Mental health stories are a critical ingredient to reducing stigma and getting needed resources into the hands of teens and families everywhere. One individual we’re super excited about who is doing great work in this space is Marie @ Mxiety.com! Join us for this exclusive AiT interview! AiT: Tell us a little bit about your personal journey with mental health? It’s … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2018
You Are Strong Enough For Therapy
At a young age, I experienced basic anxiety symptoms, specifically time anxiety and coping with other friends with severe mental illness which began my involvement in psychotherapy. Later, I developed a plane phobia and went to hypnotherapy to alleviate intense symptoms while flying. I resumed psychotherapy after my abusive relationship and through my struggle with … [Read more...]
Soiling The Nest – What a Parent Can Expect When Your Teen Goes Off to College
Look Out – Bumpy Road Ahead Congrats to your high school grad! He/she might be ready to head off for college – immediately – even though it’s only June. The feelings begin before graduation, of course. Not only will your teen be ready to go, but you may also be really ready for him/her to leave. It’s commonly referred to as “soiling the nest” and – yes – it's a real … [Read more...]
7 Things I Know Now That I Wish I Knew Then About Therapy
On the fence about therapy? Anxious about what to expect? Our expert panel of young adults have wisdom and inspiration to ease your nerves and help you take the plunge sooner: You Are In Control If you don’t want to talk about something, you can just say, “I don’t want to talk about that right now.” If you don’t think something is working, you can say, “Let’s try … [Read more...]
Why You Need to Help Yourself By Going to Therapy
The topic of therapy can often times be a tricky one. Many feel like it is the “last straw” or the route that you take when your situation becomes uncontrollable. But when it comes to dealing with symptoms of mental illness, often therapy can be one of your best friends and the start to your road to recovery. This negative view is one that I believe is dominating our society … [Read more...]