by Courtenay Monfore | May 30, 2022 | Anxiety, Relationships, Therapy
Emotional support is one of the big benefits of having relationships. When you face life challenges or stress, your loved ones can offer empathy and comfort by listening to your troubles and validating your feelings. Emotional dependence, however, passes the point of...
by Courtenay Monfore | May 23, 2022 | Anxiety, Blog, Relationships
Anxiety can be hard on relationships. But healthy communication and understanding can help avoid any issues. Here’s how to navigate it together. Relationships thrive on concessions and acclimation. On the one hand, you’re human — stubborn and proud, enjoying things a...
by Courtenay Monfore | May 16, 2022 | Anxiety, Blog, Therapy
If you live with social anxiety that impairs your day-to-day functioning, it is important to seek help from your doctor or mental health professional. Social anxiety disorder (SAD) is commonly treated with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a form of therapy that was...
by Courtenay Monfore | May 9, 2022 | Blog, Therapy
How do ADHD symptoms commonly present in women? Women with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) often live undiagnosed. This diagnosis gap happens partly because it’s a condition that was traditionally thought to affect mostly men, but also because...
by Courtenay Monfore | May 2, 2022 | Anxiety, Therapy
Being busy is often seen as a badge of honor and a marker of self-worth, with a lack of leisure time viewed as a direct indication of status. However, over-scheduling yourself can negatively affect your emotional and physical health, as well as your ability to...