What is racial trauma? (Video) by Taylor Bennett | Aug 6, 2020 | Mental Health Topics, Race & Identity, Trauma Hello, my name is Shontel Cargill and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Thriveworks located at the Cumming office in Georgia. The question that was asked was, “What is racial trauma?” Racial trauma also known as race-based traumatic stress is defined as the cumulative negative effects of racism…
How do you support a friend who has been discriminated against? (Video) by Taylor Bennett | Jul 20, 2020 | Mental Health Topics, Race & Identity, Relationships Hello. My name is Yvette Lopez and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Thriveworks. The question has been asked, “How do you support a friend who has been discriminated against?” The number one thing that your friend will probably be looking for is for you to listen, provide that…
What should I do if I think a loved one is prejudiced? (Video) by Taylor Bennett | Jul 6, 2020 | Mental Health Topics, Race & Identity, 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 prejudiced?” Also, making sure that you don’t…
Online Counseling Question: How do I write a mission statement during COVID-19? (Video) by Taylor Bennett | Jul 2, 2020 | COVID-19, Mental Health Topics, Self-Improvement 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 have really messed up our way of doing things….
What effects can discrimination have on one’s mental health? (Video) by Taylor Bennett | Jun 24, 2020 | Mental Health Topics, Race & Identity You can meet with one of our caring mental health professionals, including this presenter, 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 discuss the effects that discrimination has on one’s mental health. So, during…
What can I do to become an ally for the Black Community? (Video) by Taylor Bennett | Jun 19, 2020 | Mental Health Topics, Race & Identity 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 social justice. In the wake of the death…
Identifying Cultural Issues Including Bias in the Counseling Room (Video) by Taylor Bennett | Jun 15, 2020 | Mental Health Topics, Race & Identity 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 presentation: About Valerie Proctor Greene, Licensed Psychotherapist and Life Coach: Greene is passionate about…
Online Counseling Question: What are positive affirmations? Can they help me during COVID-19? (Video) by Taylor Bennett | May 11, 2020 | COVID-19, Mental Health Topics, Self-Improvement Click here to schedule online counseling at Thriveworks. Hi, I’m Rebecca Fry and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor at Thriveworks. So the question that was asked are, “What are positive affirmations and how can they help me during this time of COVID-19?” So a positive affirmation is simply a self-statement…
Online Counseling Question: How do I stop being jealous and insecure in my relationship? (Video) by Taylor Bennett | May 4, 2020 | Feelings & Emotions, Mental Health Topics, Relationships Click here to schedule online counseling at Thriveworks. Hi, my name is Dr. Sheila Campbell and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with Thriveworks in Decatur, Georgia. Thank you for this opportunity to answer a question posed by a community member. The question that I’m answering today is, “How do I…
Online Counseling Question: How can I best co-parent with my ex during COVID-19? (Video) by Taylor Bennett | May 4, 2020 | COVID-19, Mental Health Topics, Parenting, Relationships Click here to schedule online counseling at Thriveworks. Hi, my name is Crystal Smith. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with Thriveworks and I’ve been asked to spend a couple minutes today addressing the question, “How can I best co-parent with my ex during COVID-19?” I think this is a really…
Online Counseling Question: How can I be more assertive without being rude? (Video) by Taylor Bennett | Apr 30, 2020 | Communication, Mental Health Topics Click here to schedule online counseling at Thriveworks. Hi, my name is Rebecca Toulson and I’m a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with Thriveworks Counseling in Greenville, South Carolina. The online counseling question I’ve been asked is, “How can I be more assertive without being rude?” I love to get this…
Online Counseling Question: How do I know if I’m ready for marriage? (Video) by Taylor Bennett | Apr 29, 2020 | Mental Health Topics, Relationships Click here to schedule online counseling at Thriveworks. Hi, my name is Kat Robey. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I work for Thriveworks in the beautiful city of Tucson, Arizona. The question is, “How do I know if I’m ready for marriage?” A great question. The fact that you’re…