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Journaling in January

Lisa
Anxiety, Depression
A new way to start the New Year | By Erica Marriaga, MSW, LCSW When was the last time you spent time alone, in silence, and took time to journal? If you can relate to me, you might be stuck in thinking of a timeframe. Maybe you take notes on your phone about your emotions,…
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Self-Compassion:

Lisa
Depression
A new way to start the New Year | By Jill Hecht, MSW, LCSW As the holiday season comes to an end, it can be difficult to transition into the New Year. The New Year usually starts with motivation to set goals. We will exercise more, eat healthy, be more productive, etc.  We have good…
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Out of Control Emotions

Lisa
Anxiety, Depression
And how to feel better | By Erica Marriaga, MSW, LCSW Photo by Pixabay from Pexels It is that time of year, AGAIN. The weather has been windy, cold, rainy, and there might be snow in the works.  You might be having a difficult time awakening in the mornings and might be dreading the holiday…
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Coping with the Holiday Blues

Lisa
Depression
Reframing Thinking to Help Combat the Holiday Blues | By Jilesa Cowan, LSW The word ‘holiday’ typically conjures up images of bright lights, ornaments, food and bright colors. A piece that often goes undiscussed are the feelings of sadness and loneliness that sometimes come with the holiday season.  Why Do the Holidays Make Some People…
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‘Tis the Season to be Content

Lisa
Anxiety, Depression
Reframing Thinking to Help Combat the Holiday Blues | By Jane Dustman, LCSW Photo by Amy T via Pexels While the holiday season is often labeled as the Most Wonderful Time of the Year, not all of us feel that way. When Daylight Savings hits and we fall back into colder weather and less sunlight,…
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Food and Mood

Lisa
Anxiety, Depression
Fueling the Body with a Healthy, Balanced Diet | By Erica Marriaga, MSW, LCSW Photo by Kindel Media from Pexels.com Have you ever thought about there being a connection between the foods that we eat and the way that we feel? After eating a pizza pie with extra cheese versus a salad with tons of leafy…
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Gratitude

Lisa
Depression
The Importance of Integrating Gratitude into Your Day to Day | By Jill Hecht, LCSW, MSW Photo by Ryan Christodoulou on Unsplash The fall season is a time of year when the leaves change and we can finally pull out our cozy flannels and drink pumpkin spiced lattes. The holiday season brings together families and…
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FALL Back to SLEEP

Lisa
Anxiety, Child & Teen Counseling, Depression
| By Erica Marriaga, MSW, LCSW Photo by Acharaporn Kamornboonyarush from Pexels Living in New Jersey in November linked with Daylight Savings Time means lighter mornings and darker evenings.  This creates adjustments for some of us.  What are your first thoughts when you think about early morning or evening activities and getting an extra hour…
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Self-Esteem: Soul Searching

Lisa
Depression
Self-Esteem is Significant Photo by Ylanite Koppens from Pexels Self-esteem.  What does it mean to you?  The way you feel about yourself?  The beliefs you hold to be true about yourself?  Are you trying to foster higher self-esteem in yourself or notice that others could benefit from doing the same?  In psychology, the term self-esteem is…
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Natural Ways to Jumpstart Your Happy Chemicals

Lisa
Coronavirus, Depression
Photo by cottonbro from Pexels: Pexels   Feeling down or out of it? Having a hard time finding that spark of passion, drive or motivation? Do not worry, you are not alone and there are helpful ways and hacks to help boost that positive energy and help keep the peace.  Ever hear of a Neurotransmitter?…
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The Healing Power of Nature

Lisa
Anxiety, Coronavirus, Depression
Learn how you can use ecotherapy in your treatment and daily life Photo by Pixabay via Pexels.com I frequently tell clients how fresh air can be relaxing and beneficial for mental health, and many will agree how much better they feel when the weather begins to get warmer and the sun stays out longer. But…
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Stop and Enjoy the Little Things

Lisa
Coronavirus, Depression
‘Tis the Season to Practice Gratitude Photo by RODNAE Productions from Pexels: Pexels   It is that time of year in Jersey that we have all so patiently waited for, Spring. The light at the end of the tunnel from a cold, blisterious winter. The sun is out longer, the flowers are starting to bloom,…
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