by beanstalk | Aug 28, 2017 | Blog, Counseling, Parenting
An increased level of anxiety when taking a test is normal in students and can sometimes even motivate students to prepare and do well on a test. However, some students experience a high level of anxiety when taking a test that can present itself in physical,...
by beanstalk | Sep 30, 2016 | Blog, Counseling, Parenting
By Glenna Weis, PhD & Peter Jaberg, PhD Childhood obesity is a national problem as illustrated by 9 million children who were overweight as of 2010. Although there are many associated physical ailments, emotional aspects are often overlooked. Further...
by beanstalk | Aug 16, 2016 | Blog, Counseling
Some worrying and anxiety is a normal part of childhood, especially as it relates to specific times in development. Perhaps your young child is afraid of the dark, spiders, or storms. These are common fears that likely do not greatly impact their everyday lives....
by beanstalk | May 27, 2016 | Blog, Counseling
What is Mindfulness and why does it matter? Why did Time Magazine do a cover story on it recently? Mindfulness is the act of paying attention to what is happening in the present moment, with a non-judgmental attitude. It is a conscious effort to be fully aware of the...
by beanstalk | May 13, 2016 | Blog, Counseling
Mental illnesses are medical conditions that can alter a person’s thinking, feeling, mood, relationships and daily functioning. Like diabetes or heart disease, mental illness is a medical condition that can result in a diminished capacity for coping with the ordinary...
