By Maria Lebron, March 2020 In order to build trust and hope during an evolving national crisis, a President must be responsible, credible, consistent, diplomatic, and emotionally mature. A President needs to seek reliable facts in order to plan a course of action, admit fault when necessary, and change course when needed. A President needs […]
The Psychological Impact of Social Distancing Due to Covid-19
By Maria Lebron, March 2020 The true psychological impact from Covid-19 won’t be known for many months or years after the pandemic ends. What we know now is that this crisis causes people to experience fear, anxiety, and depression. Covid-19 has made us worried not only for our health, but the health of our family, […]
How to Navigate a Life Transition
By Maria Lebron, March 2020 One constant we can count on in our lives is change. Transitions are a natural part of life and we all experience moments which will change our lives forever. Some major life transitions people experience are: graduation, career, marriage, divorce, parenting, loss of a loved one, aging, relocation, and existential […]
What is Discernment Counseling?
By Maria Lebron, March 2020 Deciding whether to separate or divorce is one of the most difficult decisions a person can make. When a couple is in distress, it can be difficult to determine what to do or discuss next steps. Couples therapy doesn’t work well when one or both partners are ambivalent about separation/divorce […]
Trauma and the Mind-Body Connection
By Maria Lebron, February 2020 Trauma occurs when we experience something deeply disturbing, causing us to feel overwhelmed and unable to cope. The trauma may be the result of a single event, a series of events, or from continued and prolonged trauma, such as childhood abuse. The circumstances causing the trauma are experienced as physically […]
Communication Mistakes In Relationships
by Maria Lebron, February 2020 Whether you’re communicating with a partner, a friend, or family, there are common communication mistakes which can interfere with the ability to express your feelings. Being aware of these common mistakes can help you understand that if you’re not communicating effectively, you’re not likely to feel understood. These mistakes also […]
Challenges Faced During the Teen Years
By Maria Lebron, February 2020 Being a teen can be really hard! The teen years are filled with emotional highs and lows as physical and emotional growth takes place. Teens face internal and external challenges as they try to cope with puberty, hormonal changes, and social, parental, and school pressures. Teens may feel overwhelmed and […]
How Does Play Therapy Work?
By Maria Lebron, February 2020 In play therapy, toys are like the child’s words and play is the child’s language (Garry Landreth, 2002). Play therapy is used with children, usually under the age of 12, although therapists may use some type of play or activity with children older than 12 and with teens. Children […]
Just One Supportive Adult Can Make a Difference for LGBTQ Youth
By Maria Lebron, February 2020 The Trevor Project Research Study The Trevor Project is a non-profit organization focused on suicide prevention efforts for LGBTQ young people under 25 years of age. The organization runs The Trevor Lifeline, a confidential 24-hour suicide hotline with trained professionals. The Trevor Project also offers guidance, resources, and trainings for […]
When Does Jealousy Become Dangerous?
By Maria Lebron, February 2020 The Difference Between Envy and Jealousy Envy and jealousy are emotions that we all feel at one time or another. Envy and jealousy often overlap, but there is a very important difference. Envy is the feeling we experience when we wish we had someone’s traits, possessions, or advantages. Envy can […]
