A decade ago, you would be hard-pressed to find many people who knew anything about meditation, let alone practiced it. But today, meditation has become wildly popular in the United States. Books, Youtube channels, and smartphone apps are dedicated to the study of it, and everyone from college students to senior citizens are reaping some […]
How Focusing on Your Faith Can Help with Depression & Anxiety
It has long been believed that having faith is key to getting through some of life’s greatest challenges. A spiritual practice can often give people the strength and confidence to push through obstacles and make positive changes. But can faith have a positive effect on depression and anxiety? According to new research, it can. Your […]
“Why Am I Sad After Sex?” Postcoital Dysphoria & Other Causes
It may be difficult to face or admit, but it’s a feeling many of us have experienced: sadness after sex. Even if the sex was great and satisfying, the feeling of sadness or depression after sex is more common than you might believe. According to a 2015 study done on Postcoital Dysphoria, 46% of women […]
Maternal Mental Health Week 2018
Today marks the beginning of Maternal Mental Health Awareness week! The theme for this year is “#RealMotherhood #NoShame.” As a specialist in working with new mothers suffering from postpartum anxiety and depression, I want to join those who want to raise awareness of the #1 complication of pregnancy: Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders (or PMAD’s). […]
A common question about counseling
I recently posted on CounselChat.com an answer to a common question of, “Do I have too many issues for counseling?” If you have this same question and are interested in learning more and how it applies to you or someone you know, take a minute and read the following post. Emily Freeze, MPH, MA, LMFT Specialist in […]