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The start of a new year invites reflection on the past year and is a time to set goals for the year ahead. Getting healt...
01/15/2025

The start of a new year invites reflection on the past year and is a time to set goals for the year ahead. Getting healthier is a common new year goal. But instead of solely focusing on physical health, we should be incorporating mental health as well.

Thriveworks therapist, Jamie Jones, LMHC, offered her insights to the Tallahassee Democrat on the connection between physical and mental well-being and ways to prioritize whole-person health in the new year.

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There is a more comprehensive way to take care of our overall well-being known as collaborative care.

Parents taking care of a child’s physical needs is important but meeting kids emotional needs is just as vital. Dr. Bran...
01/13/2025

Parents taking care of a child’s physical needs is important but meeting kids emotional needs is just as vital. Dr. Brandy Smith, a Licensed Psychologist with Thriveworks shared her expertise with PARADE Magazine on growing up emotionally neglected can have lasting impacts.

Emotionally neglected children may have trouble with emotional regulation in adulthood. "A person who experienced emotional neglect as a child may easily feel overwhelmed—although [they] may not be able to label it as that—but not know what to do," says Dr. Smith, "At these times, the person may act out in aggressive ways, including outbursts."

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Psychologists share how this experience can manifest as traits in adulthood.

Making a resolution for the new year can be easier said than done. If you make one, and only stick to it for a few weeks...
01/10/2025

Making a resolution for the new year can be easier said than done. If you make one, and only stick to it for a few weeks, it can be discouraging. Thriveworks therapist, Courtney Council, LMHC sat down with Spectrum News 1 Worcester to discuss strategies for setting and keeping goals in the new year.

Council suggests starting with finding the “why” behind your goal, then focus on something that is attainable. “Let’s say your end goal is you want to work out four times a week, but right now you don’t work out at all. To start the new year saying I’m going to work out four times a week is a great goal and something you totally want to do, but you want to give yourself space to build up to that,” she said. “So building a consistent habit of maybe once a week.”

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Whether you’re setting out to eat a healthier diet or spend less money, experts recommend starting out with a small, realistic goal.

It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, but don’t forget to slow down and focus on th...
12/24/2024

It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, but don’t forget to slow down and focus on the moments that make this time so special. Dr. Mary Covey, a Licensed Psychologist with Thriveworks recently chatted with Yahoo Life on how to make the holidays more joyful.

Dr. Covey discusses the benefits of holiday traditions, and how they don’t have to be complicated, “They can be something simple, like everyone gets holiday pajamas on Christmas Eve; or you all hop in the car, grab a hot chocolate and drive around looking at holiday displays.”

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Rather than just trying to power through, psychologists recommend these mood-boosting tips to get you through the holidays.

The term “dandelion child” has recently been gathering momentum. It is a child who is resilient and strong through most ...
12/20/2024

The term “dandelion child” has recently been gathering momentum. It is a child who is resilient and strong through most situations. Thriveworks therapist, Ashlee Martin, LPC, offered her insights to ScaryMommy on signs that you have a dandelion child and ways to help them thrive.

If you have a dandelion child, you may notice that they have high energy and maybe less sensitive. Martin says that introducing them to new settings can be a great way to nurture their curiosity and a healthy way to release some of that energy.

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You may have heard the buzzy term "orchid kids" on social media, but some parents are raising "dandelion children." Here's what that means.

There can be a lot of pressure during the holidays to find the perfect gifts. And for many, financial stress can add to ...
12/18/2024

There can be a lot of pressure during the holidays to find the perfect gifts. And for many, financial stress can add to that pressure. Thriveworks therapist Holly Humphreys, LPC, joined WDBJ7 to discuss how to cope with financial stress.

“Set a budget. Make sure you are aware of what you have to spend,” Humphreys said. She also notes that we often put these pressures on ourselves. Take a step back and reassess if you feel overwhelmed.

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58% of those surveyed reported personal finance and the rising cost of living were a source of anxiety.

Parenting is hard. Societal and internal pressure to be the best parent to your child can be overwhelming. One TikTok mo...
12/16/2024

Parenting is hard. Societal and internal pressure to be the best parent to your child can be overwhelming. One TikTok mom recently went viral with a video highlighting the importance of taking a break from the day-to-day responsibilities of parenting and taking time to connect with your children.

