3 Ways Social Media Use Can Negatively Affect Your Mental Wellness
Social media usage has surged since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Thankfully, popular platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter have been a saving grace for connection in these isolating times. And, as you can tell, we use these platforms to connect with our community. But for some people, social media usage can trigger mental […]
How To Stay Positive During Uncertain Times
When will the coronavirus threat pass? How will the economy turnaround? When can I safely make plans with my friends again? At this point, it seems like we have more questions than answers. There are so many unknowns as we continue to move through these challenging times. But even during these uncertain times, there are […]
How to Survive ‘Togetherness’ During COVID-19
Your plans for Spring 2020 have likely been turned upside down at this point. Everywhere you turn, it seems like conversations focus on discussing thedangers and risks of COVID-19. Fortunately, we have been more isolated here in Billings and our state comparatively. Yet, we continue to see headline after headline about ways to fight loneliness […]
Who Is a Candidate for Psychotherapy?
Once upon a time, the practice of psychotherapy was met by the general public with great stigma. People who voluntarily or involuntarily sought help from a mental health practitioner were viewed as unstable or insane. People were much more inclined to keep their history of receiving such treatment a secret to avoid harsh criticism by […]