Articles

Art therapy is more than making art. It uses creativity, theory, and process to support healing, insight, and emotional expression for all ages.

Reduce stress with simple self-care practices that support your body and mind—learn how to manage stress and protect your well-being year-round.

Learn what Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) really are—and why they’re more than just “bad habits.” This article explores the impact of BFRBs like nail biting, skin picking, and hair pulling, and offers compassionate guidance for those struggling, their families, and therapists.

Discover how connection—not control—is the key to helping children thrive. Learn how present, empathetic parenting fosters emotional well-being, strengthens relationships, and supports your child’s growth and potential.

When a child comes out as LGBTQ+, it can bring up a mix of emotions for parents. This article offers guidance on how to respond with empathy, foster open communication, and build a supportive environment grounded in love and understanding.

Learn what co-dependency really means, how it develops, and the traits that define it. This in-depth article from Centennial Counseling offers insight, support group resources, and guidance for those seeking to understand and break the cycle of co-dependency.

Learn what gaslighting really means, how to recognize it in relationships, and why mislabeling behaviors can cause more harm than good. Insightful guidance for navigating unhealthy dynamics.

Stress in general and financial stress in particular affects us in many ways. In mental health care we focus mainly on its physiological and psychological aspects.

Treating anxiety starts with how we perceive it. Anxiety is impossible to overcome if seen as something to avoid at all costs.

Don’t make your introverts be extroverts to fit in or excel. Name for them their strengths that the world is telling them are flaws. Tell them that you understand that the world can be tough, but someday they’re going to get to pave their own paths.

How can we train our brains to be positive? 5 exercises to empower you to be happier, more optimistic, and grateful for all that you have.

Supporting a loved one with substance use can be tough—here are ways to stay safe, set boundaries, and care for yourself while holding onto hope.