Discussing this idea, Jenelle Thompson-Keene, LCPC with Thriveworks told Parents that including kids in everyday tasks like running errands can help strengthen these parent/child relationships. “Let them pick the music, pick up a favorite drink or snack for the road trip, and spend some time with your child. Car conversations can be a wonderful time to catch up and check in with your kids in a more casual but meaningful way,” she said.

A mom took to TikTok to link kids' behavioral concerns to a lack of connection with parents. Experts share their tips for leaning into time with kids.

Did you know anxiety can be contagious? Jackie Bencinvenga, LMHC with Thriveworks shared her thoughts with HuffPost on h...
12/13/2024

Did you know anxiety can be contagious? Jackie Bencinvenga, LMHC with Thriveworks shared her thoughts with HuffPost on how you can “contract” anxiety and ways to cope.

Contagious anxiety may come on during difficult conversations. Bencinvenga says, “Don’t be afraid to just say: This is making me feel a little uncomfortable right now. How are you feeling about it? Should we talk about something else?”

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Experts reveal the red flags to look for and how you can manage it so you're not stressed 24/7.

Feeling valued at work is important but can be more difficult to achieve in remote or hybrid work environments with mini...
12/10/2024

Feeling valued at work is important but can be more difficult to achieve in remote or hybrid work environments with minimal in-person connection. This sense of feeling “seen” and appreciated by others at work is known as emotional proximity. When we have emotional proximity, we feel like our role and contributions matter.

Traditionally, coworker connections are built by sharing physical space. So how do we foster these connections in the age of remote work? Ryan Culkin, Chief Counseling Officer with Thriveworks spoke with WorkLife and shared that one way to foster emotional proximity is through Employee Resource Groups or ERGs. These groups help coworkers of similar interests meet and get to know each other.

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The return to offices is proving that mere physical proximity isn’t enough to make people really feel connected at work.

Being excluded as a child can be a painful experience with impacts that last into adulthood. Dr. Brandy Smith with Thriv...
12/06/2024

Being excluded as a child can be a painful experience with impacts that last into adulthood. Dr. Brandy Smith with Thriveworks offered her insights to PARADE Magazine on the traits that kids who were often excluded carry with them as a result.

Dr. Smith shared that these adults have a tendency to isolate. “Sometimes, when a person is often excluded, they will focus on self and create their own world, whether that be an imaginative world they connect with or becoming overly independent and not wanting much, if anything, to do with others.”

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Plus, psychologists discuss ways to heal.

With Thanksgiving behind us and Christmas just around the corner, many may be feeling the pressure as their to-do lists ...
12/04/2024

With Thanksgiving behind us and Christmas just around the corner, many may be feeling the pressure as their to-do lists get longer. Thriveworks therapist Blaine Stephens, LPC, joined WFAA Daybreak to discuss the mental load and emotional labor many take on over the holiday and strategies to share the responsibilities.

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The winter holidays can bring more stress this season.

Finding and maintaining a healthy relationship can be challenging, especially if you’re unsure of what qualities to look...
11/22/2024

Finding and maintaining a healthy relationship can be challenging, especially if you’re unsure of what qualities to look for. Sharing her perspective with PARADE Magazine, Dr. Lynn Chosiad, a Licensed Psychologist with Thriveworks, discusses what a healthy relationship looks like and signs to look out for that yours might not be as healthy as you think.

According to Dr. Chosiad, one sign that you have a healthy relationship is that your partner makes you feel like your best self. “They will celebrate your best qualities and also enjoy your funny quirks,” she says. “They will understand what makes you awesome and be happy to be with such an awesome person.”

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Plus, some unexpected signs that point to an unhealthy dynamic.

Remember when you were a kid performing at a school play, choir concert or another event? Do you recall looking out into...
11/20/2024

Remember when you were a kid performing at a school play, choir concert or another event? Do you recall looking out into the crowd, searching for a familiar face? Spotting your parents or loved ones in the audience brought a spark of happiness and bolstered your confidence in your performance.

