Our Hope & Healing Blog
Tips on Coping with a Depression Diagnosis
A depression diagnosis can be a difficult thing to deal with. It can be hard to accept that you have a mental illness and need help. But getting treatment for depression is important. It can help you feel better and function better in your day-to-day life. Whenever...
How Therapy Benefits Those with Depression
Everyone experiences some level of sadness or grief at different points in their lives. But when these feelings last for an extended period of time, it could be a sign of depression. Depression is a serious mental illness that can negatively impact every aspect of...
How Therapy Can Help You Manage Your Anxiety
If you're struggling with anxiety, you're not alone. Many people deal with anxiety on a daily basis. And while it can be tough to manage, there are a number of things you can do to help ease your anxiety. One of those things is working with a therapist who can help...
How to Start the Eating Disorder Healing Process
So, you’ve finally come to terms with the fact that you need help. You’ve recognized your behavior is self-destructive. You’ve realized you do not want to spend the rest of your life with an eating disorder. Be proud of yourself for getting to the point that you want...
What is Body Dysmorphic Disorder and How Can Symptoms be Managed?
Most of us have something that we don’t like about our appearance. Maybe we believe our nose is too big, or our hair is too frizzy. For most people, these imperfections are easy to ignore. They’re what make us us. And, in a way, there is perfection in the...
Imposter Syndrome and its Effects on Mental Health
Do you ever feel like you're just faking it? That you're not really good enough and that sooner or later everyone will figure it out? If so, you might be suffering from imposter syndrome. Imposter syndrome is a real phenomenon that can impact our mental health. It's...
Pregnancy and Postpartum Depression
Having a baby is one of the most joyful experiences a woman can have. But for some new mothers, the days and weeks after childbirth can be anything but happy. They may feel sad, anxious, or even panicked. This is called postpartum depression, and it’s a real and...
Some Great Mental Health Resources
While I hope this blog gives you a lot of great information on mental health and various topics surrounding mental illness, there are plenty of other great resources out there that I believe could be great to look into! When it comes to our social and emotional...
Tips for Improving Mental Health When It’s at an All-time Low
Mental health can be like a rollercoaster of ups and downs, and it is almost never predictable. When you’re feeling fine, it is like a weight has been lifted off of your chest. On the flipside, when you are in a low point it can feel like the entire world is resting...
Will your anxiety get worse over time?
Just like with any other type of illness, anxiety and other mental health issues are likely to get worse over time if left untreated and if unhealthy coping mechanisms are adopted. In fact, many people with anxiety disorders find that their symptoms worsen over time....