April 8, 2020 I have noticed that some of my clients who are suffering from depression are unconcerned about the COVID-19 pandemic. If you find yourself with a “what does it matter” attitude about the current crisis, reflect on this...
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March 16, 2020 It is normal to feel vulnerable and overwhelmed when reading news about the coronavirus outbreak, especially if you have experienced trauma, anxiety, or other mental health issues. While it’s good to have a healthy...
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September 9, 2019 While we all are susceptible to vicarious trauma, there are ways we can build our emotional resilience. Emotional resilience is the ability to bounce back or recover after crises, stressful events, or traumatic experiences...
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September 9, 2019 As the nation continues to process the most recent wave of mass shootings, returning to regular life for some may be more challenging than for others, even if they didn’t have any personal connection to the victims or...
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August 9, 2019 Trauma is an invisible force that surrounds us. People all around you right now could be living with trauma – though you may never be able to tell. Two of The Northwest Catholic Counseling Center’s (NCC) long...
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Article on PTSD and media consumption August 7, 2019 New research shows that people may experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after consuming too much traumatic media coverage in the news, even if they didn’t...
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August 7, 2019 A diversionary tactic is a powerful tool to distract attention. It’s often used to derail or silence an issue rather than address it. As I listened to President Donald Trump’s remarks following the...
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August 6, 2019 Traumatic experiences come in many forms, and affect each person differently. In the wake of the back to back tragedies in Gilroy, El Paso, and Dayton, our hearts go out to these communities who are experiencing tremendous...
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March 19, 2019 In the past two weeks, two amazing and talented people have died by suicide: brilliant economist Alan Krueger and Olympic track cyclist Kelley Catlin. If you are thinking about suicide, there is help. If You Have Suicidal Thoughts...
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September 27, 2018 “He Said, She Said” and so much more. Women are talking and reaching out today. Dr. Christine Blasey Ford’s courage and public testimony has emboldened women to speak out about their hidden sexual abuse. They are telling...
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