by Julia Simmons | Nov 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
Nov 13 • Written By Julia Simmons Navigating Thanksgiving: A Guide to Peaceful Family Gatherings Thanksgiving, a time for gratitude, family, and delicious food, can often turn into a minefield of potential conflict. As much as we cherish these gatherings, family...
by Julia Simmons | Nov 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
Nov 1 • Written By Julia Simmons Having Healthy Conversations About the Election As we approach another election season, it’s inevitable that political discussions will become more prominent in our lives—whether at family gatherings, among friends, or on social media....
by Julia Simmons | Sep 19, 2024 | Uncategorized
Sep 19 • Written By Julia Simmons Does your family have “digital” conflict? In today’s digital age, where technology is woven into the fabric of our daily lives, the concept of digital citizenship has never been more relevant, especially for families....
by Julia Simmons | Jun 20, 2024 | Uncategorized
Jun 20 • Written By Julia Simmons Navigating Travel Anxiety Are you someone who dreads the thought of embarking on a trip, no matter how exciting the destination may be? Travel anxiety is a common issue that can cast a shadow over what should be an enjoyable...
by Julia Simmons | Jun 6, 2024 | Uncategorized
Jun 6 • Written By Julia Simmons Is “Empty Nesting” Putting a Strain on Your Relationship? The departure of children from the home is a profound shift for any parent. It’s a time filled with conflicting emotions – pride in your children’s independence, excitement for...
by Julia Simmons | May 14, 2024 | Uncategorized
May 14 • Written By Julia Simmons Disordered Eating In a world obsessed with body image and diet culture, it’s easy for our relationship with food to become skewed. “Eating healthy” involves nourishing your body with a balanced plate that provides essential nutrients...
by Julia Simmons | May 2, 2024 | Uncategorized
May 2 • Written By Julia Simmons Parenting College Students Home For Summer Break As the school year winds down, parents eagerly anticipate the return of their college or boarding school-aged children for the summer break. It’s a time for reconnecting, bonding, and...
by Julia Simmons | Apr 16, 2024 | Uncategorized
Apr 16 • Written By Julia Simmons Navigating College Rejection with Teenagers As the college application process comes to a close, the anticipation and anxiety surrounding acceptance letters can be overwhelming for both parents and students alike. While acceptance is...
by Julia Simmons | Apr 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
Apr 10 • Written By Julia Simmons Staying Motivated When the Sun is Shining As the days grow longer and the weather gets warmer, it can be challenging to stay motivated and focused at work or at school when all you want to do is be outside enjoying the sunshine. This...
by Julia Simmons | Feb 27, 2024 | Uncategorized
Feb 27 • Written By Julia Simmons Do you have Impostor Syndrome? Today, we delve into a common yet often misunderstood phenomenon that affects many individuals across various walks of life – Impostor Syndrome. In a world where self-doubt and insecurity can creep...
by Julia Simmons | Jan 30, 2024 | Uncategorized
Jan 30 • Written By Julia Simmons What is Sleep Hygiene? Adequate sleep is closely linked to emotional well-being which is our focus at Integrative Therapy & Coaching. By prioritizing sleep and ensuring sufficient rest, you can enhance your emotional resilience...
by Julia Simmons | Jan 17, 2024 | Uncategorized
Jan 17 • Written By Julia Simmons Are You a Perfectionist? Perfectionism is a mindset that revolves around the relentless pursuit of flawlessness and an unattainable standard of excellence. While striving for excellence can be positive, perfectionism takes it to an...