By Janice Twesten, LMFT Light Therapy: -Light therapy, or phototherapy, is a widely recognized and effective treatment for seasonal depression. Exposure to bright light, mimicking natural sunlight, helps regulate the body’s internal clock and improves mood. Light therapy boxes, designed to emit a specific intensity of light, can be used at home under the guidance...Read More

By Janice Twesten, LMFT As the winter months settle in, bringing shorter days and longer nights, many individuals find themselves struggling with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), commonly known as seasonal depression. SAD affects many in the United States during the colder and darker seasons. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the prevalence of seasonal...Read More

By Morgan McGraw, LLMFT In July, my dear wife suddenly lost her dad. Allie, this is my tribute to you, the Galant Family, and to all who have lost someone they hold close. Grieving is an inevitable part of life; it’s the price we pay for the love we have for others. Yet, when we...Read More

Congratulations, you’re now officially a college student! It has been a few years since I first embarked on beginning my college experience. You will no doubt feel excited, overwhelmed, and naturally even homesick. These next few years will be a transformative journey away from home that will be thrilling and challenging. It’s normal to experience...Read More

During this time of year, radio and TV ads would have us believe we should all feel merry and bright. Sadly, that’s not always the case. According to the National Institute of Health, many people experience depression during the holiday season.Read More

While you can’t necessarily stop family drama from occurring, there are some simple and effective ways you can deal with it.Read More