Last Sunday, I took a walk around my neighborhood. The air is getting warmer, but the remnants of winter appear to be prevalent. It’s the beginning of April, isn’t Spring supposed to be here? Patient, Kevin. But it feels like…
Written by: Katie Heaney Read the original article here. The other day, a friend called me on the phone to complain about another friend — a cherished hobby for us both. In 2019, or any year before it, the inciting event…
On my morning walk with our dog, I reflected on the absence of human sounds and tuned into the sounds of the birds and nature. In the Upper Midwest in March a very special thing happens, everything begins to warm…
“Most look up and admire the stars. A champion climbs a mountain and grabs one.” – Jackson Brown Jr. At the first of the year, the demands on us take more and more of our time. New Year’s resolutions and…
Written by: Jessica Gold Originally posted on Forbes.com; read the original article here. There is a clear mental health crisis and growing need for care in the United States. A recent Gallup poll showed American’s assessment of their own mental health is…
The quickly approaching holidays can remind us that time with family can be both cherished and stressful! Thanksgiving poses a unique challenge of balancing gratitude and painful triggers for those who struggle with addiction or an eating disorder. Well-intending loved ones may inadvertently bring up difficult topics or traditions…
It is an early Sunday morning in October. The air is cool but not cold. There is a slight breeze. The sky is blue and the sun is warm. As I walk the street of my neighborhood, I am awestruck…
ELM GROVE — The use of telemedicine — that is, a doctor appointment on your computer — has spiked due to COVID-19. Experts predict the outbreak will dramatically change how many people receive care, so why was one family told…
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: Red Oak Counseling recognizes both the importance of your mental health needs and the recent rise in COVID-19 cases in Wisconsin. Moving forward, all current and future appointments will be conducted over telehealth unless otherwise stated to allow…
