by Kayla Coughlan | Jul 21, 2021 | Trauma, Trauma / PTSD, Uncategorized
No one is ever prepared for a tragedy. In fact, most of us go through our lives believing that tragedies happen to other people. When people do experience a distressing or life-threatening event, such as a car accident, natural disaster, or terrorist attack, they...
by Kayla Coughlan | Jan 5, 2021 | Therapy, Trauma, Trauma / PTSD
Anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, PTSD. If you or a loved one have ever experienced any of these mental health struggles, you’ll know how vital it is to receive the best possible help from a professional. But with a plethora of therapies and treatments...
by Kayla Coughlan | Dec 24, 2020 | Therapy, Trauma, Trauma / PTSD, Uncategorized
When you think about someone experiencing trauma, incidents such as assault or a car accident might come to mind. But there are other, subtler forms of trauma that can negatively affect our lives and hinder our relationships. Emotional trauma is often overlooked, and...
by Kayla Coughlan | Oct 23, 2020 | Anger, Anxiety, Blog, Depression, Family, General, Health, Managing Feelings, Mental Health Counselor Wilmington NC, Parenting, Relationships, Therapy, Trauma, Uncategorized
The weight of the world is enough as an adult; but as a teenager? It’s even more overwhelming. Teens are faced with pressures from all angles. To name a few, school, friendships, romance, family, jobs, drugs, and body changes are heavy on teens’ minds. On top of...
by Kayla Coughlan | Oct 8, 2020 | Anxiety, Couples/Marriage, Depression, General, Health, Managing Feelings, Mental Health Counselor Wilmington NC, Relationships, Therapy, Trauma, Trauma / PTSD, Uncategorized
Therapy is a transformative experience that requires the right personality fit between client and clinician. Beyond that, trust and rapport are what drive a successful therapeutic relationship. Notice that I didn’t say therapy was always a comfortable experience. To...
by Kayla Coughlan | Sep 7, 2020 | Addiction, Anxiety, Blog, Couples/Marriage, Family, General, Health, Managing Feelings, Mental Health Counselor Wilmington NC, Parenting, Recovery, Relationships, Therapy, Trauma, Trauma / PTSD
Let’s talk about family. Family roles may be a phrase that feels very light as it is commonly used. We’re here to talk about the negative side of family roles and the impact they can have on a family. Family roles can be a sign or symptom of a...
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