Sequoia Counseling Center
Blog

Many teens are struggling with high levels of anxiety without anyone knowing. You might wonder how this is possible. Teens are experts in...

The Cruel Truth About Mental Health Stigma I remember the first time I encountered it. I was young, maybe 8 or 9, and it happened shortly...

We have officially entered what some might call the most dreadful time of year. Valentine’s Day, also commonly known as Single Awareness...

What does “lazy” mean to you? I had a professor challenge me on saying the word “lazy” when I talked about my form of self-care. She...

When it comes to toxic relationships, holding on instead of letting go is, more often than not, the norm. The strength that it takes to...

I totally empathize. You noticed a while ago that your kid has been really struggling with some things, so you decided to start therapy...

Human connection is an energy exchange between people who are paying attention to one another. Connecting with others is more important...

Let’s be real. How many of us actually accomplish our New Year’s Resolutions? (I typically forget what they are by April). Typically this...

Defining Burnout The simple description of burnout is when you have reached your personal limits emotionally, mentally, and physically....

Honest Communication In order for a child to understand what is happening, it’s important to be upfront and honest about their condition...

Therapy is not advice giving or telling you what to do. Your therapist is not meant to “tell you what to do” but rather serve as a guide...

It’s never too early or too late to pursue marriage counseling Yes, sometimes people are going to be in counseling for more obvious...

Take Time to Be Grateful It’s easy to take the most basic things for granted if you’ve never had to do without them. If you’ve always had...

Been there? You ever wonder why it is so hard to keep New Years’ Resolutions? Have you ever been tried to hold your breath for 2 minutes...

Have you ever found yourself saying these words (or even hearing these words) in an attempt to just have your feelings understood or...

The holidays are a time for gathering with friends and family to celebrate a special time of year. It’s a time to escape our hectic lives...

Imagine this scenario playing out with someone you care about deeply. It is the holiday season. You and your loved ones safely gather for...

Halloween is behind us, which means we are rapidly approaching the holiday season. The season comes with so much: family gatherings,...

Just Call It is important not underestimate the power of a well-meaning phone call. Sit down this season and generate a list of missed...

There are endless amounts of boundaries, and often boundaries can be specific to each relationship and situation. There are, however,...