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Not Feeling Accepted During Holiday Gatherings: LGBTQIA+

December 28, 2020/in Anxiety, CARE Counseling, Clinician Resources, Depression, Family, Identity, LGBTQ+, Mental Health, Self-Care, Self-Esteem/by Marketing

The holidays can be a tough time of year, especially for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, transgender, genderqueer, queer, intersexed, agender, asexual, and ally community who experience homophobia during holiday gatherings. We all need to feel physically and emotionally safe, to feel connected within relationship. If these elements are not present or lacking in family gatherings, individuals within the LGBTQIA+ community can feel especially vulnerable to rejection which can exacerbate underlying mental health symptoms such as depression and anxiety.

SCREENAGERS Follow-Up : What can parents do

December 16, 2020/in Family, Family Counseling, Mental Health, Parenting/by Marketing

What CAN parents do:

Keep in mind, during COVID we need to be gentle with ourselves and perhaps allow for more screen time for our kids as that is often the way they are connecting with friends. This, more than ever, is a time where screens allow us to stay connected.

The Pressure to Not Be Yourself (Conforming to Others Holiday Expectations)

December 14, 2020/in Anxiety, CARE Counseling, CARING for the Community, Depression, Depression + Anxiety, Family, Identity, LGBTQ+, Mental Health, Relationships & Self-Care, Self-Care, Self-Esteem/by Marketing

Feeling the pressure to fit in with what one’s friends or family are doing this holiday season can be stressful! After all, it seems easier to “give in” [and conform] than to “rock the boat” and go against others’ expectations.

What may have started out as tradition may begin to feel like an overwhelming obligation. It might begin to feel as though others have control of your schedule and choices. I “have” to visit this person, then I “have” to visit that person. I “have” to make this, then I “have” to make that. I have to buy…I have to go…I have to do… !!

Remember the Date and Celebrate

December 9, 2020/in CARE Counseling, CARING for the Community, Family, Family Counseling, Mental Health/by Marketing

How often do you find yourself forgetting an important date? Perhaps a birthday, anniversary, important milestone, job interview, or medical appointment?

Within relationships, acknowledging important dates in loved one’s lives has special significance. It shows that you are thinking about them and that you care.

Celebrating special dates with a loved one can be a truly meaningful experience. It can help the other person feel loved and appreciated.

Rituals and Traditions in Celebration

December 9, 2020/in CARE Counseling, Depression, Depression + Anxiety, Family, Mental Health/by Marketing

December is a month of celebration. It is also a month full of rituals and traditions.

Rituals differ from traditions in that rituals involve a series of actions that are repeated. A tradition is similar in that beliefs or behaviors are passed down, with cultural significance tied to the past; however, they do not need to be performed in a prescribed order.

Thankfulness / Gratitude

December 4, 2020/in CARE Counseling, Clinician Resources, Depression, Depression + Anxiety, Family, Health + Sleep, Mental Health, Relationships & Self-Care, Self-Care, Self-Esteem/by Marketing

The Oxford Dictionary defines the word grateful as “showing an appreciation of kindness.” Being grateful is an action whereas being thankful is a feeling. While the holidays have looked different this year, especially compared to past years, I reflect on thankfulness and choose to practice gratitude.

Communicating– Family Health Histories

December 2, 2020/in Anxiety, CARE Counseling, CARING for the Community, Depression + Anxiety, Family, Family Counseling, Health + Sleep, Identity, Long Term Illness, Mental Health, Relationships & Self-Care, Self-Care, Women's Health/by Marketing

How often does the topic of family mental health history come up while sitting around the dinner table? I am guessing not very often! What about your family’s medical history? This topic may feel a bit more comfortable but also tends to not be discussed.

SCREENAGERS Next Chapter : Presented by St. Louis Park High School + CARE Counseling

December 1, 2020/in Family, Family Counseling, Mental Health, Parenting/by Marketing

A new film that further examines the science behind teen’s emotional challenges, the interplay of social media, and most importantly, what can be done to help them build crucial skills and provide hope to families.

Ambiguous Grief

November 24, 2020/in Ambiguous Loss / Sense of Self, CARE Counseling, CARING for the Community, Family, Grief & Loss, Mental Health, Social Issues/by Marketing

How are you coping this holiday season? In response to the latest restrictions involving social gatherings and measures that have been taken in general to stay safe with Coronavirus, things will look much different this year.

Suicide Survivor Loss

November 24, 2020/in Ambiguous Loss / Sense of Self, CARE Counseling, CARING for the Community, Death of a Loved One, Depression, Depression + Anxiety, Emotional Trauma, Family, Grief & Loss, Mental Health, Suicidal Thoughts, Traumatic Loss / Suicide, Witnessing Traumatic Experiences / PTSD/by Marketing

The holidays tend to be a difficult time for those who have lost a loved one. This is especially true for family and friends who have died by suicide. Within the last year, I have been able to come alongside friends and family who have lost loved ones by suicide. As we celebrate the holiday season, suicide survivors are reminded of the “empty chair” at the table. The Saturday before Thanksgiving has been designated as International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. It is a day where family and friends of those who have died by suicide can come together for support and healing.

Not Feeling Accepted During Holiday Gatherings: LGBTQIA+

SCREENAGERS Follow-Up : What can parents do

The Pressure to Not Be Yourself (Conforming to Others Holiday Expectations)

Remember the Date and Celebrate

Rituals and Traditions in Celebration

Thankfulness / Gratitude

Communicating– Family Health Histories

SCREENAGERS Next Chapter : Presented by St. Louis Park High School + CARE Counseling

Suicide Survivor Loss

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