4 Signs You Might be Struggling with Depression It’s natural to feel down or anxious from time to time. What’s not natural, however, is prolonged feelings of hopelessness and despair. When these emotions grab hold, and won’t let go, it is likely you may have...
Why Most People Misunderstand Depression Of all the words in the English language, depression must be one of the most misunderstood. Why does this term seem to confuse so many people? Why is its real meaning so hard to grasp? It is because the term...
What I Learned About Moving Home at 23 Years Old I never thought I would end up moving home after college. While I was attending college, I lived independently and supported myself away from my family. My school was five hours away so I couldn’t...
Move over all of you "Real Housewives "... The Real Therapists of South Florida are here! We have a list of the Who's Who among the South Florida Therapy world! Amanda Patterson, LMHC, CAP Amanda Patterson, LMHC, CAP , Mental Health Counselor of the Year...
Anxiety is like fire: It can keep us safe and warm, or completely devastate our property and our lives. It’s good to be a little anxious at times. When walking down a deserted street at night, anxiety keeps us on alert and ready to fight...
Depression and low self-esteem are two sides of the same coin. While low self-esteem leaves people vulnerable to depression, depression can absolutely destroy self-esteem. But, though low self-esteem may be deeply rooted, there are things you can do to improve it, even if you are...