Parents do their best to attend the events they can, but sometimes, life gets in the way. Alejandra Galindo, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with Thriveworks, shared her thoughts with Parents on the importance of showing up for our kids and ways to handle the times you can’t.

“It’s important to give ourselves grace as parents for so many reasons,” Galindo says. “Parents often try their best to do what they can and give their kids the things they didn’t have growing up. While this is a noble cause, our kids may not have the same worries we did as children.”

Being there for your child during events like school concerts, games, and recitals matters big time. But what if you can't make everything?

The aim of vacations is to get away, reset, and rest. But sometimes, traveling can present road bumps. Monica Cwynar, a ...
11/18/2024

The aim of vacations is to get away, reset, and rest. But sometimes, traveling can present road bumps. Monica Cwynar, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Thriveworks, collaborated with HuffPost to share tips on navigating stressful travel situations.

For Monica, utilizing mindfulness is a big help. “As a therapist, one of the most effective ways I personally deal with travel stressors is by practicing mindfulness and grounding techniques. This shift in focus can help create a sense of calm and control,” she explained.

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This therapist-backed advice can help ensure you'll have the trip of a lifetime.

Rejection is something we don’t typically enjoy experiencing. But is there a way to desensitize ourselves to being rejec...
11/15/2024

Rejection is something we don’t typically enjoy experiencing. But is there a way to desensitize ourselves to being rejected? A recent TikTok trend known as “rejection therapy” has individuals online putting themselves into situations where they might get rejected in an effort to become more comfortable with it. Thriveworks therapist Marisha Mathis, LCSW, provided her perspective to Well+Good on how to use rejection therapy and when it might do more harm than good.

“You shouldn’t engage in rejection therapy without reflecting on the reasons for rejection and your feelings around it,” Mathis says. “Rejection therapy can become mechanical and unproductive. It could neutralize the original intent for emotional growth or self-awareness.”

Is there any merit to this TikTok trend? (Spoiler alert: not always!)

Each family's version of successful co-parenting looks different. Learning how to co-parent when one parent has ADHD can...
11/13/2024

Each family's version of successful co-parenting looks different. Learning how to co-parent when one parent has ADHD can present a new set of challenges. Monica Cwynar, LCSW with Thriveworks, expressed her thoughts on navigating co-parenting with ADHD to 21 Ninety.

“ADHD can significantly affect relationships due to the symptoms that often manifest, such as impulsivity, distractibility, emotional dysregulation, and difficulty with organization and follow-through,” Cwynar explained.

Cwynar suggests setting realistic expectations with your ADHD co-parent to help avoid frustration and potential disappointment.

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Co-parenting is hard, but when you're doing it with an ADHD partner, it can make a complicated experience exponentially harder.

According to Thriveworks’ annual research, this year, seasonal depression will peak this week. Thriveworks therapist and...
11/07/2024

According to Thriveworks’ annual research, this year, seasonal depression will peak this week. Thriveworks therapist and Regional Clinic Director Jami Dumler, spoke with Fox Carolina News on what seasonal depression looks like and how we can cope.

Dumler says that symptoms of seasonal depression could include feeling withdrawn, lonely, isolated, hopelessness, and having difficulty concentrating and sleeping.

“We all go through normal ebbs and flows of life where we might be down for a couple days or a week. But if someone is experiencing seasonal depression, they’re going to have prolonged symptoms,” Dumler explained.

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Thriveworks reports the first week of November is peak for seasonal depression

As we approach the presidential election, many Americans are feeling stressed and overwhelmed by near-constant political...
11/04/2024

As we approach the presidential election, many Americans are feeling stressed and overwhelmed by near-constant political discourses. Nikki Stark, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Thriveworks, spoke with the Austin American-Statesman on how to cope with political anxiety, particularly in the aftermath.

If you’re still having anxiety after election day, Stark suggests practicing radical acceptance. "Accept it for what it is," Stark said. "You can only deal with the cards you have been dealt. ... You can only control what you can control."

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Do you doomscroll on social media? Are you hyperfocused on politics? Is the end of the world near? Time to focus on mental health during an election.

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