by Jen McWaters, Psy.D. | Dec 15, 2017 | Depression, Holidays, Personal Improvement, Stress
You may hear the phrase “it’s better to give than to receive” more often around the holidays, that time of year associated with giving and receiving gifts. In our consumerist culture, we can lose sight of what we already have to focus exclusively on our needs and...
by Jen McWaters, Psy.D. | Oct 13, 2017 | Mindfulness, Personal Improvement, Stress
Did you know that your creative efforts create psychological benefits? Looking back on your childhood, you may have memories about the types of play you once enjoyed. Children use legos, dolls, sandcastles, art, imaginary friends, music, acting, building forts, and...
by Jen McWaters, Psy.D. | Aug 11, 2017 | Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Personal Improvement, Relationships, Therapy
You have made the difficult decision to meet with a therapist. But, what will you work on in therapy? What will be the goals of your treatment? Deciding to meet with a therapist for the first time takes strength and courage, especially while experiencing emotional...
by Jen McWaters, Psy.D. | Jun 9, 2017 | Mindfulness, Personal Improvement
Are you stuck in a place you do not want to be? Are you disheartened to find a great distance between who you are and the person you would like to be? Are you stuck in old patterns, habits, or autopilot behaviors? Do you experience thoughts that discourage change...
by Jen McWaters, Psy.D. | Mar 30, 2017 | Children, Mindfulness, Parenting
Take a moment to pause and reflect on the word “parent”. If you are a parent, you might be thinking about the daily challenges you face: alone-time is probably non-existent, and despite feeling successful at work or in other areas, you might feel ineffective as a...
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