Here is another book we recommend at Harvest—”Codependent No More", by Melody Beattie. This book explains codependency and gives useful information on what to do if you or someone you love is codependent.
“The Needs of the Heart” by Chip Dodd is another book we recommend for our counseling clients. It is perfect for those who not only want to improve the relationships in their lives, but want to thrive in their relationships.
Counselors are often asked, “are there any books that I can read to get started on my counseling journey?”. Well, this is the book to start with. “The Voice of the Heart” by Chip Dodd.
Anxiety can be stressful and scary at times. It’s important to assess your current situation when anxiety hits so it doesn’t spiral out of control and you know when to ask for help. Here are some questions to ask yourself when anxiety hits.
Being a mother, especially a new mother, can be daunting and stressful. Anxiety can creep in when you least expect it and can manifest in many different ways. It’s important to identify the ways it shows up for you so you can be equipped to manage it or find a professional that can help.
Therapy works, but it doesn’t work if the client isn’t committed to the healing journey. So it’s important that when you are ready to heal that you incorporate healthy activities and routines in each of these areas: mentally, spiritually, socially (healthy relationships) and physically.
Here are more tips for improving your marriage—living life together. Couples don’t have to live life like they are are “two ships passing in the night”.
In this video spotlight, hear from Thomas E. Brown, PhD as he unpacks ADHD. Listen to an in-depth discussion about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children—ADHD diagnosis, ADHD symptoms, available ADHD treatment options, and ADHD medication.
Burnout is a happiness, energy zapper. Sadly, a lot of people live in burnout mode most of their adult lives and don’t know how to get out of the cycle.
One of the major themes or core reasons why marriages don’t work or are rocky is because couples aren’t living life or doing life together. They are are “two ships passing in the night”.
Going to therapy doesn’t automatically mean something is wrong, it doesn’t mean a marriage is on the rocks, or a family is dysfunctional. The reality is that counseling works and most, if not all people, need counseling at some point in their lives.