Counseling Corner

Personal Identity and the Importance of Respecting Pronouns

Accurately using a person’s pronouns is both a basic and critical way to show respect and support; acknowledge and validate the identity and sense of self of others; and ensure a sense of inclusion and belonging.

Celebrating LGBTGEQIAP+ Diversity – Can One Acronym Say It All?

You may be familiar with using the letters “LGBTQ” to refer to people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer. But what about LGBTGEQIAP+?

Getting Help When Grief Doesn’t End

Some people face obstacles in healing emotionally after a loss. They may become stuck in their grief, mired in feelings of fear, helplessness, sadness and even anger.

How to Work Effectively with Your Counselor

You’ve selected and scheduled an appointment with a counselor. You’re about to embark on a special relationship — one that involves honesty, trust and collaboration.

How to Find a Counselor

So you’ve decided to get professional help for a personal struggle or a relationship issue. Finding the right type of provider and service can be daunting and confusing. How do you find a counselor?

Creating Community-Based Pathways for Black Mental Health and Wellbeing

In recent years, a noticeable change was seen in how we converse about racial disparities. For many, these events brought conversations about racial inequality and systemic racism to the forefront.

How Mentoring Can Maximize the Benefits of Counseling

Having a guide while we navigate new and challenging situations can be incredibly helpful, and even the most tenacious and resilient among us need support. For many people, mentorship can be a way to build upon the strategies and skills developed in ...

Learning to Build Resilience in the Face of "Climate Anxiety"

Unprecedented winter storms with accompanying statewide power outages in Texas. Unimaginable heat waves and wildfires in the Pacific Northwest. Record-breaking snowfall in Spain. Major flooding, cyclones and hurricanes around the globe.

Talking About Social Media and Digital Literacy with Kids

The Wall Street Journal recently reported on research indicating that Instagram has been studying the effects of its app on younger users for years and the findings have been neither positive nor surprising.

It's All Connected: Emotional Wellness Relies on a Holistic Approach to Health

If there was a 'Top 10 Buzzwords of the 21st Century' list, it's likely that 'wellness' would be on it. From essential oils and inspirational memes on Instagram to nature bathing and mindfulness apps, there is no shortage of digital content and ...