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 […]

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 […]

Our Inside and Outside Environments Affect our Mental Health

Environmental Wellness

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 […]