Grounded: Exercises in trauma therapy.
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Grounded: Exercises in trauma therapy.

ByGreenwood Counseling Center

Seeking therapy for a traumatic experience can be scary and intimidating for some, and for others it is the hope for immediate, long awaited relief. For the therapist, part of the job is determining when it is most appropriate to begin to deeply address the trauma in counseling and implementing the right techniques to allow…

Trauma Recovery: Weathering the Storm
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Trauma Recovery: Weathering the Storm

ByGreenwood Counseling Center

Life comes with hardships and traumas, both large and small, that ebb and flow, some more challenging than others. Some individuals are remarkable in their ability to manage these hardships and ultimately use the challenges as catalysts for thriving. These people are examples from which we all can learn and here are just a few…

Peaceful tip for regulating stress
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Peaceful tip for regulating stress

ByGreenwood Counseling Center

  How I love to think about the beach.  Whether it is in the middle of a Colorado winter, or the middle of the summer, I find great peace thinking of the rolling waves, gentle breezes, salty aroma, and warm sand of a beach.  Many therapists refer to this as a safe place, but  I…

Managing Grief During the Holidays
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Managing Grief During the Holidays

ByGreenwood Counseling Center

The holiday season can be a particularly challenging time for people who are coping with the loss of a loved one. Trying to find ways to endure the sadness often creates feelings of depression, lack of motivation, and disinterest in being around others. However, there are ways to allow your love for that special person…

Anxiety Trap
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Anxiety Trap

ByGreenwood Counseling Center

  Anxiety is an issue that plagues many individuals, impacting every aspect of their lives.  If you are one of those individuals, you are not alone.  Feelings of being frozen with fear of any multitude of things, unable to enjoy time with friends or family, or continually stressed by the need to leave the comfort…