Posts tagged counseling ocean county
Swimming the Highs, Surfing the Lows

One minute you’re feeling content, happy maybe even, and the next you feel this wash of sadness - and then things shift again, you can’t pinpoint why exactly, but you find yourself back in that place of contentment. And so on and back and forth and you aren’t sure if you’re losing control of yourself or you’re under the mercy of some unseen psychic forces.

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If I think the worst, I’ll be ready. Won’t I?

Now we’ve filled up this one moment when we could be peaceful, and instead, filled it up with anxiety and worry. It really doesn’t get us very far.

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When life is overwhelming, don’t let your thoughts lead you spiraling.

Mindfulness is just one technique we teach therapy clients.

And sometimes, it comes down to not looking ahead any further than your current breath.

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Should You Leave Your Relationship?

In our counseling practice, the vast majority of work we do is with individuals. Many times, people will come to see us seeking clarity on a current relationship or learn how to stop repeating patterns they've noticed in their past relationships. Frequently, clients seek assistance with whether or not to stay in a current relationship which is our focus here today. Relationships are complex, and each of these areas require their own exploration. 

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How to Balance Work and Family Life

We often explore this in therapy, the concept of finding balance. If you want to create balance in your life, it is important to know how you define success. The following list is a place to start. Cross off those that don’t seem important to you and add your own. Next, identify which of the items on your list are the most essential to your success definition and which items present the greatest challenge to you.

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