Working Mom Guilt
Working Mom Guilt Written by Amber Butzer, LPC and Move Forward Counseling Therapist A Major Life Transition Having a child is arguably one of the most significant life changes a woman can experience. Physical changes, hormone changes, schedule changes, and identity changes, to name a few. It is no wonder that a survey by Bright Horizons […]
Harness Your Power: Using Your Circle of Influence
Harness Your Power: Using Your Circle of Influence Written by Veronica Pilon, LCSW and MFC Therapist In a world that often feels overwhelming, getting caught up in worries, anxieties, and frustrations over things we cannot control is easy. The sheer volume of external stressors can be paralyzing, from witnessing global events to other people’s behavior. […]
A Holiday Survival Kit for Gathering with Family and Friends
You may feel like you’re switching out your “everyday anxiety” with your “holiday anxiety.” This time of the year evokes a lot of different emotions, and if you are already an anxiety-prone person, it can make things more difficult. But, no matter who you are, we can all agree that the holidays are stressful. To […]
Dialectical Thinking: The “D” in DBT
Written by Lilly Knopic, LPC (she/her), MFC Therapist What is change? When we think about the word “change,” we often think of an outward behavior or habit, such as drinking more water, reaching out to a friend, or walking more frequently. Did you know that our thoughts are considered behaviors and habits, too? One of […]
The Habit of Self-Criticism
Written by Lilly Knopic, LPC (she/her), MFC Therapist A Mental Habit You Can Practice Today Using ACT and DBT-inspired Perspectives What is change? When we think about the word “change,” we often think of an outward behavior or habit, such as drinking more water, reaching out to a friend, or walking more frequently. Did you […]
Replace Worry with “In-the-Moment” Gratitude
Written by Lilly Knopic, LPC (she/her), MFC Therapist A Mental Habit You Can Practice Today Using ACT and DBT-inspired Perspectives What is change? When we think about the word “change,” we often think of an outward behavior or habit, such as drinking more water, reaching out to a friend, or walking more frequently. Did you […]
Tiered Licensure in Pennsylvania
Tiered Licensure in Pennsylvania In a world where the need for mental health services is at an all-time high, and the supply of licensed mental health professionals is too low to meet the need, there is something that can help: Tiered Licensure in Pennsylvania. What does it take? Currently, to become a Licensed Professional Counselor […]
Emotions in Men and OCD
Emotions in Men and OCD An Editorial Article by Matthew Kornacki, LPC, NCC Throughout my time in the mental health field, I have had consumers of services describe one common goal: “I would like to control my emotions.” Most of the time, I answer them: “Sorry, you can’t.” This is especially prevalent with the men […]
Our Inside and Outside Environments Affect our Mental Health
Our Inside and Outside Environments Affect Our Mental Health How Does Environmental Wellness Relate to Mental Health? Ensuring that people experience time outside (i.e., at parks, beaches, backyards, forests, farms, waterfronts, and gardens) can low stress, improve our mood and enhance our overall well-being. Enjoy a few articles compiled by Move Forward Counseling on […]
