Do you have trouble sleeping? Unfortunately, a lot of us do. In fact, according to this study from NCOA (National Council on Aging), published this January: 13.5% of American adults (over 18 years of age) reported feeling tired most days. More than a third of Americans report getting less than seven hours of sleep in […]
Author Archive | Asma Rehman, LPC
Understanding Different Attachment Styles: A Guide to Better Relationships
Do you know your attachment style? The role of attachment in adult relationships is a hot topic in mental health spaces, especially if you’re on social media. There’s a lot of information out there about attachment styles, but it can be hard to tell what’s true or not, and it can be confusing to understand […]
Beating the January Blues: A Therapist’s Perspective
January can be a hard month Many people suffer from the “January Blues,” or a sense of low mood, low energy, low motivation, and overall sadness during the first month of the year. While these symptoms are also often signs of depression, some people simply experience a lower mood during the wintertime, but not to […]
Loneliness During the Holidays: Coping Strategies for Connection
Do you struggle with loneliness during the holidays? The holiday season is a fun time of year for lots of people, but it can also be a time of loneliness. Seeing everyone celebrating with their loved ones can be hard to deal with when you’re feeling lonely. Many people struggle with loneliness during the holiday […]
12 Blog Posts to Help You Navigate Winter Highs & Lows
Are you ready for winter? Now that we’ve gotten Thanksgiving under our belts, it seems as though the winter holiday season has truly begun. And Parts of that are wonderful! It’s great to make time for gathering with loved ones and to reflect on the past year and start to look toward the year ahead. […]
What to Do When the Honeymoon Phase Wears Off
What is the relationship “honeymoon phase?” When you’re in the honeymoon phase, everything is exciting. You’re always feeling that spark with your new partner. You’re always wanting to be around your new partner, always thinking about them. When you’re together, you’re always touching, always flirting. You’re probably having frequent and exciting sex, and maybe even […]
5 Tips For Managing Postpartum Depression When Your Baby Comes Home
Pregnancy and the postpartum period are times of major change. After the birth of a baby, new parents have to learn how to adjust to the routines of a new baby on top of the regular demands of life. Many new parents expect to deal with these changes, but other changes can be more surprising, […]
Managing Mental Health Needs While in a Relationship
Managing mental health needs in a relationship takes different skills than managing mental health needs as an individual. It can be overwhelming to be constantly carrying someone’s inner world alongside your own, and when you’re in a significant, intimate relationship, it’s common for that vulnerability to bring up opportunities for old wounds or triggers to […]
Grieving Small Losses
When we think about grief, we tend to associate the emotion with the death of a loved one or the end of a serious relationship. Overwhelming feelings of grief are often brought on by significant losses, but they can be triggered by small losses as well, like moving away from home or losing a connection […]
5 Common Myths About Suicide That You Should Know
There’s a lot of misinformation out in the world about suicide. One thing we’ve come to learn at Grief Recovery Center is suicide is something that many people don’t like to think or talk about, but avoiding the topic can actually lead to harm. Suicide is incredibly stigmatized, even as our cultural understanding of mental […]