Cornerstone Counseling
Teen Mental Health: What Many Teens Wish Adults Understood Being a teenager today is hard. And not just “high school is stressful” hard. Many teens are carrying pressure, anxiety, loneliness, self-doubt, social comparison, family stress, academic expectations, and emotional overwhelm while trying to figure out who they are at the same time. From the outside, […]
Men’s Mental Health Matters: There’s a message many men grow up hearing, whether directly or indirectly: “Be strong.” “Handle it yourself.” “Don’t cry.” “Push through it.” “Man up.” For many men, emotions become something to hide rather than something to understand. Over time; stress, anxiety, grief, anger, pressure, trauma, exhaustion, can all build up beneath […]
When people hear the word “telehealth therapy” one of the first questions they ask is: How do you create engagement through a screen? This is a valid question, and honestly, it’s something I’ve spent years learning how to do well. Working with children, teens, and adults through telehealth for over six years, I can confidently […]
Emotional dysregulation involves difficulty managing emotional responses. It may present as heightened emotional reactivity, rapid mood shifts, difficulty calming down, impulsive reactions, or emotional shutdown/avoidance. It can look like: Overreacting to small triggers Crying or anger that feels “out of nowhere” Shutting down or going numb Saying or doing things you regret later Feeling overwhelmed […]
A person-centered approach places your experiences, values, and goals at the heart of therapy. You are recognized as the expert on your own life, and the work we do together is shaped around what matters most to you. This approach does not ask you to do the work alone; rather, it ensures you are supported […]
This is a question I encourage every client to ask themselves before starting telehealth therapy. Telehealth has become increasingly common and oftentime preferred; however, that does not mean it is the right fit for everyone. This post is meant to help you reflect, and choose the best option that fits your individualized needs. Telehealth Might […]
Telehealth sessions at CornerStone Counseling are designed to be welcoming and collaborative, creating a comfortable and productive therapeutic environment. I understand that starting therapy can sometimes feel overwhelming; that is why I am here to reassure you that there is no expectation or pressure for you to know exactly what to say or where to […]
Beginning Your Journey Whether this is your first time exploring therapy or you have previous experience, the process of therapy can bring up a lot of questions. This post is designed to walk you through what to expect, with the hope that the information provided, offers comfort and assurance before our first session together. My […]