Kelsey Cannamela, M.A. The lasting impact of COVID-19 means many of us are still working from home, which creates ever-changing challenges along the way. Some may be finding benefits from this new reality– such as reduced cost on transportation and more control over their time throughout the week–but maintaining productivity

Amalia Hubal, M.A. When some people hear the term “mindfulness,” they immediately think of yoga, meditation, “ohmmmmm,” and many other structured practices. Some people discuss struggling to quiet their minds, or being unable to sit still, or not having the time during their day to sit down and “do nothing”

Rachel Canella COVID-19 has posed many unique challenges for the treatment of mental health concerns. Specifically, treatment for OCD has been significantly impacted by the new telemedicine guidelines. Information about OCD: Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is commonly diagnosed when a person experiences obsessions and/or compulsions that are time consume or

Elizabeth Dlugi, M.P.S. Feeling overwhelmed trying to homeschool your child while also trying to balance other responsibilities? You are not alone. Adjusting to remote learning can be challenging for both caregivers and children. Here are some tips to help both you and your child get through the school day: Start

Maddy Kaplan, M.A. As we have continued to socially distance and quarantine during the COVID-19 pandemic, it is likely that we have all felt lonely or isolated at some point. Although many restrictions are being lifted and we are able to interact with our friends and loved ones virtually, it

Nicole Gulkis, MS, LPC, CAADC National Recovery Month has been recognized and celebrated each September over the past 30 years. It is a national health observance designed to promote awareness and educate individuals across the United States on the benefits of participating in treatment services for substance use and mental

Sally Sanchez, M.A. Are your children experiencing anxiety related to returning to school this year? For many children, returning to school this year will look and feel a lot different than it has in the past. School aged children may experience mixed feelings related to returning to school during a

Meaghan Ukers Kleine, M.S. As the pandemic continues, many individuals have been staying at home with their family, friends, or roommates. Under normal conditions, living situations can be tense. It could be a grouchy roommate, a disagreement with parents, rambunctious siblings, or a significant other who isn’t completing their chores.

Patrick Mullen, M.S. COVID-19, undoubtedly the greatest public health crisis of our time, has been accompanied by an insurmountable psychosocial impact. Perhaps, none greater than the effects on individuals who live with substance use disorder (SUD). Not only are individuals who are actively using substances at a higher risk of

Aleta Cohn, M.A. In the past several months, you may have noticed significant changes in your daily life as a result of COVID-19. One of the greatest changes has been for parents, many of whom previously signed their children up to attend daycare centers, preschools, summer camps, and other care