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3 RELATIONSHIP TIPS FOR BUSY COUPLES- FROM A BETHESDA COUPLES COUNSELOR
It can be pretty easy to prioritize other things over nurturing your relationship. Work, kids, your social calendar, not to mention trying to keep up with your own self-care. Simple relationship tips for busy couples can go a long way. One day, you may wake up and...
WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN STARTING THERAPY FOR THE FIRST TIME- FROM A BETHESDA THERAPIST
Starting something new can be intimidating, no matter what it is. Knowing what to expect when starting therapy can be challenging. Being in a new situation where you have to be vulnerable with a stranger can be even more so, which is one of the many reasons people...
3 WAYS MINDFULNESS HELPS COUPLES FIND PEACE-FROM A BETHESDA COUPLES COUNSELOR
As a Bethesda Couples Counselor, I know the benefit of being more mindful- mindful of our emotions, mindful of our environment, and mindful of our behavior. Having this conscious awareness can be beneficial in many areas of life, but in particular, mindfulness helps...
Deep Breathing for Anxiety – Explained by a Bethesda Anxiety Therapist
Are you familiar with Deep Breathing for Anxiety? As an Anxiety Therapist in Bethesda, I know It is completely normal to feel anxious from time to time. However, chronic anxiety or that constant worry about common situations can really interfere with everyday life....
THE WORST ADVICE GIVEN TO COUPLES- FROM A BETHESDA COUPLES COUNSELOR
We all have the tendency to talk about what's going on in our lives with our friends and family. And sometimes, that includes our relationships. As a Bethesda Couples Counselor, I have heard it all. Even the most well-meaning people in our lives can give the worst...
How Do I Get My Partner On Board for Couples Counseling? Tips From a Bethesda Couples Counselor
You feel the disconnect. You see the change. Maybe there is less affection, less communication, and less effort from both sides. It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day routine and maybe you feel like you have a roommate instead of a spouse. You have been...
How to Find Support When You Have Trauma- From a Bethesda Trauma Therapist
In response to experiencing Trauma in our life from an event or situation, many will experience traumatic stress. As a Trauma Therapist in Bethesda, I know that Trauma can be one of the most devastating psychological and physical events. Following a traumatic event,...
5 Ways to Connect with Your Partner Every Day- From a Bethesda Couples Counselor
Sometimes you feel disconnected from your partner. As a Bethesda Couples Counselor, I know this can happen in relationships. One day you realize you don’t even know what's going on in your loved ones' life. Maybe work distracts you, or you are busy caring for kids or...
TIPS TO COPE WITH SUMMERTIME DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY FROM A BETHESDA DEPRESSION THERAPIST
Are you experiencing Summertime Depression and Anxiety, and wondering why you feel this way? You may be familiar with the term “winter blues.” It describes a time of the year (the winter) when a person may feel sadder and generally more depressed than any other time...
What no one Tells You about Relationship Issues-From a Bethesda Couples Counselor
When it comes to relationship issues, it's normal to desire a quick solution to solve a problem and move on. As a Bethesda Couples Counselor, I hear from my clients that they hope to find a resolution within the first few sessions. However, there is one thing that no...
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I'm Mikela Hallmark, founder of Rise Counseling in Atlanta. We love helping people figure out what’s driving discontent, anxiety, worry and disconnectedness. It is our joy to assist clients with overcoming barriers and finding peace, joy, and genuine connection with others.