Pregnancy should be one of the happiest times in a woman's life. Sadly, many women experience some form of mental illness during pregnancy, including depression and anxiety. Mental illness is particularly prevalent in pregnant mothers who must stop taking certain medications to maintain the pregnancy. The following is some information about mental health during pregnancy and what you can do about it: Does Your Mental Health Impact Your Baby? When you consider mental health and pregnancy, you may first only think about the post-partum period. [Read More]

There are many people that will find themselves facing potentially significant mental or emotional health problems. Overcoming these challenges can be a major priority, but individuals will often be uninformed about the wide range of treatment options that they may be able to use. In particular, individuals often underestimate the benefits of outpatient therapy programs. Outpatient Therapy Programs Can Provide Intensive or Enhanced Treatment For those that are suffering from more severe mental or emotional health problems, traditional therapy programs may not provide them with the level of support or care that they are needing. [Read More]

Therapy is a valuable resource for anyone experiencing emotional or social problems. Therapy can even help people recover from mental illness. There are different types of therapy available to suit various needs. For example, members of the LGBTQ community may find particular value in therapy geared toward helping people with their experiences. Here are four reasons to participate in LGBTQ support therapy: 1. Learn how to deal with unsupportive family members [Read More]

People seek professional counseling services for various reasons. This counseling is not only for persons experiencing mental health concerns but also for everyone dealing with various situations that affect their emotional and physical well-being. A counselor can help if you continuously feel anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed by life. When Should You See a Counselor? A professional counselor can help you identify goals and solutions to some of the problems you are facing. [Read More]