Magnolia Family Counseling

04/07/2026

As teens struggle thru the tough transition of childhood into young adulthood, it can be difficult to decipher a teen’s behavior. Are their out-of-control emotions & conduct a result of the natural process of adolescence, or is it something more serious?

6 Signs Your Teen May Be Depressed by Priscilla Hurd | Oct 28, 2018 | Child/Teen, Depression As teens struggle through the tough transition period of childhood into young adulthood, it can be difficult to decipher a teen’s behavior. Are their out-of-control emotions and conduct a result of the nat...

04/07/2026

"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act but a habit."
- Will Durant

04/06/2026

No breakup is ever easy, but some breakups can make you feel like you’ve been sucker punched. And during those times, it can become sincerely difficult to see a way forward.

7 Tips for Getting Through a Breakup by Priscilla Hurd | Jan 8, 2019 | Couples/Marriage No breakup is ever easy, but some breakups can make you feel like you’ve been sucker punched. And during those times, it can become sincerely difficult to see a way forward. Maybe your friends and family don’...

04/06/2026

"To become a master at any skill, it takes the total effort of your heart, mind, and soul working together in tandem."
- Maurice Young

04/05/2026

“Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great”
– John D. Rockefeller

04/04/2026

PTSD can have devastating effects on every aspect of a person’s life, from their marriage and family, to their friendships and career. If you’re concerned that a loved one may be suffering from PTSD, here are some signs to look out for.

When to Worry: Recognizing Signs of Trauma in Your Loved Ones by Priscilla Hurd | Mar 24, 2019 | Trauma Over the past several years, there have been numerous traumatic events all across the country. From incidents of mass violence to devastating natural disasters, hundreds of thousands of Americans....

04/04/2026

"Happiness does not consist in pastimes and amusements but in virtuous activities."
- Aristotle

04/03/2026

According to the International OCD Foundation, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is “a mental health disorder that affects people of all ages and walks of life, and occurs when a person gets caught in a cycle of obsessions and compulsions. Obsessions are unwanted, intrusive thoughts, images or urges that trigger intensely distressing feelings.”

While the definition seems straightforward, a surprising number of people have misconceptions about the disorder. Here are 3 of the most common things people get wrong about OCD:

3 Things People get Wrong About OCD by Priscilla Hurd | Dec 18, 2018 | Anxiety According to the International OCD Foundation, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is “a mental health disorder that affects people of all ages and walks of life, and occurs when a person gets caught in a cycle of obses...

04/03/2026

"We do not remember days, we remember moments."
- Cesare Pavese

04/02/2026

Going through a divorce can be a tumultuous time for any adult, & for kids it can feel like their world is falling apart. But there are ways to bring positivity & excitement to this change, while reducing your child’s stress significantly.

How to Help Your Child Transition into a 2-Home Scenario After Divorce by Priscilla Hurd | Feb 10, 2019 | Child/Teen, Couples/Marriage, Family Therapy, Parenting Going through a divorce can be a tumultuous time for any adult, and for children it can feel like their world is falling apart. It can be....

04/02/2026

"People with many interests live, not only longest, but happiest."
- George Matthew Allen

04/01/2026

Be honest, did you make New year’s resolutions this year that you have yet to stick to? If so, you’re not alone.
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Advice on Staying True to New Year’s Resolutions by Priscilla Hurd | Jan 13, 2019 | Counseling Be honest, did you make New year’s resolutions this year that you have yet to stick to? If so, you’re not alone. Researchers have found that typically 77% of people are only able to keep their resolu...