I’ve been hearing from a lot of people, even those who are typically really social, how exhausting it has been to keep up with Zoom meetings for work, FaceTiming with family, and playing games online with friends. Keep in mind that you can still choose (outside of work!) how much online “stuff” you participate in,…
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Adjusting to Telehealth Counseling
First, the REALLY good news- the insurance plans we accept (Highmark, BCBS, Independence Blue Cross, and Magellan) are willing to pay for Telehealth sessions. (As always, if you are unsure, you can call your insurance company.) Other good news: if you live in Pennsylvania, we can schedule with you. You don’t need to be near…
Social Media: Bad For Your Mental Health
I talk with my clients about this regularly. Social media creates anxiety. A few years back when I worked full-time at a university, I would often eat lunch in the dining hall. I couldn’t believe how many students sat together but had their heads down, eyes glued to their phones. This article says it well:…
Heal Chat Podcast: “It’s a Balancing Act”
Hey ladies, looking for a good podcast? HealChat is a podcast produced by two female therapists…and one of the best parts? Each episode is short but packed full of good info! Listen to this one, “It’s a Balancing Act,” which gives strategies to coping with society’s expectations of women operating at 100%, 100% of the…