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By Paige Rocker, LPC-Associate Supervised by Jennifer Buffalo, LPC-S, LMFT World Mental Health Day, celebrated every year on October 10th, presents a remarkable opportunity for individuals like you who are dedicated to their mental well-being. Whether you’re navigating the complex terrain of mental health recovery or simply seeking to maintain your emotional equilibrium, this day …

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By Jourdan Bartels, LPC-Associate Supervised by Jennifer Buffalo, LPC-S, LMFT As therapists, it can feel like we talk about self-care and needs-meeting strategies all day, every day. Because of the nature of our professional relationships with clients, we focus a lot on other people’s needs, and it often takes really intentional effort to notice and …

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By Karin Amador, LPC Associate Supervised by Jennifer Buffalo, LPC-S, LMFT “Wherever you are, be all there”-Jim Elliot You’re feeling overwhelmed with life. You’re always on the go and the days seem to blur together. When you have free time, relaxation does not come easy, and your time is taken over by scrolling or overthinking. …

Exploring Mindfulness Read More »

By Paige Rocker, LPC-Associate Supervised by Jennifer Buffalo, LPC-S, LMFT Eating disorders, encompassing conditions like anorexia, bulimia nervosa, and other sensitive variations, are intricate challenges that profoundly impact the quality of life. They transcend age, gender, race, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, and body type; they do not discriminate. Tackling these unique hurdles necessitates specialized care, …

The Complexity of Eating Disorders Read More »

By Paige Rocker, LPC-Associate Supervised by Jennifer Buffalo, LPC-S, LMFT Compassion is an inherent aspect of human nature, encompassing the profound ability to empathize with others and translate that empathy into care, concern, and acts of kindness. It transcends mere sympathy and extends into meaningful action, reflecting a genuine desire to alleviate the suffering and …

Compassion Doesn’t Mean People Get to Treat you Poorly; The Transformative Power of Compassion Read More »

By Paige Rocker, LPC-Associate Supervised by Jennifer Buffalo, LPC-S, LMFT Religion and spirituality hold significant sway in the lives of many individuals, and their profound impact on mental health should never be underestimated. While they follow different paths and practices, these two facets of human experience can seamlessly coexist, offering distinct and invaluable benefits. Religion constitutes …

Religion, Spirituality, and Mental Health…What’s The Connection? Read More »

By Paige Rocker, LPC-Associate Supervised by Jennifer Buffalo, LPC-S, LMFT The summer season is upon us, bringing with it the celebrations of summer madness! It’s the perfect time to kick back, relax, and carve out some well-deserved time for yourself. Summer offers us a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with ourselves and prioritize self-care. But first, …

Is Self Care Selfish? Read More »

By Jennifer Buffalo, LPC-S, LMFT If you’ve been exploring the world of therapy and mental health, you may have come across the acronym “EMDR” quite frequently. It stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and it’s a therapy approach that’s been making waves in the mental health community. But what exactly is EMDR therapy, and …

What is EMDR Therapy and Why Is Everyone Talking About It? Read More »

By Jourdan Bartels, LPC Associate Supervised by: Jennifer Buffalo, LPC-S, LMFT Often, when we begin to identify that we’d like to change one or more aspects of our life, whether that’s our habits, our coping mechanisms, or external circumstances, we tend to do so through a critical lens. We think of our current state as …

How To Make Changes With Self-Compassion Read More »

By: Paige Rocker, LPC-Associate (Supervised by Jennifer Buffalo, LPC-S, LMFT) The mornings come quickly for me. I lose track of time, waiting until the last minute to grind my coffee and wash my face. I find myself bumping into things in the kitchen and stressing about having it all together, but most of the time, …

What Your Therapist Wishes She Could Say To You (and make you believe) Read More »

By Jourdan Bartels, LPC Associate Supervised by: Jennifer Buffalo, LPC-S, LMFT You might have heard the term “self-compassion” from people in the mental health and wellness world – but what does it really mean, and how can you work on it? Self-compassion is what it sounds like — a practice of extending compassion toward ourselves, …

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By Paige Rocker, LPC Associate Supervised by: Jennifer Buffalo, LPC-S, LMFT Have you ever thought about what a “good therapist means to you”? In the mental health realm, as a therapist, the relationship is considered one of the most important variables influencing success in therapy. This does not mean your therapist is trying to be …

Analysis of a “Good Therapist” Read More »