Video Games- Enjoyment or Problematic?

By: Ryan Thompson, LPC Certified Problematic Gaming Specialist Gaming has evolved from a niche hobby into a global phenomenon. With over 3 billion gamers worldwide, video games offer immersive experiences, creative expression, and social connections like never before....

Are You a Pleaser? Do You Struggle to Say “No”

By: Ryan Thompson, LPC Pleasers are some of the nicest, most loyal, committed, and loving people you will ever meet. Their biggest strength tends to be their loving heart. However, this strength also tends to be their biggest weakness. The loving and kind nature of a...

How to Connect with your Teen

By: Renee Hunnicutt, LCSW Bringing your teen to counseling is a great step to combat anxiety, depression, self-harm, and other common mental health concerns. The work does not stop there! As a parent, you obviously have more access to your teen than their therapist...

Summer and Holidays and Vacations, Oh My!

By: Katie Deen, LPC, RPT Here comes summer. We have holidays, time with friends, vacations, and all the FUN activities. Yet, do you ever feel like there is more yelling? More meltdowns? More fighting and frustration? Do you find yourself looking at your kids thinking...

5 Eye-Opening Signs You Actually Have a Problem With Alcohol

When it comes to alcohol, you may wonder where the line is and if you’re crossing that line at all. How many drinks is considered alcohol abuse? Do you have a problem with alcohol? How do you know if you have an alcohol addiction? Here are 5 signs you have a problem...