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What should I do if I think a loved one is prejudiced? (Video)

by Taylor Bennett | Jul 6, 2020 | Counseling News, Q&A, Racial Equality, Relationships

Hello. I am Hélène Diop with Thriveworks, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. So today I will attempt to answer the following question: “What should I do if a loved one is prejudiced?” So first, I will say, reevaluate “What does it mean to be...

Online Counseling Question: How do I write a mission statement during COVID-19? (Video)

by Taylor Bennett | Jul 2, 2020 | Counseling News, COVID-19, Managing Difficult Emotions, Q&A

Click here to schedule online counseling at Thriveworks. Hi, my name is Anna Sihon. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Thriveworks McLean, Virginia. And someone sent in a question about how to write a mission statement during COVID-19. COVID-19 responses...

Talking to Teens About Tragedy: 6 Important Guidelines

by Taylor Bennett | Jun 26, 2020 | Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Counseling News, Parenting

In the midst of tragedy—dreadful, fatal events—parents have the difficult task of talking with their children about the tragic events. While the topic should often be avoided with young kids (specifically those under 8 years of age), who are much too young to hear...

What effects can discrimination have on one’s mental health? (Video)

by Taylor Bennett | Jun 24, 2020 | Counseling News, Q&A, Racial Equality

You can meet with one of our caring mental health professionals, including this present, by visiting us at https://thriveworks.com/online-counseling/ Hi, my name is Tori Mills and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor for Thriveworks. I’d like to...

What can I do to become an ally for the Black Community? (Video)

by Taylor Bennett | Jun 19, 2020 | Counseling News, Q&A, Racial Equality

Hello, I’m Alise Lindsey, Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional for Thriveworks Newport News location. Today, I am very happy to bring to you some ways that you can become an ally to the Black Community in our fight for...

Identifying Cultural Issues Including Bias in the Counseling Room (Video)

by Taylor Bennett | Jun 15, 2020 | Counseling News, Counseling Techniques, Race issues

Valerie Proctor Greene, Licensed Psychotherapist and Life Coach at Thriveworks Chesapeake, leads an online workshop titled “Identifying Cultural Issues Including Bias in the Counseling Room.” Below, you’ll find information about Greene, followed by highlights from her...

Improve your mental health and emotional wellbeing through cycling

by Alex Bristol | Jun 12, 2020 | Counseling News, Emotional Regulation, Health & Exercise, Mental Health

There are many benefits to regularly riding a bike. For many people, bicycling is a nostalgic thing. For others, bike riding may be one of the best ways to get in imperative exercise. However, one of the most commonly overlooked rewards to bicycling is its ability to...

Warning signs of stress: Headaches, tense muscles, lack of concentration, and what to do about it

by Raven Jiselle | Jun 5, 2020 | Counseling News, Managing Difficult Emotions, Stress and Anxiety

The world is under a lot of stress right now due to the current coronavirus pandemic. This has led to an overall state of disarray, as the world scrambles for a sense of normalcy in these trying times. Couple this with the fact that stress was already a huge problem...

Am I going to get fired? Working through this fear and other work anxieties

by Taylor Bennett | Jun 1, 2020 | Addressing Workplace Issues, Anxiety, Counseling News

While it is normal to worry from time to time, sometimes this worrying turns into an unhealthy obsession—especially during uncertain times like COVID. Many people feel like their jobs are at stake amid COVID-19; this fear and other work anxieties can make going to...

Online Counseling Question: Is it okay to take a mental health day during COVID-19? (Video)

by Taylor Bennett | Jun 1, 2020 | COVID-19, Mental Health Awareness, Q&A

Click here to schedule online counseling at Thriveworks. Hello. My name is Shontel Cargill and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Thriveworks located at the Cumming office in Georgia. So the online question is, “Is it okay to take a mental health...

LGBTQ+ teens feel depressed, worthless, and hopeless: They need more support in school and at home

by Taylor Bennett | May 29, 2020 | Counseling News, Depression, LGBTQ, LGBTQ+ Issues

A survey of 12,000 LGBTQ+ teens in the US reveals prevalent mental health challenges among this group. Researchers found that the majority of LGBTQ+ teens feel depressed, hopeless, worthless, and have trouble sleeping. These teens also don’t feel safe in their...

How do you become an LGBT Ally? Ask questions, use proper pronouns, stay informed, and more tips

by Taylor Bennett | May 29, 2020 | Counseling News, LGBTQ, LGBTQ+ Issues

June is LGBTQ+ pride month, which is meant to celebrate and achieve equal justice and opportunity for the community. You can show your support this month (and year-round) by serving as an LGBTQ+ ally: first, be open-minded and don’t shy away from asking questions....