From birth to death we are wired for connection. It is not something that we just want, it is something that we deeply need to ensure our survival. Connections with caring and supportive others helps us develop into the people we are meant to be. These connections keep us thriving and growing as we move through life, and as we experience challenges and successes together
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Caring for others is a great way to improve your mental health
Did you know that caring for others can actually be good for your mental health? Studies have shown that people who are actively involved in their communities and who volunteer their time are less likely to experience depression and anxiety.
Therapy for Gender and Sexual Identity Issues
Although a person’s sexual or romantic orientation or gender identity may not be a source of distress, people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, asexual, experiencing gender fluidity, or any other orientation or gender identity may find that the social stigma of living as a minority is a source of stress or anxiety. Dr. Holland is LGBTQ+ affirming clinician who specializes in mental health issues associated with sexual, romantic, or gender identity. As a LGBTQ+ advocate she offers nonjudgmental therapy in a safe environment and has a great deal of experience with a wide range of LGBTQ+ issues.
How psychotherapy helps resolve job stress and burnout
Burnout happens when chronic stress and overwhelm starts to reduce your motivation, leadership abilities and confidence in your ability to be successful on the job and help others.
Professional Stress, Burnout & Exhaustion
Every job situation will come with varying degrees of stress and frustration that ebb and flow. Burnout, however, is more than that. It is an all-encompassing feeling that you are being pulled in every direction at once and that no matter what you do, you are unable to make progress or move forward.
Negative self-talk about aging takes a toll on mental health
Self-directed ageism can present as self-doubt — ‘I’m too old to learn this new technology’ or ‘I’m too old to make new friends’ — and negative perceptions of one’s own aging, such as ‘I’m so much worse at this than I used to be’. Maintaining a strong social support systems helps to keep self-talk positive.