By The Center for Creativity and Healing Staff As we begin a new year, many of us are holding a mix of hope, uncertainty, and fatigue. The world can feel loud, unpredictable, and overwhelming, and it’s natural to search for ways to stay grounded when so much feels out of our control. At the Center for Creativity and Healing, we believe peace isn’t about ignoring what’s happening around us, but about finding steady ways to care for ourselves within it. This January, our entire

Written by Ridgely Chapman, LCMHCA The holiday season, whether it be celebrating Hanukkah, Christmas , or Kwanza, often paints a picture of togetherness, joy, and tradition. Yet, for many of us, the lights of celebration can cast long shadows, especially when navigating the grief and loss associated with the death of a loved one, divorce, separation, illness, job loss, or a significant adjustment to family dynamics or living environment. The changing of routines, an empty ch

Written by Kelsey Cahill, LCMHCA Divorce is a major life transition that affects everyone in the family — but for children, the changes can feel especially confusing and overwhelming. Whether the separation is amicable or filled with tension, kids often struggle to understand what’s happening, what it means for their family, and how their world will look moving forward. How Divorce Can Affect Children Children’s reactions to divorce can vary depending on their age, temperamen

From Sunshine to Shadows: How Seasonal Shifts Affect All of Us Differently By Joey Barnes, Counseling Intern   As October arrives, the changing season brings more than just cooler weather and falling leaves. It brings shorter days, darker evenings, and changes in our daily routines. These shifts can affect our mental health in subtle but powerful ways. What may seem like “just the seasons changing” can actually lead to real challenges with mood, energy, and overall well-being

by Darabeth Freiberg As a psychology graduate and certified tutor (in addition to my role as the Office and Programs Administrator at...

By Ridgely Chapman & Darabeth Freiberg In today’s world, women juggle multiple roles, including being a professional, parent, partner,...

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by Kelsey Cahill, M.Ed., LCMHC-A As we approach the new year, many of us are reflecting on 2024 and thinking about what we would like to...

Written by: Darabeth Freiberg As the days grow shorter, the weather colder, and the holidays around the corner, grief can be...

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, providing support, and taking action to prevent...

Many people have hidden disabilities and might not know about the accommodations they are entitled to at work or school. You are not...

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TCFCH March 2024 Blog Written by Anaya Davis, Counseling Intern Happy International Women’s Day! Today is dedicated to celebrating the...

Random Acts of Kindness Day was February 17th, and it is a beautiful reminder of the power we hold to make the world a brighter, more...

As we enter a new year, many of us are feeling the pressure to change or improve something about ourselves. We are creating new goals,...