your teen’s mental health challenges. The Real Nature of Mental Health Challenges First, … <a href="https://sillonwellness.com/blog/understand-teens-mental-health-challenges/">Continued</a>
Have you ever had unexplained, distressing symptoms after a traumatic experience? If so, chances are you are suffering Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or Post Traumatic Stress Symptoms after experiencing emotional or physical trauma. Here are a few signs to help you recognize symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress from trauma. Vivid Flashbacks and Thoughts First, you … <a href="https://sillonwellness.com/blog/recognize-ptsd-trauma/">Continued</a>
The past few years have revealed that eating disorders are incredibly common, much more common than you were led to believe growing up. If you struggle with an eating disorder, trust that you have a life of freedom and healing ahead of you. Here are a few ways that you can find healing from your … <a href="https://sillonwellness.com/blog/finding-healing-eating-disorder/">Continued</a>