During these uncertain times, it is especially important to practice introspection and utilize the resources around us. For some, this might come naturally and easy and for others the thought of a broken routine has jolted the world into chaos. Nothing makes sense, tension is up and social distancing has turned into a punishment. Usually, […]
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Benefits of Counseling
As a therapist we hear lots of different things throughout our day. We don’t always hear “the best” of things in peoples lives. One thing that has always struck me though is when people will say “I don’t want people to think I’m crazy” or “I feel so bad being in counseling.” These statements strike […]
5 Ways to Deescalate Conflict with Family at Home
Mediating with family at home can be challenging about now. Some people are mourning the loss of a loved one, a job loss, an unplanned event cancelation. Now all these individuals must interact with one another for unknown amount of time. While this may be provoking stress and anxiety, it does not have to be […]
Tomato Carrot Soup
Here is an easy and healthy organic recipe for soup in just 8 easy steps! Ingredients: · 8 cups of chopped fresh tomatoes · 2 cups of chopped organic carrots · 4 cloves of organic garlic · ½ cup of chopped fresh basil · 4 tbsp of organic olive oil · 4 cups of organic […]
Self-Help Mindfulness Resources
Written by: Alexandra Reustle, MA, Doctoral Intern Mindfulness, in its simplest form, is the art of being present in the moment. Practicing this state of mind leads to all kinds of positive benefits both physically and mentally. Having to stay in our homes has given us the great gift of time. Time to sit, […]
How Can You Be and Do During Quarantine?
Being in quarantine is tough, and this is being experienced in very different ways depending where you reside. In San Antonio, it has a more intense quarantine culture than in New Braunfels or San Marcos. But now answering the question on how to be and do during quarantine. What are the things that you have […]
Creating Calm in a Time of Chaos
Written by Jason Watson, M. Ed., LPC, NCC, CCMHC – Therapist – San Antonio location All humans crave order and calm in their lives and right now it is hard to find that space of calmness. Right now, so many things feel out of our control, but we can find areas of calmness and create […]
10 Things To Do with Your Kids During Quarantine
1. Who cleans their bedroom the fastest contest, winner gets to choose the next movie? Making mundane chores fun is a way to motivate anyone including your family. Have you ever had to do a chore or something that you did not want to do but you were able to complete it by distracting yourself […]
Community in a Time of Social Distancing
Written by: Alexandra Reustle, MA, Doctoral Intern The term social distancing in many ways does our communities a disservice. While we should be refraining from direct contact with others or having large gatherings, there are still opportunities for us to connect with one another and engage socially. Below I outline some suggestions to maintain a […]
Look For the Helpers
Daniel Tiger is a big deal in our house, especially since the quarantine. This popular children’s show is a spin-off of the popular show Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood. While I was sitting with my daughter the episode that was playing showed a big storm sweep through the neighborhood. When they emerged from their homes there was […]