Mental health is extremely personal and we understand that opening up about it can pose real challenges. That said, there can be something reassuring in learning that you’re not alone […]
Our teams at the West Valley Counseling Center and the Ventura Counseling & Wellness Center have the benefit of being led by Sharon Burnett, PhD. Dr. Burnett studied under and […]
Guest post by Melissa Howard from Stop Suicide Embarking on a personal development journey can be as exciting as it is daunting. The thrill of self-improvement often comes with the challenge […]
Traumatic experiences can have a profound impact on the human mind and contribute to shaping our perspective of the world and relationships. While you can’t always have immediate control of […]
It’s National Pet Day tomorrow! And since more than 70% of American households have a pet, it feels like an occasion well worth celebrating. Need another reason to give your […]
Guest post by Melissa Howard from Stop Suicide In the bustling rhythm of a world that often spotlights extroverted attributes, if you’re an introvert, you might find it challenging to […]
The National Institute of Mental Health estimates that one in eight kids struggles with anxiety, and between the ages of 13 and 18, roughly 25% of teens struggle with this […]
Last week, we talked about how a child’s environment and relationships affect their development. Today, we want to stay in a similar vein. Instead of sharing how a child’s external […]
The way we grow up plays a role in shaping who we become. But the promising news is that this impact is not fixed. For instance, that’s not to say […]
We experience trauma, an emotional response, after going through something distressing or frightening that we were unable to successfully cope with or control. That could be a natural disaster that […]