by Taylor Bennett | May 5, 2020 | Counseling News, COVID-19, Q&A, Stress
Click here to schedule online counseling at Thriveworks. Hello. My name is Bryan Prinzivalli and I’m a dual Licensed Clinician at Thriveworks in Lynchburg. I’m going to answer the question, “How can you deal with stress at work during...
by Taylor Bennett | Dec 20, 2019 | Counseling News, Stress
Traditionally speaking, the holidays are a time for celebration, for togetherness. But in the 21st century, the Christmas season has taken on a whole new meaning… stress. Today, celebrating the holidays with loved ones is overshadowed or even pushed aside completely...
by Taylor Bennett | Dec 18, 2019 | Stress, Stress and Anxiety
The holiday season is in full swing, as many of us look forward to celebrating Christmas! In fact, according to a poll from Harris Insights and Analytics, Christmas is America’s favorite holiday. Unfortunately, though, Christmas isn’t beloved by all. Some dread the...
by Taylor Bennett | Nov 4, 2019 | Stress, Stress and Anxiety, Stress Management
Burnout is trudging to your desk each morning and barely putting a dent in your to-do list. It’s feeling depleted even after a full night’s rest. Burnout is exhaustion; and when you experience it, you know it. Burnout results from chronic stress at work that hasn’t...
by Taylor Bennett | Oct 2, 2019 | Counseling News, Stress, Stress and Anxiety
There are many practices for stress relief, like meditating, journaling, and deep breathing. But one underrated technique deserves our attention: humor! Humor helps with stress reduction by relaxing muscles, eliminating distressing emotions, and adding perspective....
by Taylor Bennett | Sep 20, 2019 | Counseling News, Stress
Burnout is a state of exhaustion—emotional, physical, mental exhaustion due to an excessive amount of stress. You might experience burnout after working long hours at work, partaking in an ongoing battle with your significant other, or enduring an especially busy or...
by Taylor Bennett | Aug 22, 2019 | Counseling News, Nature, Stress
Multiple studies have suggested that living near green space is beneficial to mental health. But new research says we only experience these benefits when the green space contains trees. Researchers analyzed 47,000 adults over the course of six years. The team examined...
by Taylor Bennett | Aug 21, 2019 | Stress
Does your voice ever sound shaky or give out during public speaking? Researchers from the University of Missouri say that stress can lead to these and other vocal issues.Researchers analyzed 13 healthy women who were told to prepare for a 5-minute impromptu speech...
by Taylor Bennett | Apr 22, 2019 | Counseling News, Nature, Stress
Are you feeling stressed? Spend 20 minutes outside. Researchers from the University of Michigan say it can help.The team asked participants to spend 10 minutes or more outside, at least 3 times a week for 8 weeks. Participants chose what time of day and where, but...
by Ruthie Kalai | Apr 19, 2019 | Anxiety, Counseling News, Guest Bloggers, Stress
I work predominantly with “millennials” in New York City; those 20-30 somethings who are openly and honestly seeking therapy, very often for the first time, to address certain issues that are more common among this age group. Many consider this age group...
by Taylor Bennett | Apr 19, 2019 | Anxiety, Counseling News, Stress, Uncategorized
We often use “stress” and “anxiety” interchangeably, to describe intense worry or emotional distress. But in reality, there are distinct differences between the two—for example, one is considered a healthy emotion that can be beneficial, while the other is considered...
by Taylor Bennett | Apr 15, 2019 | Counseling News, Mental Health, Stress
Stress is a normal part of life, but when it becomes too much it can cause you to suffer physically, mentally, and emotionally. The good news is we have power over many potential external stressors—including the quality of our relationships. We often experience stress...
