As a friendly reminder, blog posts are strictly psychoeducational in nature.
They are not a substitute for or continuation of therapy.
They also do not constitute a therapeutic relationship with the author or practice.
Vacations can be exciting times, especially after the year 2020 and parts of 2021 have been. However, vacations are often a time of uncertainty and anxiety for some children. The slightest change, even positive change, and ones that children are excited about can still cause anxious thoughts to run wild in their minds.
Read MoreI had another blog post ready for this week. You will see that one soon enough. However, I felt it necessary to create another one, especially with all the changes that have been happening.
Finally! There seems to be some sense of normalcy returning. Indoor and outdoor restrictions have changed, as have mask requirements. To be clear, this isn’t a political post. This post is about the normal anxiety that might emerge as we all make our way back into society and try to get back to where we were pre-COVID-19. Please check with local and state guidelines in your area when it comes to COVID-19 protocols.
Read MoreWalk-and-talk therapy can be known by different names. Regardless of the name, this form of therapy brings the provider and the patient outside the therapy room. Walk-and-talk therapy is not a new concept and has its roots in mindfulness-based therapy, as well as body-oriented therapy. Numerous research studies show the benefits of the outdoors, as well as bringing the outdoors inside (e.g. having plants in the home). Some benefits to being outdoors include decreased anxiety, increased concentration and happiness, improved creativity, and better physical health.
Read MoreCancelation and no-show policies aren’t anything new. Many providers and places of business have put one or both of these policies in place to help their business run effectively. Although cancelation and no-show policies may be frustrating and annoying to those asked to follow them, they serve a purpose, especially in the field of psychotherapy.
Read MoreI have exciting news to share with all of you!
The new home for Vici Psychological Care, LLC (aka me) is in Allendale, NJ!
I am very excited to make this move, and I know 2020 and 2021 have been a crazy ride. The last thing I wanted was one more change. However, this location has allowed me to return to in-person sessions sooner, and I think you will all like it!
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