by Arbor | Jul 1, 2016 | Articles
Definition: Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is characterized by persistent, extensive, and unrealistic worry about everyday things. People with GAD experience exaggerated worry and tension, usually expecting the worst, even when there is no apparent reason for...
by Arbor | Jun 28, 2016 | Articles
Alone time can be delightful — an opportunity to replenish our psychological and spiritual stores, to putter and play mindlessly, to reconnect with our inner selves. But being alone is not the same experience as being isolated. Isolation is a destructive...
by Arbor | Jun 9, 2016 | Articles
Summer is a time of beginnings. Birds are re-building their nest in the maple tree out back. My son is planning activities with friends to make this the “best summer ever.” We can venture to the farmers market again each weekend in our small downtown. My...
by Arbor | Jun 2, 2016 | Articles
Journaling is a common tool used to help clients make progress in therapy. Even if the idea of writing makes you cringe with memories of ninth grade English compositions, consider how chronicling your thoughts, feelings and memories can provide you with multiple...
by Arbor | May 18, 2016 | Articles
When families encounter difficulties in communication, therapy can be helpful in providing skills and education to help members avoid further misunderstandings and negative dynamics. Sometimes, clients can benefit from learning to use “I-statements” to...
by Arbor | May 5, 2016 | Articles
We’ve all known the type: the egotistical, self-centered lout who consistently trounces over the needs of others in his drive to be noticed and applauded. The abrasive scene-stealer who truly believes she is better than her peers, regardless of their characters...
