Addiction, Children, Teens, & Adolescents, Media Use, Mental Health Topics Your device addiction is negatively affecting your children: Behavioral problems, language impairment, and more by Natalie Buchwald on Jul 22, 2020 “The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.” When it comes to device addiction, this may very well be the case. As society becomes more dependent on smartphones and as we are bombarded with new apps on a daily basis, a large percentage of the population has become chained to devices….
Feelings & Emotions, Mental Health Topics Online Counseling Question: How can I better process and cope with difficult emotions? (Video) by Taylor Bennett on Jul 20, 2020 Hi, I’m Dr. Tom DeGeorge. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with Thriveworks. And I’d like to talk to you today about some of the emotions we’ve been experiencing during these past few weeks and months in our country and the world. Part of the process of working through these emotions…
Mental Health Topics, Race & Identity, Relationships How do you support a friend who has been discriminated against? (Video) by Taylor Bennett on Jul 20, 2020 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…
COVID-19, Mental Health Topics, Work & Careers How entrepreneurs can stay productive during COVID-19: Keep a routine, stay in touch with your customers, and more by James Donaldson on Jul 15, 2020 COVID-19 has impacted both small businesses and large corporations throughout the course of 2020. For entrepreneurs and small business owners, the impact of the virus may have larger consequences. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t build your business and find success during this time. When considering how to move forward…
Mental Health Topics, Race & Identity How can I learn more about racial discrimination and the struggles of the Black Community? (Video) by Taylor Bennett on Jul 13, 2020 How can I learn more about racial discrimination and the struggles of the Black Community? (Video) Hey, y’all. My name is Brittany Morris and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Lead Clinician with Thriveworks in Chesapeake, VA. And today, I’m going to be answering your questions about how can…
Mental Health Topics, Race & Identity, Relationships What should I do if I think a loved one is prejudiced? (Video) by Taylor Bennett on Jul 6, 2020 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…
COVID-19, Mental Health Topics, Self-Improvement Online Counseling Question: How do I write a mission statement during COVID-19? (Video) by Taylor Bennett on Jul 2, 2020 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….
Mental Health Topics, Race & Identity What effects can discrimination have on one’s mental health? (Video) by Taylor Bennett on Jun 24, 2020 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…
Mental Health Topics, Race & Identity What can I do to become an ally for the Black Community? (Video) by Taylor Bennett on Jun 19, 2020 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…
Mental Health Topics, Race & Identity Identifying Cultural Issues Including Bias in the Counseling Room (Video) by Taylor Bennett on Jun 15, 2020 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…
Mental Health Topics, Self-Improvement Improve your mental health and emotional wellbeing through cycling by Alex Bristol on Jun 12, 2020 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 help us improve…
Mental Health Topics, Stress Warning signs of stress: Headaches, tense muscles, lack of concentration, and what to do about it by Raven Jiselle on Jun 5, 2020 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…