Finding Mindful Moments in Everyday Life

Written by: Beverly Sharifian, LPCC   Many of us have heard of the immense benefits of meditation. There are great strides in neuroplasticity research indicating that our brains are malleable and have the ability to restructure themselves (Kabat-Zinn, 2013; Shapiro, 2022). What we often forget is that mindfulness, which is the ability to be aware … Read more

Tips for Managing Stress and Anxiety

By Margaret Elle Wiggins, Ph.D. Stress and anxiety are common reactions to challenges that come up throughout our lives. However, when stress is experienced frequently or for extended periods of time, it can start to negatively impact our physical and mental health. Cortisol is a hormone that is released when the body experiences stress. In … Read more