Are you a self-proclaimed “perfectionist”? Or do others often put you on a high pedestal to achieve and always be on top of things? Perfectionism, while not a diagnosable mental illness, can wreak havoc on those who wrestle with the nagging thought of “Am I good enough?” What is Perfectionism? Merriam Webster defines perfectionism as […]
News headlines. Death tolls. Toilet paper shortages. Financial insecurity. Conspiracy theories. Masks and gloves. Empty shelves. These are the images and experiences we are encountering daily during the current pandemic. It’s tough to fathom not feeling anxious at this point. And honestly, the anxiety that you are feeling is understandable given so many uncertainties and […]
Brave Minds proud to offer online therapy services in New Jersey! It goes by various names- telehealth, teletherapy, telepsychology, telemedicine, etc. While therapists have been providing remote therapy via phone calls for quite some time, it is now the norm to have video sessions where you and your therapist can see and hear one another […]
Being a mom is enough of a daily juggling act. You wake up and it’s off to the races! Between meals, school, sports, social events, homework, and taking care of your kids the last thing on your to-do list is making time for yourself. Now, let’s add a part-time or full time job to the […]
Julie Sisselman Marshall, LCSW teaches a chair grounding exercise to reduce stress and anxiety. Learn more about our Anxiety Therapy Services Contact us for a free phone consultation. (908) 242-3634 or Connect Now Julie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about helping her clients overcome depression, anxiety, and stress. Julie […]
Are you feeling overwhelmed lately – as if you are thinking about everything and anything all at once? Maybe you are feeling more exhausted than usual (we’ve all been there). Perhaps your back or neck is full of tension, you’re having trouble sleeping, or you’re simply more careless. For most adults, days are filled with […]
The transition period between middle school to high school can be an exciting yet overwhelming time for teens. They are going through puberty, trying to ‘fit in’, and have hundreds of questions. High school comes with new routines, new environments, new social scenes, and new expectations. Below are 3 common high school fears and how […]
The decision to continue education past high school is a careful choice for teens and parents. So they should be thrilled with their choice, right? Not always. While some teens are hardly able to contain their excitement, others are clenching their jaws at the mention of the upcoming endeavor. Questions like “Can I make it […]
Does your child/teen suffer from less-than-optimal shut eye? Is he or she glued to the late night glow of their tablet? Have you seen bags under their eyes? Sleep is crucial for teens Most tweens and teens do not get enough sleep. According to the National Sleep Foundation, it is recommended teenagers get […]