by Hilary Jacobs Hendel | Dec 23, 2019 | Counseling News, Managing Holiday Stress
Many people have ideas about what the holidays spent with your family “should” be like. You’d expect your family members to love each other and be thankful for the time they get to spend together. Sadly, the reality for some families is much more complex. The truth is...
by Hilary Jacobs Hendel | Dec 19, 2019 | Counseling News, Managing Holiday Stress
I have a patient, Ben, who used to dread heading home for the holidays. Due to the constant criticism from his parents, he and his family found it extremely difficult to relax and enjoy themselves. As soon as Ben walked through the door of his parents’ home, he felt...
by Taylor Bennett | Dec 12, 2019 | Counseling News, Managing Holiday Stress, Mental Health, Stress and Anxiety
The Christmas season is in full swing! You know what that means—plenty of holiday stimuli. Santa Claus runs rampant in your town, “Silent Night” and “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” blare from your radio, trees light every window, and horses disguised as...
by Daniel Wittler | Nov 26, 2019 | Counseling News, Managing Holiday Stress
This time of year is exciting and special for many, as families come together to celebrate the holidays. However, it isn’t exciting for all. In fact, it can be a very difficult time for people in addiction recovery. Here are a few common issues for those in recovery...
by Anthony Centore | Nov 22, 2019 | Counseling News, Managing Holiday Stress
My parents do not approve of my relationship. I am 23 years old and I have lived with my boyfriend (who I plan to marry) since February 2019. Since then, I am constantly getting told that this was a bad decision and I am constantly being asked by my parents to leave...
by Lisa Larsen | Dec 19, 2018 | Counseling News, Managing Holiday Stress, Mental Health
Between shopping for gifts, preparing for lavish dinners, and having visiting relatives and friends, the holiday season creates more stress than we might realize. This can lead to feeling burned out, tired, cranky and it might even make us miss out on the joy that is...
by Matt O'Grady | Dec 19, 2018 | Counseling News, Managing Holiday Stress, Mental Health
During the holiday season, there’s a distinct emphasis on giving thanks for all that we’re fortunate enough to have. But in trying to make the season festive, we often put unnecessary stress on ourselves and each other. As a result, we might not feel as merry as we...
by Gina Carlino | Dec 19, 2018 | Counseling News, Managing Holiday Stress, Mental Health
Let’s face it, sometimes the holidays aren’t always a time for fun and celebration. They can be a time of increased depression because we are alone, or they can be filled with anxiety because we have to be around family or people we don’t always get along with....
by Amber Shimel, MA | Dec 16, 2016 | Career and Money, Counseling News, Fun, Holidays, Managing Holiday Stress
The holiday season is a time for good cheer and merriment! Or is it? For many, the mention of Hanukkah, Christmas, or New Year’s brings as many winces as it does smiles. The fact is, the holiday season can be as much of a burden as it is a celebration; and the...
by Amber Shimel, MA | Oct 17, 2016 | Counseling News, Depression, Grief and Loss, Managing Holiday Stress
During the holiday season, we think of family traditions, making memories, and spending time with loved ones. However, the holiday season can cause feelings of grief to become much more intense. The loss of a loved one can make even the most joyful celebrations...
